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Melbourne will host Geelong at the MCG for the first time since 2021 in the Preliminary Final.

Gate open times
Public: 6:00pm (AEST)
AFL Reserve: 6:00pm (AEST)
MCC Reserve: 5:15pm (AEST)
For more information including a venue map, visit here.

Your gate entry will correspond on your ticket. Please approach one of the friendly staff if you require assistance finding your way.

There are two train stations close to the MCG, Jolimont and Richmond.

To get to Jolimont station, take the Hurstbridge or Epping lines from any railway station in the central business district. 

To get to Richmond station from the city, take any train on the Lilydale, Belgrave, Alamein, Glen Waverley, Dandenong, Pakenham, Cranbourne, Frankston or Sandringham lines. 

Multiple tram routes also stop close to the stadium, including the 70, (via Melbourne Park light rail), the 48, 75 (both Wellington Parade).

Yarra Park public parking will be available for this match.

General public parking operates on a first-in, best-dressed basis and is subject to capacity.
Parking costs $10, payable via EFTPOS only upon arrival.
Gate 3 will be open from 3:30pm (AEST) and Gate 5 will be open from 4:00pm (AEST). Accessible permit holders can enter via Gate 7 from 1:30pm (AEST).
Find more information here.

Please find below some alternative parking options:

Wilson Parking
11 Exhibition Street
172 Flinders Street
Federation Square

First Parking
Collins Place

Federation Square
202 Flinders Lane

CBD
34-60 Little Collins Street
114 Flinders Street

Melbourne & Olympic Parks
Eastern Plaza Car Park

On-Street Parking
Metered parking is available around Fitzroy Gardens, the Botanical Gardens and along the Yarra River.

The game will be broadcast nationally via Channel 7 from 7:00pm (AEST) and Fox Footy and Kayo Sports from 7:30pm (AEST).

TBC 

Check the AFL Broadcast Guide for interstate and regional radio timings.

Get lives scores, stats and highlights via the Match Centre. Available on the website and mobile app.

Follow us across social media for a behind-the-scenes insight on game day as well as live match updates as they happen.

Use the hashtags #AFLDeesCats and #DemonSpirit to join the conversation.

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Twitter: @MelbourneFC
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Between gates 2 & 3, collect your Dees poster and say hi to our mascots, Checker & Daisy.

Quarter Time:
YoPro Fuel & Go

Half Time:
IG Over or Under

Three Quarter Time:
New Balance Demon Dash 

Held in the MCG's stunning Olympic Room, experience the Melbourne Football Club's marquee match day event in the President's Club, presented by Akambo Financial Group.

Buy tickets here.

Located within the Australian Sports Museum* on Level 1 (inside Gate 3, behind bay M51) there is a space for patrons of all ages who have sensory sensitivities, processing differences, or other hidden disabilities.

Find out more about this space here.

For those visiting the MCG, you can report anti-social behaviour anonymously via text message to the dedicated security number +61 409 117 621 or on the MCG app in the Fan Assist section.

Here you'll find information about the MCG's range of quality food and drinks available to fans. There are plenty of great options available for everyone! 

The MCG is a family-friendly venue, offering a range of facilities for parents and their children. Learn more here.

Yarra Park public parking is TBC.
 
Please find some alternative parking options in the parking section above.