Accessibility
Margaret Court Arena is committed to providing an accessible venue and event experience, and to supporting the safety and comfort of all guests.
If you or someone in your party requires assistance or has specific accessibility needs, our team is available to assist – contact us anytime.
Accessible Tickets
Melbourne Park is introducing AXS as its new Official Ticketing Partner. New accessible seating bookings can now be made through AXS.
To book, visit your event page on AXS and select Accessibility under Available Offers. If this option is not available for your event, please contact AXS on 1800 316 964, or email [email protected].
Accessible seating bookings made through Ticketek before 22 August 2026 for upcoming events remain valid.
Some events will continue to use Ticketek for accessible seating bookings, including PAW Patrol Live! and Dan Does Footy Live. To book accessible seating for these events, visit your event page and select the Accessible filter to view available seating. If accessible seating is not available online, please contact Ticketek’s Accessible Bookings Hotline on (03) 9286 1208. You can also submit an online contact request here.
Accessible Parking
New accessible parking bookings for Melbourne Park events can be made through AXS.
To book, visit your event page on AXS and select Accessible Parking under Available Offers. If this option is not available for your event, please contact AXS on 1800 316 964, or email [email protected].
Accessible parking bookings made through Ticketek prior to 22 August 2026 for upcoming events remain valid.
Some events will continue to use Ticketek for accessible parking bookings, including PAW Patrol Live! and Dan Does Footy Live. If this option is not available for your event, please contact Ticketek’s Accessible Bookings Hotline on (03) 9286 1208. You can also submit an online contact request here.
Parking on-site is limited, we recommend booking in advance.
A limited number of accessible parking bays are available in front of John Cain Arena on Olympic Boulevard.
Venue Access
Drop-Off and Pick-Up
Guests with reduced mobility attending Margaret Court Arena may be dropped off or picked up at the Northern Car Park (Entrance A, Batman Avenue).
All visitors have 20 minutes to drop off or pick up guests. Please note, exceeding this time may result in parking charges.
Guests may also be dropped off or picked up in the accessible parking bays located in front of John Cain Arena on Olympic Boulevard.
Entry
Margaret Court Arena is equipped with ramps and lifts, and accessible entry options are available at all turnstiles.
If you require assistance accessing your seat, please inform a member of our guest services team.
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Assistance Dogs
We are committed to providing an accessible and enjoyable experience for all guests. Guests with disabilities are welcome to bring assistance dogs into our venue.
For more information, click here.
Braille Buttons
All lifts have braille buttons to assist guests moving around the venue.
Changing Places
Unfortunately, Changing Places facilities are not yet available at Margaret Court Arena. If you need assistance, please inform a staff member who will arrange access to the Rod Laver Arena facilities wherever possible.
Cloaking
Cloaking is available via the Information Desk at Door 7, or Show Court 3. Any prohibited items listed in the venue Conditions of Entry will not be accepted for cloaking.
Companion Cards
Companion Cards are accepted for all events at Melbourne Park. New Companion Card bookings can be made for the accessible seating area by visiting your event page on AXS and selecting Accessibility under Available Offers. For Companion Card bookings outside of the accessible seating area, contact AXS on 1800 316 964, or email [email protected].
Companion Card bookings made through Ticketek prior to 22 August 2026 for upcoming events remain valid.
Some events will continue to use Ticketek for Companion Card bookings, including PAW Patrol Live! and Dan Does Footy Live.
For more information about Companion Cards, click here.
Gender Neutral Toilets
Gender neutral toilets provide a restroom space that is inclusive and accommodating to individuals of any gender identity or expression.
Gender neutral toilets are located near Door 11.
Hearing Assist
Hearing augmentation at Margaret Court Arena involves a transmitting and receiving system that improves audio for individuals with hearing impairments.
Guests can use individual receivers provided by the venue to enhance the auditory experience throughout the venue.
For access to hearing augmentation devices and additional information, please visit the Information Desk at Door 7.
Hidden Disabilities
Margaret Court arena is pleased to support the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program as part of our commitment to supporting staff and guests living with non-visible disabilities.
Wearing the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower allows staff and guests to voluntarily share that they have a disability or condition that may not be immediately apparent, and that they may require accessibility adjustments or assistance.
Staff or guests may choose to wear a sunflower badge, lanyard or wristband to participate.
For more information, click here.
Multi-Faith Prayer Rooms
A multi-faith prayer room provides a welcoming, inclusive space for guests of different faiths and beliefs, accommodating a variety of prayer practices in a safe and respectful environment.
A multi-faith prayer room is located near Door 10.
Parents Rooms
Parents rooms are dedicated spaces designed to cater to the specific needs of parents and caregivers with infants or young children.
Parents rooms are located near Doors 6 and 19.
Special Effects
Events may contain sequences of flashing lights, lasers, strobes, haze and pyrotechnics which may affect photosensitive guests, and those with other medical conditions.
Sensory Inclusion
Margaret Court Arena has partnered with KultureCity to improve our ability to assist and accommodate guests with sensory needs.
Margaret Court Arena is dedicated to improving our ability to assist and accommodate guests with sensory needs.
Our sensory room is located near Door 15.
Sensory bags containing special KCVIP badges, fidget tools, noise-cancelling headphones, and other resources, as well as Writable Weighted Lap Pads, are available for loan (at no cost) via our Information Desk at Door 7. You can also download the KultureCity app for further assistance with your visit to Margaret Court Arena.
If you or anyone in your group has sensory needs and requires assistance, please inform a staff member or visit the Information Desk at Door 7.
Toilets
Accessible toilets provide restroom facilities that accommodate individuals with mobility challenges or disabilities.
Accessible toilets are located near Doors 6, 9, 16 and 19.
