MELBOURNE fans – lace up and show your support.
The Zurich Walk to the ‘G is back on Monday June 9, bringing footy, fun and community spirit to Federation Square ahead of the King’s Birthday clash.
Running from 10:00am to 12:15pm, the event will feature live entertainment, player Q&As, family-friendly activations and the return of the much-loved walk to the MCG in support of FightMND.
Event Timings – Monday June 9
Location: Federation Square
- 10:00am - Event begins, activations open
- 10:30am–11:15am - Robbo performs live on guitar
- 11:15am - Robbo’s Welcome
- 11:25am - Brad Green - President's Welcome
- 11:35am - Past Players Q&A
- 11:45am - Current Melbourne Players Q&A
- 11:55am - FightMND Guest Speaker
- 12:00pm - Bec Daniher
- 12:15pm - Walk to the ‘G begins
What’s On - Event Activations
Bring your Demon Spirit and enjoy a stacked lineup of activations at Fed Square:
- Zurich – Grab your free Zurich Melbourne Football Club flag to show your Demon Spirit
- FightMND – Play your part and purchase your FightMND Big Freeze 11 beanie before the walk to the ‘G starts.
- Beyond Bank – Spin the wheel for your chance to win
- Harvest Snaps – Enjoy free snack samples
- Hertz – Enjoy free temporary tattoos
- Love The Game – Make your own badge and collect a poster
- Demon Army – BBQ with all proceeds going to FightMND
- Face Painting – Show your Demon Spirit and enjoy free face painting before the walk to the ‘G starts.
- Inflatables – Kids can enjoy the climb + slide inflatable
Important Match Info
Please note: This is a fully ticketed match - there is no general admission on the day.
To guarantee your seat at the King’s Birthday clash, upgrade your seat below.
🎟️ Secure your seat:
👉 membership.melbournefc.com.au/membership/home-run
Getting to the 'G
Driving
When operational, public parking in Yarra Park at the MCG is available for $15, payable by EFTPOS only.
Please refer to the car park opening schedule for the most up to date information and times the car park is operating.
When Yarra Park is not in operation, there are alternative parking options, including Melbourne Park Eastern Plaza Car Park, Wilson Parking, and Federation Square, as well as metered parking available around Fitzroy Gardens, the Botanical Gardens and along the Yarra River. To see more information about your parking options, click here.
Public transport
Train
Jolimont Station: take the Hurstbridge or Epping lines to reach Jolimont Station
Richmond Station: 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.
Tram
No. 75 and 48 trams: The No. 75 (City to Vermont South) travels along Flinders St and connects with the eastern suburbs via Wellington Parade. The No. 48 (Docklands/City to North Balwyn) travels along Collins Street and connects with the eastern suburbs via Wellington Parade.
No. 70 tram: The No. 70 (Docklands/City - Wattle Park) travels along Flinders Street then detours via Melbourne Park. The tram stop is a short walk across the footbridge to the MCG.
Bus
The Bus route 246 is run by National Bus Company, which links La Trobe University with Elsternwick Station in a useful service for patrons from the northern and southern suburbs. The 246 stops along Punt Road.
