School Swimming Carnivals

swimming pool

Campbelltown Active offers two leisure Centres that are available for hire for swimming carnivals.

Macquarie Fields Leisure Centre - 52 Fields Rd, Macquarie Fields

Gordon Fetterplace Aquatic Centre - The Parkway, Bradbury

Application opening dates for school carnivals


Make a booking

Facility Hire and Bookings Application


Frequently Asked Questions

How do I submit a booking request and can I book the venue over the phone?

It is a good idea to contact us to look at availability of the venue, however bookings can not be taken over the phone as an application is required. To submit a booking please complete the following steps:

  1. Complete the online Application Form (will be live and available from 1 July)
  2. Upload the relevant Public Liability Insurance. Make sure that this is submitted at the time of booking - Applications will not be accepted without it.
  3. All fees are to be paid within 14 days of confirmation of booking. If there are fewer than 14 days between the date of booking and the carnival date, then such all fees shall be paid within the next two (2) business days. Failure to pay fees in accordance with the above will lead to cancellation of the booking.

Please note that booking preference will be provided in order of time received in our inbox. All Applications are date and time stamped for fairness. Applications received after 28 July will be considered in date order of receipt for both schools within the Local Government Area and out of area schools.

How much does it cost to book a school swimming carnival?

To book a school swimming carnival fees and charges are as follows:

School Swimming Carnivals  
Carnival booking and hire fee (non refundable) - Outdoor Pool $295
Exclusive Use of outdoor pool for Carnival $350
Carnival booking and hire fee (non refundable) - Indoor Pool $370
Exclusive Use of Indoor Pool for carnival $425

Admission Fees

  • Adult spectator Entry $3.30
  • School carnival student entry - $3.70

*Teachers from booked school attending the carnival are free.

Other fees

Swim Centre facility hire (non refundable) - Major competitions State and Nationals - Price on application

  • All fees are to be paid within 14 days of confirmation of booking.
  • If there are fewer than 14 days between the date of booking and the carnival date, then such all fees shall be paid within the next two (2) business days.
  • Failure to pay fees in accordance with the above will lead to cancellation of the booking.
  • Please note booking fees will only be refunded if cancellation is advised 14 days prior to carnival date.

What equipment does the school need to provide?

All equipment is supplied and set up by a Campbelltown Active staff member. They will contact the organising school prior to the carnival day to ascertain what equipment is required.

What first aid facilities and equipment are available?

All schools are responsible for their own first aid equipment and first aid officers.

Is there a PA system or do schools need to bring their own?

There is a PA system at the venue, so there is no need to bring your own.

Does the facility have its own risk assessment for swimming carnivals that schools can use?

No, schools are required to undertake their own risk assessments for their carnival.

Can the club room be used?

For information on hiring the Club Rooms please contact:

When will applications be accepted from?

Applications will be accepted on: