🏁 SATURDAY 7 MARCH - Qualifying Day 🏁

F1 on our screens all day!

F1 Practice 3 live at 12:30pm | Qualifying live at 4:00pm. Watch the drivers fight for pole position, then jump on the rigs and set your own fastest lap.

🏎️ Fortress Fast Lap (2pm - 9pm) 🏎️

Come and beat the best times from Friday and win big!
Don't want to queue? Spend $15 at the bar to receive a one-time Fast-Lane Queue Token.

🍻 Happy Hour 4-6pm 🍻

Why not book a VIP Console Booth to complete your evening

Friends having a Heroes Feast at Fortress

HOST GRASSROOTS EVENTS

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OVERVIEW

GUIDELINES

ENQUIRE NOW

FAQ

EMPOWERING AUSTRALIAN GAMING COMMUNITIES

Board games, esports, LANs, meetups, cosplay - whatever your games culture community - we want to help.

This initiative aims to support groups or organisers who build community-focused events. It is not for groups that are commercial or have major sponsorship behind them.

Are you a community of 50 or more registered members/regulars?
Are you a non profit or investing your profits back in to your community?
Are you a charity?

If your community qualifies, you might be eligible for benefits such as; reduced or waived venue hire, support from Fortress in the successful execution of your event, and a new home!

APPLY NOW

ARE YOU HERE TO PLAY OR HOST?

This page is ideal for communities looking to host their own events! If you're an individual player looking to participate in a tournament, we have plenty of options for you to compete in your favourite games.

PLAY GRASSROOTS

YOUR NEW HOME AT FORTRESS

At Fortress Melbourne and Sydney our mission is to support and collaborate with groups and organizers who are at the heart of building community-focused gaming events.

The grassroots initiative is specifically tailored for those who operate outside the commercial mainstream, away from the realm of significant sponsorships, and is designed to bolster grassroots and community events across Australia.

state-of-the-art facilities

We understand the importance of a welcoming and supportive environment for community groups. That's why we're committed to offering our state-of-the-art, purpose-built esports facilities as a new home for your communities.

At Fortress, we believe in providing a space where every member feels valued, supported, and part of a larger family of gamers and enthusiasts.

Person playing PC games in the Lan Lounge

3 people standing on a red carpet in front of a media wall at Fortress

commercial organisation

We of course welcome commercial groups too and if you are a commercial organization or have major sponsorship behind you our grassroots initiative might not be for you, however we would still love to talk to you so please instead contact us directly to organize an event.

ENQUIRE NOW

YOUR NEW HOME AT FORTRESS

At Fortress Melbourne and Sydney our mission is to support and collaborate with groups and organizers who are at the heart of building community-focused gaming events.

The grassroots initiative is specifically tailored for those who operate outside the commercial mainstream, away from the realm of significant sponsorships, and is designed to bolster grassroots and community events across Australia.

state-of-the-art facilities

We understand the importance of a welcoming and supportive environment for community groups. That's why we're committed to offering our state-of-the-art, purpose-built esports facilities as a new home for your communities.

At Fortress, we believe in providing a space where every member feels valued, supported, and part of a larger family of gamers and enthusiasts.

3 people standing on a red carpet in front of a media wall

commercial organisation

We of course welcome commercial groups too and if you are a commercial organization or have major sponsorship behind you our grassroots initiative might not be for you, however we would still love to talk to you so please instead contact us directly to organize an event.

ENQUIRE NOW

GUIDELINES

Please read through the following guidelines related to the grassroots initiative and then submit your application at the link below. We look forward to welcoming your community to Fortress - the home of games!

All events and/or series/seasons of events are on a case-by-case basis and will be judged according to the below criteria. Fortress reserves the right to deny any application to this initiative, regardless of qualification based on the below criteria. Equally though, not meeting one (or multiple) of these criteria does not necessarily mean instant denial!

1. Event or events?

2. Time of the year

3. Scheduling conflicts

4. What we do for you

5. Venue spaces and tech equipment available

6. Do you need more?

7. Entry fees, competitions, and prizes

8. Publisher/developer guidelines & rules

9. Expectations for personal conduct

10. Supported by Fortress

11. Content

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If you're not sure if you meet all of the criteria, please reach out either way. More than likely we'll be able to bring your idea to life.

FAQ

Who can apply for the grassroots initiative?

What support will Fortress offer up?

What dates can I plan my event for?

What are the venue spaces & tech equipment available to use?

We might need more complex tech equipment. What else is available?

We’ve organised a grassroots initiative event with Fortress in the past. Do we need to apply again?

There’s a particular game we’d like to play at our event. Will this be okay?

Our enquiry has been sent through! Now what do we do?

Fortress creates welcoming spaces where everyone belongs. We strive to make our venues accessible and respectful of diverse needs and identities, with zero tolerance for harassment or unsafe behaviour.

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Join the Fortress fun… sign-up for updates on our events, exclusive offers, and maybe even a rare loot drop!

Minors Policy

Terms & Conditions

CLAIM YOUR FREE GIFT

Join the Fortress fun… sign-up for updates on our events, exclusive offers, and maybe even a rare loot drop!

