2026 AFL Round 7 - ANZAC Day - Essendon v Collingwood

General Public tickets for the 2026 AFL Premiership Season ANZAC Day match between Essendon v Collingwood at the MCG are currently exhausted. Should further tickets become available, they will be released via Ticketek at a later date.

Tickets

Ticket Type

On Sale

Club Members

From 10:00am AEDT Friday February 20

General Public

From 10:00am AEDT Monday February 23

AFL Reserve

From 2:00pm AEDT Wednesday March 25

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Gates

Gate opening times for this match:

Public

Gates 1, 3-5

12:30pm

AFL Reserve

Gates 6 & 7

12:30pm

Members’ Reserve

Gate 2

12:00pm

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Seating

If available, general admission seating areas will be listed here 24 hours prior to the match.

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Arrive early

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.

Plan your journey to the 'G

There are many ways to get to the 'G! Plan your journey ahead of time to ensure you're inside the Ground for the start of the match.

Check for public transport disruptions and extra services at Transport Victoria.

Find information on public transport, pedestrian access, taxi ranks and more on the MCG website.

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Where to enter the MCG

Enter the MCG via the gate listed on your ticket.

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Antisocial behaviour

At the MCG, your safety is our priority. If you experience any form of antisocial behaviour, please report it by texting the MCG's antisocial text hotline on +61 409 117 621.

Food and beverage options

A range of food outlets are options on event days at the MCG.

Please note: Available outlets will vary based on expected attendance.

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Dietary options

The MCG endeavours to cater for a range of dietary options on event days. View the MCG dietary information.

The MCG is a cashless venue

All food, beverage, merchandise and ticketing outlets are cashless. All transactions will need to be made on your debit or credit card.

The MCG is a smoke and vape-free venue

The MCG is a smoke, e-cigarette and vape free venue. Patrons found smoking or vaping inside the Ground will face immediate eviction and could face further disciplinary action by the Club.

Multi-Faith Prayer Room

The MCG Multi-Faith Prayer Room is open to all patrons. It is located on Level B1 of the Shane Warne Stand (approximately behind Section M13).

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Accessibility

Accessible facilities at the MCG

The MCG is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive experience for everyone when they visit the stadium.

For details about accessible seating, parking, bathrooms, companion cards and more, visit Accessibility and Inclusion.

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

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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 fidgets to relax in a multi-purpose room.

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Hearing loops

The MCG has many hearing loops fitted throughout the stadium to relay PA announcements.

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Zero delay commentary

The SEN Stadium App provides a zero delay commentary on the Hearing Loop at the MCG.

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Round 7 Essendon v Collingwood

Tickets

Gates

Seating

Prepare

At the 'G

Accessibility