AFL Round 3 - Melbourne v Gold Coast SUNS

Please note: Gate times are subject to change.

Step into Greatness at the 'G during the 2025 AFL Premiership Season.

The Melbourne Cricket Club, as ground managers of the MCG, look forward to welcoming you to the 'G for the 2025 AFL Premiership Season match between Melbourne and the Gold Coast SUNS.

Scroll below for key information about accessing the MCG for this match.

MCC LIBRARY FACT SHEET
Click here to read 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
• Food and Beverage options
• Accessibility

Tickets

General public tickets go on sale for Rounds 1-15 at 12.00pm on Wednesday February 19 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 and Cheer Squad locations

Shane Warne Stand

• M1
• M2 rows A-CC
• M4 (Demon Heartland)
• M5-M11
• M12 rows A-Z (No Alcohol)
• Level 4 Closed

Ponsford Stand

• M28-M32
• M33 rows H-NN (No Alcohol)
• M34-M36
• Level 4 Closed

Olympic Stand

• M54 rows A-S
• M55-M57
• Q49-Q57

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

• M16-M23 rows A-Z
• M24-M26
• M27 rows AA-OO
• N25
• P23-P28
• Level 4 Closed

CHEER SQUAD LOCATIONS
Melbourne: M3 (Punt Road end)
Gold Coast SUNS: M33 rows A-G (City end)

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
General public parking is available for this match. Click here to find out more.

Please note, parking via Gate 7 is available to accessibility and accredited passholders only.

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

PRECINCT ROAD CLOSURES

• Brunton Avenue will be closed from 11.15am to 1.20pm

Food and Beverage Options

View our range of MCG match day food and beverage options here.

Click here to view the various dietary options available throughout the MCG.

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 LIGHTS AND PYROTECHNICS WARNING
Please note, flashing lights and pyrotechnics 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.

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

Running Times:
10.15am - 4.50pm

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

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