*Parking alert: Access is restricted to accredited passholders and accessible permit holders only. No general public parking is available for this match.
The Melbourne Cricket Club is excited to welcome you back to the Members’ Reserve for the 2023 AFL Premiership Season.
For all of the information you need to know about visiting the Reserve this AFL season,
click here.
View the 2023 AFL Premiership Season fixture at the MCG
here.
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.
If you have reserved a seat, download your seat ticket prior to your arrival. To gain entry into the match, scan your physical or digital membership card at the turnstiles.
Match category
This match is a Category 3 match. Unreserved seating is available. To view the Members’ Reserve seating map
click here.
*Unreserved seating areas are subject to change.
Level 1
- M37-M40
- M41 (rows A-Z)
- M42-M43
- M44 (rows A-LL)
- M45 - no alcohol
- M46 (rows A-Z) (no alcohol)
- M47-M48 (rows J-Z)
Level 2
- N43-N44
- N45 (rows A-M)
- N46 (rows A-K)
- N47
- N48 - no alcohol
Level 3
Level 4
- Q37-Q42
- Q43-Q45 (rows A-MM. Q43-Q44 rows A-F no alcohol)
- Q46-Q47
- Q48 (rows N-MM)
Overseas members
Members who have been placed on the Overseas membership list do not automatically have entry rights during the AFL season. Entry to the Club’s facilities will be granted on a return visit as long as it does not exceed six weeks on submission of an itinerary showing the member’s arrival to and departure from Australia. For more information please visit
mcc.org.au/overseas.
Tickets
Reserved seat and visitor tickets for this match will go on sale to members from 10.00am AEST on Tuesday May 23 via
Ticketek.
Members' Dining
The registration period for the Members' Dining Room, Lucy Liu Lounge and Jim Stynes Grill for this event will open at 9.00am AEST on Monday May 29 and close at 5.00pm on the following day.
Long Room & Balcony Passes
The registration period for Long Room and Balcony Passes for this event will open at 9.00am AEST on Monday May 29 and close at 5.00pm on the following Tuesday or until all passes are exhausted.
Walk up passes can be collected (on a first come, first serve basis) from the last two Membership Services windows to the far left outside of Gate 2 on match day.
Additional dining options
MCC members and their guests can access a range of additional dining facilities in the MCC Members’ Reserve on match days at the MCG with no booking required.
Locations include:
- Long Room - match category conditions and dress standards apply
- Trumble Bar & Cafe
- Tower 6
Parking
General public parking is unavailable for this match. Parking is available to accessible and accredited permit holders only.
Click here for parking information as well as alternative parking options close to the MCG, and continue to check regularly for updates.
Parking for disability permit holders can be pre-booked via Ticketek
here.
Precinct Road Closures
The following roads around the MCG precinct will be closed pre and post match:
- Brunton Avenue: between 12.15pm and 1.45pm, and 4.15pm and 5.15pm.
Train and Road Disruptions
Metro Trains
Buses replace trains on sections of the following Metro Train lines this weekend:
- Belgrave
- Lilydale
- Pakenham
- Frankston
- Stony Point
- Sandringham
Passengers on these lines should:
- allow extra time when travelling to and from the MCG.
- be aware after games there may be increased congestion and delays getting onto the platforms at Richmond and Jolimont stations.
- to catch a return bus post-match, return to where they got off the bus prior.
For further information and to plan your journey at
ptv.vic.gov.au
V/Line
Buses replace trains on sections of the
Gippsland train lines this weekend.
Passengers on these lines should:
- allow extra time when travelling to and from the MCG.
- be aware after games there may be increased congestion and delays getting onto the platforms at Richmond and Jolimont stations.
- to catch a return bus post-match, return to where they got off the bus prior.
For further information and to plan your journey at
ptv.vic.gov.au
Road
Footscray Road will be closed citybound
The 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
For this match, The 'G Train will run from 11.00am to 5.30pm.
Find out more
Industry Beans competition
Industry Beans are offering footy fans the chance to win an Espresso Club membership every week during Rounds 12-17, which includes a De'Longhi Espresso Machine and a year's supply of coffee beans.
To enter, simply buy a coffee at an AFL match at the MCG and scan the QR code.
Terms and Conditions
MCC Library Fact Sheet
Click here to read the MCC Library Fact Sheet for this match.
Flashing Lights Warning
Please note, flashing lights will be used throughout this match at the MCG.
Zero delay commentary
The SEN Stadium App provides a zero delay commentary on the Hearing Loop at the MCG. Download
here.
