AFL 2026 spans 14 venues, 18 clubs, and every state and territory. Thirty matches are already on the fixture through May alone, with on-sale dates that kicked off as early as 3 February.
2 platforms control every transaction: Ticketek or Ticketmaster, locked to the venue, not the team. Pick the wrong one, and you are hunting the right page while seats vanish. Perth fans face the toughest deal: Optus Stadium offers zero general admission for both Fremantle and West Coast games, reserved seat or nothing. 4 other venues are standing room only.
7 grounds include free public transport. 16 MCG matches are open for community group applications right now.
How to Buy AFL 2026 Tickets Step by Step
Visit the AFL Match Center at afl.com.au and click Buy Tickets on your match. Every link goes directly to the correct platform for that venue.
- Go to afl.com.au and open the Match Center, or go directly to Ticketek or Ticketmaster. Search by date, team, or venue.
- Select your seating category, general admission or reserved seat, then choose your ticket type: adult, junior (ages 6 to 14), or concession.
- Complete payment. All tickets are digital. No physical tickets are issued.
- Access your ticket through the Ticketek or Ticketmaster app or your mobile wallet. If buying for others, use the Ticket Forward function. Recipients must accept and download before match day, or they will be denied entry.
Ticketek or Ticketmaster — Which Platform Do You Need
The platform is fixed to the venue, not the match. Using the wrong site wastes time and may show you incorrect availability.
| Venue | Club | Platform |
|---|---|---|
| Adelaide Oval | Adelaide Crows | Ticketek |
| Adelaide Oval | Port Adelaide | Ticketek |
| ENGIE Stadium | GWS Giants | Ticketmaster |
| GMHBA Stadium | Geelong Cats | Ticketmaster |
| Manuka Oval | GWS Giants | Ticketek |
| Mars Stadium | All clubs | Ticketmaster |
| Marvel Stadium | All clubs | Ticketmaster |
| MCG | All clubs | Ticketek |
| Ninja Stadium | Richmond | Ticketek |
| Optus Stadium | Fremantle | Ticketmaster |
| Optus Stadium | West Coast Eagles | Ticketmaster |
| People First Stadium | Gold Coast Suns | Ticketek |
| SCG | Sydney Swans | Ticketmaster |
| The Gabba | Brisbane Lions | Ticketmaster |
| TIO Stadium | Gold Coast Suns | Ticketmaster |
| TIO Traeger Park | Melbourne | Ticketmaster |
| UTAS Stadium | Hawthorn | Ticketmaster |
General Admission vs Reserved Seats at Every Venue
General admission is first in, best dressed. You get into the ground, but not a specific seat. For big games or venues with limited GA areas, upgrading to a reserved seat is the safer call.
| Venue | General Admission | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Adelaide Oval (Crows) | Yes | Upgrade via Ticketek for high-demand games |
| Adelaide Oval (Port Adelaide) | Yes | Sections 520 to 544 (rows Y to back), Sections 142 to 145, or The Hill |
| Blundstone Arena | Yes | Upgrade via Ticketek for high-demand games |
| ENGIE Stadium | Yes | Upgrade via Ticketmaster for high-demand games |
| GMHBA Stadium | Yes | Upgrade via Ticketmaster for high-demand games |
| Hands Oval | Yes | Upgrade via Ticketmaster |
| Manuka Oval | Yes | Upgrade via Ticketek for high-demand games |
| Mars Stadium | Limited | Standing room only |
| Marvel Stadium | Yes | Level 3 only, entry via any public gate |
| MCG | Yes | Excludes Anzac Day. Check mcg.org.au the week of the game |
| Optus Stadium (Fremantle) | No | Reserved seat is required. Purchase via Ticketmaster |
| Optus Stadium (West Coast) | No | Reserved seat is required. Purchase via Ticketmaster |
| People First Stadium | Yes | Either end of the ground |
| SCG | Yes | Limited unreserved seating in the Red Zone. Dress regulations apply. Entry via Gate A, or Gates J or H from MP1 Car Park |
| The Gabba | Yes | Scan into GA on arrival |
| TIO Stadium | Limited | Standing room only |
| TIO Traeger Park | Limited | Standing room only |
| University of Tasmania Stadium | No | Reserved seat upgrade only via Ticketmaster |
Two things worth knowing before you go. Anzac Day Premiership Passes do not cover MCG entry for Collingwood and Essendon players or members; contact your club.
At the SCG, arrive early to secure a Red Zone seat and check the Sydney Swans match day page for dress regulations before you travel.
2026 On-Sale Dates by Venue
Members get priority access before general public sales open. Times listed are local to each venue.
| Venue | Club | Members On-Sale | Public On-Sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adelaide Oval | Adelaide Crows | 10am ACDT, Tue 10 Feb | 10am ACDT, Fri 13 Feb |
| Adelaide Oval | Port Adelaide | 12pm ACDT, Tue 3 Feb | 12pm ACDT, Fri 6 Feb |
| ENGIE Stadium | GWS Giants | 10am AEDT, Tue 10 Feb | 10am AEDT, Wed 11 Feb |
| GMHBA Stadium | Geelong Cats | 10am AEDT, Wed 11 Feb | 2pm AEDT, Wed 11 Feb |
| Manuka Oval | GWS Giants | 10am AEDT, Tue 10 Feb | 10am AEDT, Wed 11 Feb |
| Marvel Stadium | All clubs | 10am AEDT, Tue 17 Feb | 10am AEDT, Wed 18 Feb |
| MCG | All clubs | 10am AEDT, Tue 17 Feb | 10am AEDT, Wed 18 Feb |
| MCG (Anzac Day) | All clubs | 10am AEDT, Fri 20 Feb | 10am AEDT, Mon 23 Feb |
| Ninja Stadium | Richmond | TBC | TBC |
| Optus Stadium | Fremantle | 10am AWST, Tue 24 Feb | 2pm AWST, Tue 24 Feb |
| Optus Stadium | West Coast Eagles | 10am AWST, Wed 18 Feb | 10am AWST, Thu 19 Feb |
| People First Stadium | Gold Coast Suns | 1pm AEST, Tue 10 Feb | 10am AEST, Wed 11 Feb |
| SCG | Sydney Swans | 10am AEDT, Mon 9 Feb | 10am AEDT, Tue 10 Feb |
| The Gabba | Brisbane Lions | 10am AEST, Mon 9 Feb | 10am AEST, Tue 10 Feb |
| TIO Stadium | Gold Coast Suns | Currently on sale | Currently on sale |
| TIO Traeger Park | Melbourne | Currently on sale | Currently on sale |
| UTAS Stadium | Hawthorn | TBC | TBC |
Junior, Concession, and Free Entry Rules
Under-5s enter free but cannot occupy a seat. Ages 6 to 14 qualify for a junior ticket.
