MELBOURNE will kick off its 2025 NAB AFLW season under the lights at Mission Whitten Oval this Saturday night, taking on the Western Bulldogs in a marquee Round 1 clash.
The occasion will be more than just the first official hit-out for our AFLW side - it’s also the Bulldogs’ Pioneers Party, celebrating 10 seasons of AFLW and the trailblazers who helped shape the women’s game from the 1940s to now.
Key Details
- Date: Saturday 16 August
- Venue: Mission Whitten Oval
- Gates Open: 6:15pm
- Pre-Game Show: From 7:00pm - arrive early to catch it all
- First Bounce: 7:35pm
Before the first bounce, fans will be treated to a high-energy pre-game show featuring live performances from Tigerlily and Nat Sax, and a celebration of the game’s pioneers alongside the next generation of junior girls’ footy players.
It’s the perfect way to start the season - big stage, big energy, and our Dees looking to make a statement from the very first bounce.
Be there to back the red and blue.
Secure your tickets now via Ticketmaster.
