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SUMMARY:2025 AFL Grand Final
DESCRIPTION:The AFL Grand Final is the pinnacle of the Australian Football League season and one of Australia’s biggest sporting spectacles. It is an annual championship match played to determine the premier team of the season. Known for its electrifying atmosphere\, incredible pre-game entertainment\, and a sold-out stadium of over 100\,000 passionate fans\, the Grand Final is an unmissable event for any footy fan. \n\n\n\nThis guide provides key information for fans planning to attend the 2025 AFL Grand Final\, including the date\, venue details\, ticketing\, and essential travel advice. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen is the 2025 AFL Grand Final?\n\n\n\nThe 2025 Toyota AFL Grand Final will be held on Saturday\, September 27\, 2025. The match typically starts at 2:30 PM (Australian Eastern Standard Time\, AEST)\, with pre-game festivities beginning much earlier in the day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere is the 2025 AFL Grand Final?\n\n\n\nThe AFL Grand Final is always held at its traditional home: \n\n\n\n\nVenue: Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)\n\n\n\nLocation: East Melbourne\, Victoria\, Australia\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)\n\n\n\nThe MCG\, or simply “the G\,” is the largest stadium in Australia and the tenth-largest in the world. With a capacity exceeding 100\,000\, it provides an iconic and grand setting for the season’s biggest game. It is located in Yarra Park\, just a short walk from Melbourne’s CBD. \n\n\n\n\nMelbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I get tickets to the 2025 AFL Grand Final?\n\n\n\nSecuring a ticket to the AFL Grand Final is a famously difficult task. Unlike most sporting events\, a very limited number of tickets are made available to the general public. The vast majority of tickets are allocated to: \n\n\n\n\nCompeting Club Members: The largest allocation of tickets goes to members of the two clubs competing in the Grand Final. Access is prioritized based on membership type (e.g.\, priority one\, two\, or three members) and often requires a ballot.\n\n\n\nAFL Members: AFL members who have purchased a Grand Final entitlement as part of their membership can participate in a ballot to secure a ticket.\n\n\n\nMCC Members: Members of the Melbourne Cricket Club (MCC)\, who manage the MCG\, have access to a large allocation of seats.\n\n\n\n\nOptions for Non-Members: \n\n\n\n\nHospitality Packages: Your best and most reliable option for a guaranteed seat is to purchase an official hospitality package. These are sold through the AFL Event Office and other authorized providers. These packages are expensive but include a reserved seat\, food\, and beverages\, and are the only way for the general public to buy a ticket with certainty. You can find more details on the AFL Event Office website.\n\n\n\nThe Public Ballot: A small number of tickets may be released via a public ballot or on-sale through the official ticketing agent\, Ticketek. This is extremely competitive\, and success is not guaranteed. Keep an eye on the official AFL ticketing page for any announcements.\n\n\n\nUnauthorized Resellers: Be extremely cautious of purchasing tickets from unauthorized resellers or on social media. The AFL strictly enforces rules against ticket scalping\, and fraudulent tickets may be voided\, leaving you out of pocket.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I travel to the MCG?\n\n\n\nThe MCG is easily accessible from Melbourne’s CBD via public transport. \n\n\n\n\nBy Train (Recommended): There are two train stations near the MCG:\n\nJolimont Station: A 5-minute walk through Yarra Park. Take the Hurstbridge or Epping lines.\n\n\n\nRichmond Station: A slightly longer walk. Take any train on the Lilydale\, Belgrave\, Alamein\, Glen Waverley\, Dandenong\, Pakenham\, Cranbourne\, Frankston or Sandringham lines from Flinders Street Station.\n\n\n\n\n\nBy Tram: Three tram routes provide access:\n\nRoute 75 (City – Vermont South): Travels along Flinders Street.\n\n\n\nRoute 48 (Docklands/City – North Balwyn): Travels along Collins Street.