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AFL

Round 24 Melbourne v Western Bulldogs

Saturday August 22, 2026
Melbourne Football Club logo
4:15PM
Western Bulldogs Football Club logo

Tickets

General public tickets for Melbourne v Western Bulldogs in Round 24 are on sale now via Ticketek.

Kids Go Free in Victoria returns in 2026 in Round 24, in collaboration with the Victorian Government, with children aged 14 years and under able to access free general admission entry* to this match.

*Subject to capacity and availability. Please see AFL terms and conditions.

Ticket Type
On Sale
AFL Reserve
Tuesday August 4, 11:00am AEST
Club Members
Tuesday August 4, 12:00pm AEST
General Public
Tuesday August 4, 3:00pm AEST

Gates

Gate opening times for this match:
Public
Gates 1, 3-5
2:30pm
Public (Accessibility)
Gate 3B or left turnstile at all gates
2:30pm
AFL Reserve
Gates 6 & 7
2:30pm
Members’ Reserve
Gate 2
2:00pm

Parking

The Yarra Park car park is closed for this match

To prioritise patron safety due to the unstable state of the grassed paddocks and help improve the condition of the heritage-listed Yarra Park following recent wet weather, the Yarra Park car park will be closed for the remainder of the 2026 AFL season

Only those Australian Disability Parking (ADP) permit holders who have already pre-purchased a Ticketek parking pass can access the car park. A very limited number of these ADP passes for Round 24 will go on sale Wednesday August 19 10:00am AEST via Ticketek.

GA Seating

General admission seating areas will be listed here 24 hours prior to the match.

Prepare

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.

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.

Plan your trip and check for public transport disruptions and extra services on the PTV app or at Transport Victoria.

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

The MCC Library Fact Sheet for this match features:

  • Melbourne versus The Western Bulldogs – Facts and Figures
  • Kelvin Templeton
  • Over To You Trivia

At the 'G

Enter the MCG via the gate listed on your ticket.

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.

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

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

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

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, 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.

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).

Please note, flashing lights and pyrotechnics will be used throughout this event at the MCG.

Accessibility

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.

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

The G-Train operates from Yarra Park gate opening time and runs continuously throughout the match. 

Visual stories are step-by-step guides with photos used to prepare a person for, and increase the predictability of, a new environment or situation.

The MCG has a visual story that illustrates how to access the stadium, what to expect when entering and what you might experience during the match.

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.

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

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