Anyone 15 or over is treated as an adult unless they hold a valid concession identification, which must be presented at purchase and again at the gate.
| Concession Card | Who Qualifies |
|---|---|
| Pensioner Concession Card (Centrelink) | Primary cardholder only |
| DVA Card or DVA Pensioner Concession Card | Primary cardholder only |
| Full-time secondary or tertiary student card | Australian students only, not international student cards |
| Health Care Card (Centrelink) | Primary cardholder only |
Companion Card
The AFL is part of the national Companion Card program. A companion of any cardholder receives a free admission ticket at all AFL venues. This applies across every ground on the fixture.
Free Public Transport on Match Day
Seven venues across Australia include free travel on match day. These offers are managed by local transport authorities, not the AFL, so confirm with the relevant provider before you travel.
| Venue | What Is Free |
|---|---|
| Adelaide Oval | Free travel on Adelaide Metro for specified events |
| Manuka Oval | Free travel on all Transport Canberra services |
| Marvel Stadium | Within PTV Free Tram Zone |
| Optus Stadium | Free travel via Transperth |
| People First Stadium | Free on G: Link, Queensland Rail, and Kinetic Busline. Limited free shuttle from selected locations |
| SCG | Return public transport is included with your ticket via Transport NSW |
| The Gabba | Free on Queensland Rail City Network trains and Bus Queensland buses. Airtrain not included |
Free Tickets for Schools and Community Groups
The AFL Community Support Ticketing Program offers up to 40 complimentary tickets per group to selected MCG matches. Schools, junior football clubs, youth groups, and registered community organizations are eligible.
Tickets cover adults, juniors, and concession categories. They cannot be upgraded, sold, or used in raffles or competitions.
Applications for the 2026 season are open now. Apply at afl.com.au before the allocation runs out. Email [email protected] with questions.
Eligible matches for Rounds 1 to 15 are all at the MCG:
| Round | Match | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Rd 1 | Collingwood v Adelaide Crows | Sat 14 Mar |
| Rd 1 | Melbourne v St Kilda | Sun 15 Mar |
| Rd 2 | Hawthorn v Sydney Swans | Thu 19 Mar |
| Rd 2 | Richmond v Gold Coast Suns | Sat 21 Mar |
| Rd 3 | Carlton v Melbourne | Sun 29 Mar |
| Rd 4 | Richmond v Port Adelaide | Sat 4 Apr |
| Rd 4 | Melbourne v Gold Coast Suns | Sun 5 Apr |
| Rd 6 | Melbourne v Brisbane Lions | Sun 19 Apr |
| Rd 9 | Richmond v Adelaide Crows | Sun 10 May |
| Rd 10 | Melbourne v Hawthorn | Sat 16 May |
| Rd 10 | Essendon v Fremantle | Sun 17 May |
| Rd 12 | Carlton v Geelong Cats | Fri 29 May |
| Rd 13 | Hawthorn v Western Bulldogs | Fri 5 Jun |
| Rd 14 | Melbourne v Essendon | Sat 13 Jun |
| Rd 15 | Collingwood v Port Adelaide | Sat 20 Jun |
| Rd 15 | Richmond v North Melbourne | Sun 21 Jun |
Rounds 16 to 24 eligible matches will be announced later in the season.
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Conclusion: Ticketek and Ticketmaster Are the Only Places to Buy AFL 2026 Tickets
AFL 2026 ticketing runs through Ticketek or Ticketmaster, and the split is fixed by venue, not by match or team. Perth fans at Optus Stadium have no general admission option and must buy a reserved seat through Ticketmaster.
Seven venues across the country offer free public transport with your ticket. Children under 5 enter free, Companion Cardholders get a free admission ticket at every ground, and eligible community groups can apply for up to 40 complimentary MCG tickets.
All tickets are digital. Get your platform right, check your on-sale date, and book before the high-demand games close out.
Frequently Asked Questions
Through Ticketek or Ticketmaster, depending on the venue. Go to afl.com.au, open the Match Center, and click Buy Tickets. The link goes straight to the correct platform.
No. Fremantle and West Coast Eagles home games require a reserved seat. Buy via Ticketmaster, subject to availability.
No. Collingwood and Essendon members should contact their club directly for ticket options.
Children aged 6 to 14 as of 1 January. Kids 5 and under enter free but cannot occupy a seat.
All tickets are digital via the Ticketek or Ticketmaster app or mobile wallet. Forwarded tickets must be accepted and downloaded before match day or entry will be refused.
Yes. Schools, junior football clubs, and registered community organizations can apply for up to 40 complimentary tickets to selected MCG matches at afl.com.au.
