Accessibility at the Melbourne Cat Lovers Festival
The Cat Lovers Festival is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all attendees of the festival.
The venue offers a range of features to ensure comfort and convenience for visitors with diverse needs.
GETTING TO & around THE FESTIVAL
The Cat Lovers Festival has worked closley with PTV and the Melbourne Showgrounds to ensure the best transport options are avaliable to attend the Festival.
A direct train service and additional trams will make your journey easy, please we have ensured barrier free pathways from the stops into the venue.
For the latest updates, visit Public Transport Victoria (PTV) and use the Journey Planner.
Accessible Parking
- Accessible Parking: Access via Gate 5
- Accessible drop off point: Drop off at Gate 1 / Showgrounds Village Shopping Centre.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
Note: Stop 33 is no longer in use. Extra trams will run during the festival—details are on the PTV website.
WHEELCHAIRs
Wheelchairs are welcome at the Festival, however please note that we do not have any available for hire or loan on site.
If you require a wheelchair, please ensure you bring your own.
Venue Accessibility
Barrier-Free Pathways
ACCESSIBLE TOILETS
Accessible toilets can be found within the Royal Block next to the main Café and at the entry of the Exhibition Building near Gate 1.
Accessible toilets located near the Pie in the Sky are only available for Changing Places keyholders. Click here for more information on Changing Places
WHEELCHAIR Access
Most areas of the venue are accessible by ramps and lifts, and wheelchair-friendly toilets are located throughout the venue.
Please note that come activations on the Main Arena will have limited accessibility.
ADDITIONAL SUPPORT
Assistance Animals
Trained Staff
Event staff are trained to assist visitors with accessibility needs. If you require any assistance during the festival, please approach our friendly team members.
FURTHER INFO
For more detailed information or specific inquiries about accessibility features, please contact the Melbourne Showgrounds directly at (03) 9281 7444 or visit their Accessibility page.