Recreation in Marrickville

Council works to provide accessible and appropriate leisure and recreational opportunities for the Marrickville community through our Community Facilities and Recreation program.

Through local leisure programs and facilities including the Debbie and Abbey Borgia Recreation Centre, local aquatic facilities and the various community halls, Council aims to encourage participation in the various recreational activities available in Marrickville.

Click on one of the following sections below for more information:

• Recreation Publications
  Links to the Active Marrickville newsletter, along with the Active in Marrickville Guides - a series of guides detailing recreational opportunities in the Marrickville area for people of all ages.
   
• Sports and Aquatic Facilities
  Details on Marrickville Council's recreational facilities - including the Debbie and Abbey Borgia Centre at Marrickville South and the Fanny Durack Aquatic Centre at Petersham.
   
• Hall, Facility and Bus Hire
  Town halls and local community facilities available for hire.
   
• Sporting Clubs (A - Z list)
  Alphabetical list of sport and recreation clubs servicing the Marrickville area.
   
• Midnight Basketball
  An exciting mixed basketball tournament open to 12-18 years olds from the local area.
   
• Recreation Events
  News on current and upcoming recreation events.
   
• School Holiday Activities and Sports Camps
  Activity and sports camps servicing the Marrickville area during school holiday periods.
   
• Activities for Seniors
  Activities catering for the varying leisure needs of seniors living in Marrickville.
   
• Sport-a-Month at Marrickville
  A partnership between Marrickville Council and NSW Sport and Recreation, offering the chance to try out a different sport each month for free without the need for equipment or obligation.