*Parking alert: No general public parking is available for this match. Parking is available for accessibility and accredited passholders only.
The Melbourne Cricket Club is excited to welcome you into the Members’ Reserve for the 2024 AFL Grand Final between the Sydney Swans and the Brisbane Lions.
For all of the information you need to know about visiting the Reserve for the AFL Grand Final,
click here.
2024 AFL GRAND FINAL RESTRICTED MEMBER ACCESS
The limited allocation of Restricted member tickets made available at 10.30am has now been exhausted. Currently, the only access into the MCC Members' Reserve now is eligible Full members and Annual Guest Card holders. Restricted members are encouraged to keep an eye on
www.mcc.org.au/grandfinalaccess for updates.
This information is correct as of 10.50am AEST Saturday September 28.
UNRESERVED SEATING UPDATE | Grand Final – Sydney v Brisbane
All unreserved seating in the Members’ Reserve has now been filled. Only standing room remains for unreserved access.
MEMBER ACCESS
Only Full members and Annual Guest Card holders have access entitlements to the 2024 AFL Grand Final, subject to Members’ Reserve capacity, adhering to arrangements and being financial for the 2024/25 membership season. There will be no visitor tickets available for the 2024 AFL Grand Final.
For more information on attending the 2024 AFL Grand Final, Reserved Seat Ballot results or returning your seat, visit
mcc.org.au/grandfinalballot and read the AFL Grand Final Arrangements and Reserved Seat Registration Guide
here.
Key Timings
8.00am - Gates open for the MCC Members' Reserve (unreserved seating and standing room)
9.00am - Gates open for the MCC Members' Reserve (reserved seating)
9.30am - Gates open for the public and AFL Reserve
9.35am - Marsh AFL Futures Boys Match
1.26pm - Toyota Grand Final motorcade
1.33pm - Mike Brady performance
1.40pm - Telstra Pre-Game Entertainment: Katy Perry
2.13pm - Teams enter
2.25pm - Welcome to Country and National Anthem
2.30pm - Match commences
MCC LIBRARY FACT SHEETS
Click here to download the MCC Library Fact Sheet for the 2024 AFL Grand Final between Sydney and Brisbane.
Click here to download the MCC Library Grand Final Supplement.
Click here to download the MCC Library Record.
Page Contents
Unreserved seats and standing room
Approximately 6,000 seats and 1,000 standing spaces will be made available for unreserved access on AFL Grand Final Day on a first-in, first-served basis.
The following areas are available for unreserved seating, subject to change and availability.
Level 1
- M37
- M38-M39 (rows A-Z)
- M38-M39 (rows AA-NN - no alcohol)
- M40
Level 2
- N43-N44
- N45 (rows A-L)
- N47
- N48 (no alcohol)
Level 3
Level 4
- Q37-Q46 (rows HH-MM)
- Q47-Q48 (rows HH-MM - no alcohol)
Please note, Annual Guest Card holders can only access unreserved seating on Levels 1 and 4 at the AFL Grand Final.
Queuing
Members and Annual Guest Card holders may queue for unreserved seating for entry into the Members’ Reserve at Gate 2. Aside from comfort breaks, members must remain in the queue and not leave personal items in their place. Any chairs, bags, rugs or other items left unattended for long periods will be removed from the queue.
One person in the queue represents one spot. Latecomers are not able to join family or friends already in the queue. Club and security staff will be assigned to continually monitor the queue. Members and Annual Guest Card holders who fail to adhere to these rules may face disciplinary action under the Club’s Code of Conduct.
Only Full members and Annual Guest Card holders planning on attending the AFL Grand Final are permitted to be in the queue area. Please note: Members' Reserve dress standards apply to access the Reserve at gate opening.
Queuing members will be able to access tea and coffee, as well as bathroom facilities at Trumble Bar and Café between 9.00pm AEST on Friday September 27 and 7.00am AEST on Saturday September 28.
In the interest of safety for all, members are asked to enter the Reserve in a responsible and respectful manner. Running is not permitted when moving your way through the queue or into the Reserve’s seating area.
Children aged 2 years and under as of the day of the match are eligible to attend free of charge provided they are accompanied by an adult, and do not occupy a seat.
Gate 2B – Entry for Members with Access Needs and 50 Year Members
Members seeking unreserved accessibility seating and Members with reserved accessibility seating will be able to enter the Member’s Reserve via Gate 2b. Each Member with a reserved accessibility seat can only be accompanied by one person. This accompanying person must be a Full member, hold an annual guest card or have redeemed a companion’s ticket upon showing proof of a valid Companion Card.
Please note only 50-Year members can access the seating in the 50-Year member seating bay (not other Full members or Annual Guest Card holders), with approximately 40 per cent of the bay available for unreserved seating
Match day
A map of unreserved areas can be found
here and below. Once you have selected your unreserved seat on Levels 1, 2 or 3, an MCC staff member will issue you with a reserved seat ticket for the match. Tickets on Level 4 will be distributed at the stairwell leading into each bay. Please see a Club staff member at the stairwell to your desired section prior to accessing the seats.
