Cathy Freeman Park
Last updatedCathy Freeman Park is a free public park in Sydney Olympic Park, NSW 2127, named after the gold-medal sprinter. Its standout feature is the former Sydney 2000 Olympic Cauldron, which now works as a water feature. The park also has a playground, open lawns for picnics and a public toilet, and it sits opposite Stadium Australia.
About Cathy Freeman Park
Olympic Cauldron and Medallist Plaques at Cathy Freeman Park
The Sydney 2000 Olympic Cauldron stands in Cathy Freeman Park on 24 stainless steel columns and weighs about 7 tonnes. The cauldron is reignited to mark special occasions, including future Games held elsewhere. Its base carries gold, silver and bronze nameplates that name 1,972 Olympic medallists and 2,627 Paralympic medallists, 4,599 in total. The park was formerly known as The Overflow and sits on a historic Olympic site in Sydney Olympic Park.
Open Lawns and Events at Cathy Freeman Park
Cathy Freeman Park has spacious open lawns, suitable for picnics, ball games and relaxing, and they sit across the road from Stadium Australia. The park hosts events through the year, including the Royal Easter Show and the Sydney Vegan Market, and its open ground is used for concerts and festivals. Shade is limited across the lawns, particularly in summer. The park is named after gold-medal sprinter Cathy Freeman, who won the 400 m gold at the Sydney 2000 Games.
Facilities at Cathy Freeman Park
Visitor tips for Cathy Freeman Park
- ✓Visit early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid the worst of the heat.
- ✓Bring sunscreen, a hat and water for a visit on the open lawns.
Getting to Cathy Freeman Park
Cathy Freeman Park is on Olympic Boulevard in Sydney Olympic Park NSW 2127, opposite Stadium Australia. Olympic Park station is about 300 m away, a short walk.
Near Cathy Freeman Park
- ☕Charlie’s Corner Cafe2 min walk
- ☕Gloria Jean's Homebush Novotel3 min walk
- ☕Abattoir Blues3 min walk
- 📍Uptown Charlie (cafe, about 150 m)
- 📍Gloria Jean's (cafe, about 250 m)
FAQ
Where is Cathy Freeman Park?
Cathy Freeman Park is on Olympic Boulevard in Sydney Olympic Park, opposite Stadium Australia.
Is there a playground at Cathy Freeman Park?
Yes, the park has a playground that suits children of all ages.
Is there a toilet at Cathy Freeman Park?
Yes, the park has a public toilet beside the lawns.
How close is the train station to Cathy Freeman Park?
Olympic Park station is about 300 m away, a short walk from the park.