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Opened in 2011, Forsyth Barr Stadium is the world’s first fully enclosed stadium featuring natural grass turf. Built to host the 2011 Rugby World Cup, the venue welcomed over 100,000 fans in its debut tournament and has since become one of New Zealand’s most iconic event destinations.
Located in central Dunedin, the stadium offers an unbeatable combination of atmosphere, innovation, and versatility. With a capacity of up to 38,000, Forsyth Barr Stadium regularly hosts international rugby matches, major concerts, festivals, and large-scale community events—attracting over 2.5 million patrons since opening.
Forsyth Barr Stadium has hosted some of the biggest names in entertainment, including Ed Sheeran, P!NK, Kendrick Lamar, Fleetwood Mac, and Queen. In 2018, following Ed Sheeran’s three sold-out concerts, the stadium was ranked 13th worldwide for ticket sales among outdoor stadiums and festival venues. It was also named one of the “World’s 20 Most Impressive Stadiums” by Popular Mechanics magazine in 2016.
At the heart of the venue is the natural turf pitch, which seamlessly transforms from a premium playing field to a concert-ready stage. As one of the world’s largest fully enclosed natural grass stadiums, it provides a unique setting that’s protected from the elements without sacrificing the open-air feel.
Forsyth Barr Stadium is proudly operated by Dunedin Venues Management Ltd (DVML)—the organisation also responsible for the Dunedin Centre, including the Dunedin Town Hall. DVML is Dunedin’s leading venue management company, specialising in world-class event delivery across sport, entertainment, business, and community sectors.