2026 AFL Round 13 - Essendon v Carlton

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Tickets

General public tickets for Essendon v Carlton in Round 13 are on sale via Ticketek.

Ticket Type

On Sale

Club Members

From 10:00am AEDT Tuesday February 17

General Public

From 10:00am AEDT Wednesday February 18

AFL Reserve

From 2:00pm AEST Tuesday May 12

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Gates

Gate opening times for this match:

Public

Gates 1, 3-5

5:30pm

American Express Priority Entry for Card Members

Gate 3B (available to Amex Card Members with a Gate 3, 4 or 5 ticket)

5:30pm

AFL Reserve

Gates 6 & 7

5:30pm

Members’ Reserve

Gate 2

4:45pm

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What's On

Old rivals Essendon and Carlton will come together to pay tribute to the late Neale Daniher and his extraordinary legacy, on the eve of King's Birthday and Big Freeze at the 'G.

5:30pm: Public gates open

6:59pm: Essendon and Carlton team run outs

7:10pm - Moment for Neale: Be in your seats by 7:10 for Freeze the ‘G, an interactive sound and light show

7:20pm: Match start

Parking

There is no general public parking available for this event

Australian Disability Parking (ADP) permit holders can pre-book parking for Rounds 11-15 via Ticketek or access limited drive-up parking - $20 per car (EFTPOS only, cash not accepted)

All parking is within grass paddocks in Yarra Park

Explore alternative car park options near the MCG

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GA Seating

General Admission

The following areas will be available for General Admission access (subject to change):

Shane Warne Stand - Level 4

Q1-Q5 all rows

Ponsford Stand - Level 4

Q31-Q35 rows DD-MM

Olympic Stand - Level 4

Q49-Q55 rows CC-MM

AFL Reserve

The following unreserved areas will be available in the AFL Reserve for this match (subject to change):

Level 4

Q15½-Q23 rows U-DD
Q24-Q25 rows K-DD

Cheer Squad Allocations

Essendon: M3 rows A-Z (Punt Road end)
Carlton: M33 rows A-Q (City end)

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Prepare

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.

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

With the opening of the Metro Tunnel, trains on the Cranbourne, Pakenham and Sunbury Line no longer stop at Richmond Station or operate on the City Loop. Find information about getting to the 'G on lines using the Metro Tunnel.

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

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Precinct road closures

Barassi Way (formerly Brunton Avenue) will be closed between 4:45pm–11:00pm.
Jolimont Street and Terrace will be closed between 4:45pm–11:00pm.
Wellington Parade will be closed between 10:00pm–10:30pm.
Vale Street will be closed between 4:45pm–11:00pm.

Fact Sheet - Round 13 - Essendon v Carlton

The MCC Library Fact Sheet for this match features:

A Low Scoring Grand Final
Percy Ogden
100 Years Ago
Vale John Fraser OAM

View the Fact Sheet (PDF)

At the 'G

Where to enter the MCG

Enter the MCG via the gate listed on your ticket.

MCG Stadium Map

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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Flashing lights and pyrotechnics warning

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

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

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

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Visual story - Going to the footy at the MCG

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.

View Visual Story

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