A general view before a Gather Round media op at Norwood Oval on April 4, 2024. Picture: AFL Photos
The AFL is pleased to announce that 2026 Gather Round tickets will go on sale on Wednesday, December 3, with Club and AFL members having a 24-hour priority window to access tickets for matches featuring their club.
Prior to the General Public on-sale, Club and AFL members will also get an additional three-hour priority window on Thursday morning, December 4, to purchase tickets to any Gather Round match, an extra benefit for members in 2026.
Club and AFL member tickets start at just $20, with entry level junior / kids’ member tickets once again free.
One dollar from every member ticket sold will be donated to the Women’s and Children’s Hospital Foundation, the official Gather Round charity partner.
General public tickets go on sale on Thursday afternoon, with tickets starting at $40 for adults, $18 for juniors, with a family ticket available for $80 (2 adults and 2 kids, equivalent to juniors / kids go free).
With near sell-outs across all previous Gather Round matches, the 2026 ticketing structure and on-sale window is designed to reward club and AFL members and keep all matches at all venues affordable and accessible.
Tickets to the highly popular ‘The Pepsi Collective’ match day event will return in 2026, offering a premium viewing experience including music acts and private room and bar access with prices starting at $99.
All matches in 2026 Gather Round will be standalone events, with no double header fixtures scheduled.
AFL CEO Andrew Dillon said Gather Round was set to be as popular as ever.
“Gather Round continues to generate unprecedented excitement, cementing its status as the hottest ticket in town,” said Mr Dillon.
“We have ensured to continue to prioritise club and AFL members along with families to ensure Gather Round remains accessible and affordable.
“We have nine incredible matches scheduled across the three venues and I would encourage all fans to get in early and purchase their tickets – it is set to be another cracking weekend of footy in South Australia.”
Quotes attributable to South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas:
“Outside of the Grand Final, Gather Round is the most exhilarating weekend on the AFL calendar and these will be the hottest tickets in town.
“There is no other round of football that provides such a positive, cohesive, family friendly experience.
“It’s also incredible value. A family of four can enjoy a match at Adelaide Oval, Norwood or the Barossa for just $80.
“We look forward to welcoming fans from around the country.”
Fans will once again be able to purchase a four-match multi match passes at Adelaide Oval while all fans will benefit from family tickets allowing kids to go free across all price categories.
Access members will only be able to get tickets to matches featuring their club of support during the first member priority on sale window on Wednesday 3 December Only one ticket per barcode can be purchased, no additional tickets.
Between 10am and 1pm (ACDT) on Thursday 4 December, members will have a second priority on-sale window to access tickets to any Gather Round match, before tickets are made available to the general public from 3pm (ACDT).
As the Official Airline Partner of the AFL and Gather Round, Virgin Australia is focused on offering value and choice for footy fans travelling to the event.
To book your flight to 2026 Gather Round, visit www.virginaustralia.com
Official Accommodation Partner ALL Accor offers fans access to a variety of options to suit all tastes and budgets with more than 10 hotels and apartments across Adelaide. Travelling fans can choose from brands like Sofitel, Pullman, Peppers, Ibis and more. Visit ALL.com to book, plus unlock a special member rate by joining Accor’s loyalty program, ALL, for free.
ON-SALE SCHEDULE:
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Club and AFL Access Members (First Priority Window)
10:00am (ACDT)/ 10:30am (AEDT)
AFL & Club Members can buy tickets to the Gather Round match featuring their club of support only. One ticket per barcode, no additional tickets.
Thursday, December 4, 2025
Club and AFL Access Members (Second Priority Window)
10:00am (ACDT)/ 10:30am (AEDT) to 1pm (ACDT)/1:30pm (AEDT).
AFL & Club Members can buy tickets to any Gather Round match.
Thursday, December 4, 2025
General Public – 3.00pm (ACDT)/3.30pm (AEDT)
