Celtic Park Stadium
The county's primary stadium for inter-county and club-level GAA matches.
Celtic Park (Irish: Páirc na gCeilteach), officially branded as Find Insurance Celtic Park, is a GAA stadium in Derry, Northern Ireland. With a capacity of about 18,000, it serves as the primary home for Derry's hurling and Gaelic football teams.
- Location
- Derry, Northern Ireland
- Capacity
- About 18,000
Verified Timeline
Lore & Background
Previously used for association football as the home of Derry Celtic F.C. While Dean McGlinchey Park hosted most Derry football games for years, Celtic Park became the county's main stadium from the 1990s onward.
In Their Own Story
Floodlights were first used on 2 February 2008 for a National League game against Mayo, with an official unveiling following in April. A new all-seater stand on the Lone Moor Road side began construction after the 2008 Derry Championship final and was completed by Summer 2009, raising capacity to about 18,000. During the 2009 National League, games were played elsewhere until the Ulster Senior Football Championship match with Monaghan on 24 May. In the 2026 season, Derry City played several games at Celtic Park while their home ground underwent pitch work.
Reader's Guide
The stadium hosts the Derry Senior, Intermediate, and Junior Football Championship finals. While it is the main venue, some home football games are occasionally held in Owenbeg, Dungiven, and hurling matches sometimes take place at Lavey or Fr. McNally Park, Banagher. In 2026, Find Insurance signed a multi-year deal to sponsor both the stadium and the association's centre of excellence in Owenbeg.
Did You Know?
- The ground was previously home to Derry Celtic F.C. in the Irish League from 1900–1913.
- Floodlights were first used on 2 February 2008 for a match against Mayo.
- Derry City played several games at this stadium during the 2026 season while their own pitch was being relaid.
- The new all-seater stand added 3,600 seats and included facilities like a T.V. gantry and media room.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Celtic Park Stadium?
Celtic Park, affectionately known as 'Paradise,' is the historic home of Celtic Football Club located in Glasgow's East End. Established on its current site in 1892, it serves as a spiritual fortress where the club's Irish-Scottish heritage and charitable roots are deeply embedded.
Why is Celtic Park Stadium important to fans?
The stadium acts as more than just a venue; it is a living monument to the club's identity and its commitment to social justice. It has witnessed defining moments in European football, from the team's founding charity mission to the legendary triumphs of the Lisbon Lions.
What is the capacity and record attendance at Celtic Park?
The modern stadium holds approximately 60,411 spectators, though historic matches in the early 20th century saw crowds exceeding 90,000. These figures reflect its status as one of Scotland's most significant sporting arenas.
What is the nickname for Celtic Park Stadium?
Fans universally refer to the ground as 'Paradise,' a name that captures the unique emotional connection between the supporters and their spiritual home in green and white hoops. This moniker underscores the stadium's role as a fortress of faith and community.
Where is Celtic Park Stadium located?
The stadium stands proudly in the East End of Glasgow, Scotland, anchoring the local community for over a century. Its location has remained central to the club's story since its establishment in 1892.
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