Minors Policy

Terms & Conditions

CLAIM YOUR FREE GIFT

Join the Fortress fun… sign-up for updates on our events, exclusive offers, and maybe even a rare loot drop!

Minors Policy

Terms & Conditions

🏁 SATURDAY 7 MARCH - Qualifying Day 🏁

HOST GRASSROOTS EVENTS

AT FORTRESS

HOST GRASSROOTS EVENTS

AT FORTRESS

EMPOWERING AUSTRALIAN GAMING COMMUNITIES

EMPOWERING AUSTRALIAN GAMING COMMUNITIES

Board games, esports, LANs, meetups, cosplay - whatever your games culture community - we want to help.

This initiative aims to support groups or organisers who build community-focused events. It is not for groups that are commercial or have major sponsorship behind them.

Board games, esports, LANs, meetups, cosplay - whatever your games culture community - we want to help.

This initiative aims to support groups or organisers who build community-focused events. It is not for groups that are commercial or have major sponsorship behind them.

If your community qualifies, you might be eligible for benefits such as; reduced or waived venue hire, support from Fortress in the successful execution of your event, and a new home!

If your community qualifies, you might be eligible for benefits such as; reduced or waived venue hire, support from Fortress in the successful execution of your event, and a new home!

ARE YOU HERE TO PLAY OR HOST?

This page is ideal for communities looking to host their own events! If you're an individual player looking to participate in a tournament, we have plenty of options for you to compete in your favourite games.

This page is ideal for communities looking to host their own events! If you're an individual player looking to participate in a tournament, we have plenty of options for you to compete in your favourite games.

YOUR NEW HOME AT FORTRESS

state-of-the-art facilities

commercial organisation

We of course welcome commercial groups too and if you are a commercial organization or have major sponsorship behind you our grassroots initiative might not be for you, however we would still love to talk to you so please instead contact us directly to organize an event.

YOUR NEW HOME AT FORTRESS

state-of-the-art facilities

commercial organisation

We of course welcome commercial groups too and if you are a commercial organization or have major sponsorship behind you our grassroots initiative might not be for you, however we would still love to talk to you so please instead contact us directly to organize an event.

GUIDELINES

GUIDELINES

Please read through the following guidelines related to the grassroots initiative and then submit your application at the link below. We look forward to welcoming your community to Fortress - the home of games!

ENQUIRE NOW

If you're not sure if you meet all of the criteria, please reach out either way. More than likely we'll be able to bring your idea to life.

Contact information

EVENT DETAILS

FAQ

FAQ

🏁 SATURDAY 7 MARCH - Qualifying Day 🏁

HOST GRASSROOTS EVENTS

AT FORTRESS

HOST GRASSROOTS EVENTS

AT FORTRESS

EMPOWERING AUSTRALIAN GAMING COMMUNITIES

EMPOWERING AUSTRALIAN GAMING COMMUNITIES

Board games, esports, LANs, meetups, cosplay - whatever your games culture community - we want to help.This initiative aims to support groups or organisers who build community-focused events. It is not for groups that are commercial or have major sponsorship behind them.

Board games, esports, LANs, meetups, cosplay - whatever your games culture community - we want to help.This initiative aims to support groups or organisers who build community-focused events. It is not for groups that are commercial or have major sponsorship behind them.

If your community qualifies, you might be eligible for benefits such as; reduced or waived venue hire, support from Fortress in the successful execution of your event, and a new home!

If your community qualifies, you might be eligible for benefits such as; reduced or waived venue hire, support from Fortress in the successful execution of your event, and a new home!

ARE YOU HERE TO PLAY OR HOST?

This page is ideal for communities looking to host their own events! If you're an individual player looking to participate in a tournament, we have plenty of options for you to compete in your favourite games.

This page is ideal for communities looking to host their own events! If you're an individual player looking to participate in a tournament, we have plenty of options for you to compete in your favourite games.

YOUR NEW HOME AT FORTRESS

state-of-the-art facilities

commercial organisation

We of course welcome commercial groups too and if you are a commercial organization or have major sponsorship behind you our grassroots initiative might not be for you, however we would still love to talk to you so please instead contact us directly to organize an event.

YOUR NEW HOME AT FORTRESS

state-of-the-art facilities

commercial organisation

We of course welcome commercial groups too and if you are a commercial organization or have major sponsorship behind you our grassroots initiative might not be for you, however we would still love to talk to you so please instead contact us directly to organize an event.

GUIDELINES

GUIDELINES

Please read through the following guidelines related to the grassroots initiative and then submit your application at the link below. We look forward to welcoming your community to Fortress - the home of games!

ENQUIRE NOW

If you're not sure if you meet all of the criteria, please reach out either way. More than likely we'll be able to bring your idea to life.

Contact information

EVENT DETAILS

FAQ

FAQ

Board games, esports, LANs, meetups, cosplay - whatever your games culture community - we want to help.

This initiative aims to support groups or organisers who build community-focused events. It is not for groups that are commercial or have major sponsorship behind them.

Board games, esports, LANs, meetups, cosplay - whatever your games culture community - we want to help.

This initiative aims to support groups or organisers who build community-focused events. It is not for groups that are commercial or have major sponsorship behind them.