Festival of Football Set to Ignite the Gold Coast

Australia, New Zealand & Pasifika face off in two-day American Football showcase on the Gold Coast.

The Gold Coast will come alive with international American Football action this weekend as the Festival of Football lands at the NFL Academy, hosted at A.B. Paterson College in Arundel.

Proudly supported by the City of Gold Coast, this exciting event brings together elite players from Australia, New Zealand (NZAFF), along with the Pasifika All-Stars, highlighting the best of American Football across the region.

The festival kicks off on Friday 11 July with a feature match between the U16 Australia team and the Pasifika All-Stars at 1:00pm. Expect speed, strength, and flair as future stars take the field.

Then on Saturday 12 July, the stakes rise with a full day of trans-Tasman matchups:

• U18 – 9:00am – Australia v New Zealand

• Men’s Division: 1:00pm – Australia v New Zealand

Venue: NFL Academy, A.B. Paterson College - 10 A B Paterson Drive, Arundel QLD

From junior development to national pride, this festival isn’t just about football — it’s about community, culture, and creating elite pathways in one of the world’s fastest-growing sports.

American Football Australia thanks the City of Gold Coast for their ongoing support in making this event possible.