2025 AFL Grand Final - Geelong Cats v Brisbane Lions

Step into Greatness at the 'G during the 2025 AFL Grand Final.

The Melbourne Cricket Club, as ground managers of the MCG, looks forward to welcoming you to the 'G for the 2025 AFL Grand Final between the Geelong Cats and Brisbane Lions.

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

Tickets

The Competing Club Member and AFL Member ticket allocations for the 2025 Toyota AFL Grand Final, Geelong Cats v Brisbane Lions at the MCG on Saturday, September 27 are now sold out. No further tickets will be released for sale.

Key Timings

8.00am - Gates open for the MCC Members' Reserve (unreserved seating and standing room)
9.00am - Gates open for the MCC Members' Reserve (reserved seating)
9.30am - Gates open for the public and AFL Reserve
9.35am - Marsh AFL Futures Boys Match
1.30pm - Telstra Pre-Game Entertainment: Snoop Dogg, Baker Boy, Tash Sultana, Mike Brady and Vera Blue
2.13pm - Teams enter
2.25pm - Welcome to Country and National Anthem
2.30pm - Match commences

MCC LIBRARY FACT SHEETS

Click here to download the MCC Library Fact Sheet for the 2025 AFL Grand Final between the Geelong Cats and Brisbane Lions.
Click here to download the MCC Library Grand Final Supplement.
Click here to download The MCC Library Record.

Jump to:

• Getting to the ‘G
• At the ‘G
• Accessibility Entry Gate 3B
• Accessibility

Getting to the ‘G

On AFL Grand Final Day, the process for entry into the MCG may take longer than usual. To ensure you are inside the MCG in time for the match start, arrive early and leave plenty of time for the entry process.

Download your ticket prior to your arrival at the MCG. To gain entry into the match, scan your digital ticket at the turnstiles. 

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. Extremely limited parking is available for accessibility and accredited passholders only.

Accessibility parking will go on sale at 10.00am AEST on Wednesday September 24 via Ticketek.

PRECINCT ROAD CLOSURES

• Brunton Avenue will be closed between 6.00am-11.59pm.
• Jolimont Street & Terrace will be closed between 5.00am-8.00pm.
• Wellington Parade will be closed between 5.30pm-8.30pm.
• Vale Street will be closed between 5.00am-8.00pm.

Food and Beverage Options

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

Three feature food offerings will be available throughout the MCG during the AFL Finals Series:

• The Holy Grail Burger & Chips
• The Premiership Peck Burger & Chips
• Detroit-Style Pizza Singles

Discover where you can find these delicious offerings 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.

Accessibility Entry Gate 3B

For the AFL Grand Final, the MCG will open a dedicated entry at Gate 3B (to the left of Gate 3 opposite Club Hub) for patrons who require additional assistance entering the stadium. The entry process will be slower, quieter and will support patrons with disability (including hidden disabilities), those with sensory needs, or simply those who require additional help and time to enter the ground comfortably.

Features of this gate will include:

• Handheld ticket scanning.
• No overhead announcements or flashing signs.
• Additional support from trained MCG staff and security, including staff who can interpret Auslan.
• Close proximity to the MCG’s Sensory Friendly Space and Changing Places bathroom.
• Staff will be able to assist patrons with the security entry process at the gate.
• Optional support from trained therapy dogs, ‘Milo’ and ‘Chilli’.

Opening times:
Saturday September 27
12.00pm - 2.45pm

If you have any questions or wish to provide feedback on your experience at the gate, please contact us.

FLASHING LIGHT 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

Operating times
5.00am - 7.00pm

Find out more

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.

Opening Times
11.15am* - 6.15pm
*If you require support prior to this time, please seek assistance from First Aid.

Find out more about the Sensory Friendly Space here

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.