Sensory Room

Welcome to Optus Stadium

I am going to attend an event at Optus Stadium.

Security

Crowds

When I arrive, I might have to wait in a line or a crowd of people to get into the Stadium.

Security

Security

A security person might ask to scan me with their wand. They do this to keep everyone safe at the game.

Bag Check

Bag check

If I bring a small bag, security will need to check the contents of my bag.

Ticket Scanning

Scan your ticket

I will scan my ticket at a gate. When the light turns green I will walk through the gate.

eat and drink

Eating & drinking

I can buy food and drink at the Stadium, or we can bring something from home.

Loud noises

Loud noises

Lots of people like to attend events at Optus Stadium, so it might be busy and loud. People like to cheer, clap and yell. This means they are happy and excited.

Lights and special effects

Lights & special effects

Sometimes they have special effects at Optus Stadium, such as fireworks, flashing lights or loud music playing through speakers.

Staff

Need help?

If I need help while I am at Optus Stadium, I can ask a staff member wearing a yellow uniform.

Need a break

Need a break?

If there is too much noise or I feel overwhelmed, I can ask for a break or put on headphones. I can also visit the Sensory Room.

Sensory room

Getting to the Sensory Room

To get to the Sensory Room, I can go to Level 1 and follow the signs to Aisle 148. I might have to walk through the Stadium to get to the Sensory Room. This is ok, because it will be quiet and calm when I get there.

Sensory Room Welcome

Sensory Room welcome

A staff member will greet me at the Sensory Room entry.

Sensory Room

Sensory Room

The Sensory Room has beanbags, calming things to look at and touch, and some private spaces. In the Sensory Room I might still hear people cheering, but it is much quieter than sitting in the seats.

Enjoy your visit

Enjoy your visit

Attending events at Optus Stadium is fun! I can come back and visit again.