Love sports? You’ll love Canberra.

We’re the most physically active community in Australia, with 86% of Canberrans playing sport or engaging in physical activity at least once a week. Whether you’re in the grandstands cheering our elite teams and athletes, or training for your first fun run, there’s plenty here to keep you on the go as a participant and a spectator. 

Cheer for Canberra

Canberrans have a deep affection for our local teams: the Canberra Raiders (rugby league), ACT Brumbies (rugby union), UC Capitals (women’s basketball), Canberra United (soccer), Canberra Gunners (men’s basketball), CBR Brave (ice hockey), Canberra Giants (netball), Canberra Cavalry (baseball) and a whole stack more.

The GWS Giants also call Canberra home, with the heritage boutique grounds of Manuka Oval coming alive every game.

Our sporting calendar also features elite events across international cricket, AFL, rugby league and union, basketball, mountain bike racing, tennis, car racing, running festivals, adventure racing, horse racing and more.

We also have an elite contingent of athletes who call Canberra home while they train at the Australian Institute of Sport.

Get involved

The city has expansive public green spaces, ovals, parks and bike tracks to ensure residents have ample opportunities to get out and stay active.

We also have a thriving local sporting community volunteering time and expertise to generate new generations of superstars. There’s something for everyone, from the tiniest kids through to Masters-level games. Whether you’re into netball, soccer, tennis, squad swimming, triathlons, badminton, horse-riding or something else, you’ll find your team in Canberra.