*Parking alert: Access is restricted to accredited passholders and disability permit holders only.
Step into Greatness at the 'G during the 2023 AFL Premiership Season.
The Melbourne Cricket Club, as ground managers of the MCG, looks forward to welcoming you to the 'G throughout the 2023 AFL Premiership Season.For everything you need to know on visiting the MCG for AFL, click here.
Tickets
Tickets for this match are now on sale via Ticketek.Tickets can be purchased via the Ticketek website, at Ticketek agencies or at the ground on match day, subject to availability. A total of 10 tickets can be purchased in one transaction.
General Admission Seating
Please note, general admission seating areas are subject to change. Continue to check regularly for updates and check the general admission screens at your gate upon arrival to the MCG.Shane Warne Stand
- Q1-4
- Q5-Q15 1/2 (rows S-DD)
Ponsford Stand
- Q31-Q36 (rows S-MM)
Olympic Stand
- Q49-Q55 (rows U-MM)
AFL Reserve
Please note, seating in the AFL Reserve is available to AFL members only.
- Q15-Q24 (rows K-DD)
- Q25-Q28
Cheer Squad areas
Essendon: M3 (rows A-Z)Geelong Cats: M33 (rows A-S)
Country Festival
Celebrate regional footy at the pre-game Country Festival to be held outside the ‘G in the Yarra Park ahead of the match between Essendon and Geelong. The festival will include entertainment, an animal farm, food trucks and plenty of other activities for the whole family to enjoy.The site will open at 11am, so make sure you get in early to check it out before heading inside the ground to watch the blockbuster clash.
Parking
General public parking is unavailable for this match. Parking is available to disability and accredited permit holders only. Click here for parking information as well as alternative parking options close to the MCG, and continue to check regularly for updates.Parking for disability permit holders can be pre-booked via Ticketek here.
Road closures
Brunton Avenue: 11.00am-4.30pmJolimont Street and Terrace: 11.00am-4.30pm
Wellington Parade: 3.40pm-4.10pm
Vale Street: 11.00am-4.30pm
The G-Train Mobility Shuttle Service
The G-Train Mobility Shuttle Service operates during public events held at the MCG.The service is free and accessible to patrons with mobility challenges. The G-Train also features vehicles with wheelchair-friendly access.
Pre-booking is not required; simply wait at a designated pick up point for the next available buggy. The service has pick up points from the following locations:
- Richmond Station
- Jolimont Station
- Accessible Parking Area
Find out more
Getting to the MCG
Find your best way to get to the MCG with our journey planner and transport option tools. For information on public transport, pedestrian access, taxi ranks and more, click here.At the 'G
- You will be required to enter via the gate listed on your ticket.
- The MCG is a cashless venue. All food, beverage, merchandise and ticketing outlets will be cashless – so all transactions will need to be made on your debit or credit card.
- The MCG is a smoke, e-cigarette and vape free venue. Patrons found smoking or vaping inside the Ground will face immediate eviction.
- At the MCG, your safety is our priority. If you experience any form of antisocial behaviour, please report it by texting 'Assist' to the MCG's antisocial text hotline on +61 409 117 621.
Precinct closure - Melbourne and Olympic Parks
There will be restricted pedestrian access through Melbourne and Olympic Parks for this match due to DreamHack.Closures to pedestrian pathways at Melbourne Park will affect guests approaching the MCG via Olympic Boulevard. Guests ticketed to Gate 1 and 2 should use the Rod Laver Arena external concourse to access their gate. Guests ticketed to Gates 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 should use the John Cain Arena footbridge to access their gate.
MCC Library Fact Sheet
2023 AFL Premiership Season Round 7 - Essendon v Geelong CatsAustralian Sports Museum
The Australian Sports Museum is open for those attending the match from gate opening (listed above) until 15 minutes before the match start time.Tickets for the Australian Sports Museum are half price and can be purchased on the day inside Gate 3 at the MCG. The Museum showcases the best of Australian sports including AFL, cricket and the Olympics.
Be sure to arrive early to make the most of your visit.
Metro Trains Disruptions
Buses replace trains on sections of the Belgrave, Lilydale, Alamein, Frankston and Sandringham lines this Sunday.- Passengers should allow extra time when travelling to and from the MCG.
- Please be aware after the game there may be increased congestion and delays getting onto the platforms at Richmond and Jolimont stations.
- Passengers are advised to return to where they got off the bus prior.
For further information and to plan your journey at ptv.vic.gov.au.