\n\n\n\nRoute 70 (Docklands/City – Wattle Park): Travels along Flinders Street and detours via Melbourne Park.\n\n\n\nA valid Myki card is required for all tram travel.\n\n\n\n\n\nBy Bus: Bus route 246 stops on Punt Road\, just a short walk from the ground.\n\n\n\nBy Car/Parking: Driving to the MCG is highly discouraged due to heavy traffic\, road closures\, and limited parking. Public parking is usually available in Yarra Park for a fee\, but it fills up very early.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere to Stay During the 2025 AFL Grand Final in Melbourne?\n\n\n\nMelbourne offers a wide variety of accommodation options\, but they book out months in advance and prices rise significantly around the Grand Final. \n\n\n\n\nMelbourne CBD: The most convenient location\, offering a huge range of hotels\, apartments\, and hostels with easy access to the MCG and all of Melbourne’s attractions.\n\n\n\nEast Melbourne: Staying in East Melbourne places you within walking distance of the MCG.\n\n\n\nRichmond: A popular and lively suburb right next to the MCG\, with many pubs\, restaurants\, and hotels.\n\n\n\nDocklands/Southbank: Modern waterfront precincts with excellent hotels and public transport connections.\n\n\n\n\nBooking Tips: \n\n\n\n\nBook your accommodation as soon as you know you’re attending.\n\n\n\nLook for hotels with a flexible cancellation policy.\n\n\n\nUse reputable booking sites like Tripadvisor to find and compare options.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHelpful Links for Planning Your AFL Grand Final Experience\n\n\n\n\nAFL Official Website\n\n\n\nMelbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) Official Site\n\n\n\nAFL Event Office – Hospitality Packages\n\n\n\nPublic Transport Victoria (PTV) – Melbourne\n\n\n\nTripadvisor (Accommodation & Reviews Melbourne)\n\n\n\n\nEnjoy the biggest day in Australian sport!
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LOCATION:Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)\, Melbourne\, Australia
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SUMMARY:AFL Grand Final 2022
DESCRIPTION:The 2022 AFL Grand Final is the culmination of the Australian Football League season\, competed by the top 2 teams. The 126th staging of the Grand Final is to be held on Saturday 24th September 2022\, with the winner’s will receive the AFL’s Premiership Cup and the Premiership Flag. The 2021 premiers were Melbourne\, who won their 13th title and first since 1864 after defeating the Western Bulldogs by 74 points in the Grand Final.\n\n\n\nWhere is the AFL Grand Final 2022?\nThe match is traditionally held at the MCG in Melbourne and will return in 2022\, as it was moved in 2021 to Perth Stadium in Perth due to the ongoing lockdown in Victoria amid a COVID-19 outbreak.\n\nMelbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)\n\n\n\nAFL Guide\nA guide to the Australian Football League is available here.\n\nAFL (Australian Football League)\n\n\n\nHow do I get tickets for the AFL Grand Final 2022?\nTicket information for the match will be available on the official AFL website here when available.\n\n\n\nHow do I get to the AFL Grand Final 2022?\n\n\nMelbourne Airport (Tullamarine Airport) is the second busiest airport in Australia\, with international and domestic connections to many of the world and Australia’s destinations.\n\n \n\nThe airport sits approximately 25km north of Melbourne CBD\, with Skybus being the most convenient option of getting to the CBD. The shuttle buses run 24 hours a day one way tickets starting from $18.\n\nThinking of flying to Melbourne? Search & book your flights through Skyscanner.\n\n\n\nFurther travel information is available on the Melbourne Cricket Ground guide.\n\n\n\nHotels for the AFL Grand Final 2022\nUse TripAdvisor to find some great places to stay in Melbourne by clicking here.\n\n\n\n\n\nFurther Information\nAFL Official Website
URL:https://mysportstourist.com/sportsevent/afl-grand-final-2022/
LOCATION:Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)\, Melbourne\, Australia
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SUMMARY:AFL Grand Final 2021
