FMG Stadium Waikato |
FMG Stadium Waikato, the spiritual home of rugby in Hamilton, is an impressive 25,000-capacity international sports stadium.
Completed in 2002, FMG Stadium Waikato continues to build on the proud history of the grounds it stands on by hosting a range of top-quality sports fixtures each year - predominately rugby, along with the likes of rugby league, rugby sevens and football.
The stadium's Brian Perry Stand has five levels which are home to a range of spaces including corporate lounges, a boardroom, management offices, player changing facilities, retail concessions and media facilities.
The venue's crowd capacity consists of around 10,000 in the Brian Perry Stand, 9000 in the Wel Networks Stand, 5000 (standing) in the Greenzone and 840 at the Goal Line Terrace. The venue also has the ability to increase the capacity by a further 5000 with the addition of temporary seating on the goal line at Tristram St.
FMG Stadium Waikato's iconic lighting towers are 50m tall, with each head containing a total of 250 bulbs which pour 1500 lux onto the turf - providing a brilliantly lit stage for evening games.
Maori culture and practices play an important role at FMG Stadium Waikato. In 2003 the carved Whatanoa Gateway at the entrance to the stadium was unveiled which commemorate the ancient traditions and landmarks of the Waikato Tainui, while the carvings Nga Tapuwae Ki Te Ao Marama (Sacred Footsteps into the World of Light) are located in our players tunnel.
FMG Stadium Waikato is owned and managed by H3, a business unit within Hamilton City Council.
FMG Stadium Waikato is located on Seddon Road in the heart of Hamilton and on the western side of the Waikato River.
Public event parking options
There is limited, controlled public parking adjacent to the venue, however due to the large number of pedestrians in the area on game days we recommend avoiding all roads near the rugby ground.
Function parking
On-site parking is available for private functions, while bus parking is available adjacent to FMG Stadium Waikato on Willoughby Street.
Accessibility car parking
On event days accessibility parking spaces are available on Willoughby Street.
Transport options
FMG Stadium Waikato is an easy 15-20 minute walk from Hamilton's CBD.
Cycling to the venue is encouraged. Bicycle racks are available at the rear of the Brain Perry Stand - access can be gained on event days with a valid event ticket. Patrons must supply their own lock.
Taxi pick-ups and drop-offs are possible outside the FMG Stadium Waikato road closure area.
Event-goers can ride a free rugby shuttle bus to FMG Stadium Waikato. The free BUSIT buses leave from Hood St outside the Knox St car park approximately every 10 minutes from an hour before kick-off and travel via Victoria, Ulster and Abbotsford streets to the stadium. Passengers will be picked up at any official bus stop along the way.
Buses depart directly after the final whistle from Tristram St near the Mill St intersection. For more information on the city's bus service visit the BUSIT website.
A smokefree venue
In accordance with the Smokefree Environments Act 2003, smoking is not permitted anywhere inside FMG Stadium Waikato.
❊ Address ❊
⊜ 128 Seddon Road, Hamilton View Map
✆ Telephone: +64 7 929 3000
❊ Web Links ❊
➼ FMG Stadium Waikato
➼ www.fmgstadiumwaikato.co.nz
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