AFL Round 22 - Collingwood v Geelong Cats

Parking alert: No general public parking is available for this match. Parking is available for accessibility and accredited passholders 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 for the 2023 AFL Premiership Season match between Collingwood and the Geelong Cats.

For everything you need to know on visiting the MCG for AFL, click here.

MCC Library Fact Sheet
Click here to view the MCC Library Fact Sheet for this match.

Jump to:

• Tickets
• General Admission Seating and Cheer Squad locations
• Getting to the ‘G
• At the ‘G
• Accessibility

Tickets

General Public tickets for the 2023 Toyota AFL Premiership Season match – Collingwood v Geelong on Friday, August 11 at the MCG have now sold out. This match is a fully ticketed event, with no further tickets to be released.

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 and Cheer Squad locations

General Admission seating areas will be published here 24 hours prior to the match.  
Please note, GA areas are subject to change. Check back here for updates.

Shane Warne Stand

• Q1-Q7 (Q-DD) 

AFL Reserve
Please note, seating in the AFL Reserve is available to AFL members only.

• M16-M26 (Standing Room only)

CHEER SQUAD AREAS
Collingwood: M33 (rows A-O)
Geelong Cats: M3 (rows A-Q)

Getting to the ‘G

To ensure you are inside the Ground in time for the match start, arrive early and leave plenty of time for the entry process.

Download your ticket to your mobile for scanning upon entering the Ground.

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.

PARKING IN YARRA PARK
No general public parking is available for this match. Parking is available for accessibility and accredited passholders only. 

Parking for disability permit holders can be pre-booked via Ticketek here.

TRAIN AND ROAD DISRUPTIONS
Metro Trains
Buses replace trains on sections of the following train lines: 

• Hurstbridge
• Belgrave
• Lilydale
• Cranbourne
• Pakenham

Passengers on these lines should allow extra time when travelling to and from the MCG. When catching a return bus post-match, passengers should return to where got off the bus pre-match.

For further information and to plan your journey at ptv.vic.gov.au

V/Line Trains
Buses replace trains on sections of the following train lines: 

• Ballarat
• Ararat 
• Maryborough 
• Gippsland

Passengers on these lines should allow extra time when travelling to and from the MCG. When catching a return bus post-match, passengers should return to where got off the bus pre-match.

For further information and to plan your journey at ptv.vic.gov.au

Major Road Closures

• Dynon Road will be closed inbound between CityLink exit ramp and Dryburgh Street.

PRECINCT ROAD CLOSURES

• Brunton Avenue will be closed between 5.30pm and 11.20pm
• Jolimont Street and Jolimont Terrace will be closed between 5.30pm and 11.20pm.
• Wellington Parade will be closed between 10.20pm and 10.50pm.
• Vale Street will be closed between 5.30pm and 11.20pm.

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.

FLASHING LIGHT WARNING
Please note, flashing lights will be used throughout this match at the MCG.

INFORMATION FOR FAMILIES
Click here for information for families, including the location of Parents' Rooms and change tables.

MULTI-FAITH PRAYER ROOM
The MCG Multi-Faith Prayer Room is open to all patrons and located on Level B1 of the Shane Warne Stand (approximately behind bay M13).

Click here for more information.

AUSTRALIAN 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.

Accessibility

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

The 'G Train running times
Pre-match: 4.30pm to 8.20pm.
Post-match: 10.35pm to 11.20pm.

ZERO DELAY COMMENTARY
The SEN Stadium App provides a zero delay commentary on the Hearing Loop at the MCG. Download here.

SENSORY FRIENDLY SPACE
A Sensory Friendly Space is located within the Australian Sports Museum on Level 1 of the Olympic Stand (behind M51, inside Gate 3). This is a space for patrons of all ages who have sensory sensitivities, processing differences, or other hidden disabilities.

There are two rooms within the space offering patrons the ability to choose between quietly watching the event in a tiered theatre or using personal sensory strategies and fidget toys to relax in a multi-purpose room.
Find out more

HEARING LOOPS
The MCG has many hearing loops fitted throughout the stadium to relay PA announcements.
Find out more

ACCESSIBLE FACILITIES
For details about accessible seating, parking, bathrooms and companion cards click here