DESCRIPTION:The 2021 AFL Grand Final is the culmination of the Australian Football League season\, competed by the top 2 teams. The 125th staging of the Grand Final is to be held on Saturday 25th September 2021\, with the winner’s will receive the AFL’s Premiership Cup and the Premiership Flag. The 2020 premiers were Richmond\, who won their 13th title after defeating Geelong by 31 points in the Grand Final (see below). \n\nWhere is the AFL Grand Final 2021?\nThe match is traditionally held at the MCG in Melbourne\, however it has been moved for 2021 due to the ongoing lockdown in Victoria amid a COVID-19 outbreak. The match will now be held at Perth Stadium in Perth\, a full guide including history and travel information is available here. \nPerth Stadium (Perth) \n \n\nAFL Guide\nA guide to the Australian Football League is available here. \n\nHow do I get tickets for the AFL Grand Final 2021?\nTicket information for the match will be available on the official AFL website here when available. \n\nHow do I get to the AFL Grand Final 2021?\nPerth Airport is the fourth busiest airport in Australia\, with flights to a number of international and domestic destinations\, including the first direct flight from Europe to Oceania with a daily flight from London Heathrow. \nPerth Airport is simple to reach from the city\, with the Tonkin Highway leading to all four of the airport’s terminals. Transperth route 935 runs from Kings Park via Belmont Forum and Perth City to Terminal 4\, whilst route 380 runs to Terminal 1. \nThinking of going to Perth? Search & book your flights through Skyscanner here. \n \nFurther travel information is available on the Perth Stadium guide. \n\nHotels for the AFL Grand Final 2021\nUse TripAdvisor to find some great places to stay in Perth by clicking here. \n \n\nFurther Information\nAFL Official Website
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LOCATION:Optus Stadium\, Perth\, Australia
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SUMMARY:2020 AFL Grand Final
DESCRIPTION:The AFL Grand Final is the culmination of the Australian Football League season\, competed by the top 2 teams. The 2021 AFL Grand Final will be the 124th and due to the Covid-19 pandemic\, will be the first held outside the state of Victoria. \nThe match will be held on Saturday 24th October at The Gabba in Brisbane\, with the winner’s will receive the AFL’s Premiership Cup and the Premiership Flag. The 2019 Final was played between Richmond Football Club and the Greater Western Sydney Giants\, with Richmond winning their 12th Premiership by a margin of 89 points (see below). \n\nVenue information for the 2020 AFL Grand Final\nThe match venue has been confirmed as The Gabba in Brisbane\, a full guide including history and travel information is available here.  \n\nGuide to the AFL\nA guide to the AFL is available by clicking here. \n\nTicket Information for the 2020 AFL Grand Final\nClub members will be required to complete a ballot the week before the Grand Final\, however there is also a limited amount in reserve for AFL members. There is not usually a General Public sale\, however Grand Final packages are available. Further ticket information for the 2020 AFL Grand Final will be available on the official website closer to the time by clicking here. \n\nTravel information\nAir – Brisbane Airport is 16km north of Brisbane CBD and serves many international and domestic destinations. \nThinking of flying to Brisbane? Search & book your flights through Skyscanner here. \n\nFurther travel information is available on The Gabba guide above. \n\nWhere to stay in Brisbane\nUse TripAdvisor to find some great places to stay in Brisbane by clicking here.
URL:https://mysportstourist.com/sportsevent/2020-afl-grand-final/
LOCATION:The Gabba\, Brisbane\, Australia
CATEGORIES:AFL
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SUMMARY:2019 AFL Grand Final
DESCRIPTION:The AFL Grand Final is the culmination of the Australian Football League season\, competed by the top 2 teams. Traditionally held on the final Saturday in September or the first Sunday in October at the Melbourne Cricket Ground\, the winner’s receive the AFL’s premiership cup and the premiership flag.
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LOCATION:Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)\, Melbourne\, Australia
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