Australia’s Biggest Football Tournament
Tournament Schedule
See match dates, divisions, and key event times for the big weekend.
What is the Premier Invitational?
The Premier Invitational is one of the largest junior football tournaments in Australia and New Zealand, bringing together top clubs across multiple age divisions for an exciting series of matches held over several days of elite competition.
All roads lead to the Gold Coast for this incredible celebration of junior football.
The success of this festival is a credit to organisers who continue to expand the program, attracting more clubs from across Australia. Hosting the Premier Invitational highlights our city’s commitment to attracting the biggest and best sports carnivals on offer. I encourage all Gold Coasters to make a date with the Premier Invitational and cheer on the future Socceroos and Matildas.
MAYOR | TOM TATE
Events like the Premier Invitational bring people together, celebrate local culture and contribute significantly to the community’s pride and economy.
ANDREW POWELL MP | MINISTER FOR TOURISM
All roads lead to the Gold Coast for this incredible celebration of junior football.
The success of this festival is a credit to organisers who continue to expand the program, attracting more clubs from across Australia. Hosting the Premier Invitational highlights our city’s commitment to attracting the biggest and best sports carnivals on offer. I encourage all Gold Coasters to make a date with the Premier Invitational and cheer on the future Socceroos and Matildas.
MAYOR | TOM TATE
Events like the Premier Invitational bring people together, celebrate local culture and contribute significantly to the community’s pride and economy.
ANDREW POWELL MP | MINISTER FOR TOURISM
Premier Invitational Series
Premier Invitational
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U8–U16 Boys, U10–U17 Girls -
25 Sept – 4 Oct 2026
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Carrara, Gold Coast
Tournament FAQs
All junior football teams are welcome to register — spots fill fast!
Boys U8–13 and Girls U10–13 play 9 games; Boys U14–16 and Girls U14–17 play 6 games.
Held across multiple soccer clubs in Carrara, Gold Coast.
Yes — Day One is for grading, after which teams are placed in divisions by caliber.
Yes. Clubs and teams can fundraise through the Australian Sports Foundation to help cover eligible tournament-related costs. Learn more.
Deposits are non-refundable. Final payment is due 6 weeks before Day One. You may lose your spot if payment isn’t received.
Organisers are not liable for losses caused by external factors (e.g. weather, pandemics).