Once you occupy a seat, please remain there until you receive a ticket from an MCC staff member. Staff will begin issuing tickets within 15-20 minutes of gates opening.
Once you have your reserved seat ticket, you will be able to leave the MCG by scanning out via Gates 1 or 2. Seat saving is not permitted and tickets will only be issued to members or Annual Guest Card holders present.
View the Members' Reserve seating map for the AFL Grand Final below.
The registration period for the Members' Dining Room, Jim Stynes Grill and Missymu by Shirley for the AFL Grand Final is now closed.
Members should note that in the Members' Reserve, seats will NOT be issued to successful dining applicants. Further details on dining, including cancellation policy, access for children and more, visit
mcc.org.au/dining.
CASUAL DINING
In addition to pre-booked dining and the multiple takeaway food outlets throughout the Reserve, hot food will also be available in the following outlets throughout the day:
Trumble Bar & Cafe: Breakfast will be available between 8.00am and 10.00am. The Cafe will then close for 30 minutes before re-opening for lunch between 10.30am and 2.30pm.
Long Room: The Long Room will serve breakfast rolls between 8.00am and 9.30am. Lunch service will begin from 10.30am until 2.30pm. Additional dress standards apply.
Stumps Tavern: Featuring a range of bar snack favourites from 10.00am.
Tower 6: Serving fan-favourite woodfire pizzas from 10.30am.
LONG ROOM AND BALCONY PASSES
No Long Room or Balcony passes are available for this match.
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.
Find your best way to get to the MCG with our journey planner and transport option tools. For information on public transport, pedestrian access, taxi ranks and more,
click here.
PARKING IN YARRA PARK
No general public parking is available for this match.
Parking is available for accessibility and accredited passholders only.
Parking for disability permit holders can be pre-booked via Ticketek
here.
PRECINCT ROAD CLOSURES
- Brunton Avenue will be closed between 6.00am-10.30pm.
- Jolimont Street & Terrace will be closed between 5.00am-8.00pm.
- Wellington Parade will be closed between 5.00pm-8.00pm.
- Vale Street will be closed between 5.00am-8.00pm.
- The MCG is a cashless venue. All food, beverage, merchandise and ticketing outlets will be cashless – so all transactions will need to be made on your debit or credit card.
- The MCG is a smoke, e-cigarette and vape free venue. Patrons found smoking or vaping inside the Ground will face immediate eviction.
- At the MCG, your safety is our priority. If you experience any form of antisocial behaviour, please report it by texting 'Assist' to the MCG's antisocial text hotline on +61 409 117 621.
ENJOY THE FOOTY FESTIVAL
The parklands surrounding the MCG will turn into a hub for all footy lovers – with giveaways, entertainment, player appearances, food trucks and activities for people young and old in the days leading up to the big game.
Running from Wednesday September 25 until Saturday September 28, get to the surrounds of the MCG and soak up the AFL Grand Final Week buzz.
Click here for more information.
FLASHING LIGHT AND PYROTECHNICS WARNING
Please note, flashing lights and pyrotechnics will be used throughout this match at the MCG.
MCC MUSEUM AND MCC LIBRARY
The MCC Library and MCC Museum are open to members and their guests on match days at the MCG.
The MCC Library is located on Level 3 of the Members’ Reserve, whilst the MCC Museum, is located on Level B1.
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
Operating times
Pre-match: 7.00am - 3.00pm
Post-match: 5.15pm - 6.00pm
Find out more
ZERO DELAY COMMENTARY
The SEN Stadium App provides a zero delay commentary on the Hearing Loop at the MCG. Download
here.
SENSORY FRIENDLY SPACE
Two sensory spaces will be available during the 2024 Grand Final. These spaces are for patrons of all ages who have sensory sensitivities, processing differences, or other hidden disabilities.
Quiet Zone, operated by AFL Footy Festival
Location: Yarra Park Paddock 12, next to the First Aid tent
Opening Hours: Wednesday/Thursday 10.00am - 5.00pm and Friday/Saturday 9.00am - 5.00pm
Sensory Friendly Space, operated by the MCG
Location: Australian Sports Museum, inside Gate 3 on Level 1 of the Olympic Stand (behind M51)
Opening Hours: Saturday September 28 11.30am - 6.00pm
Please note, this room is open to AFL Grand Final ticketholders only.
Find out more about the Sensory Friendly Space here
HEARING LOOPS
The MCG has many hearing loops fitted throughout the stadium to relay PA announcements.
Find out more
ACCESSIBLE FACILITIES
For details about accessible seating, parking, bathrooms and companion cards
click here
