2027 AFL Round 1 - Richmond v Carlton

Access & Tickets

Ticketing information and member arrangements for the 2027 AFL Premiership Season will be shared with MCC members in due course.

Ticket Type

On-Sale Date

MCC members and visitors

To be announced

Gates

Gate opening time for this match will be shared here once available.

Members' Reserve

Gate 2

TBC

Enter the Members’ Reserve via Gate 2.

Members are required to scan their physical or digital membership card at the turnstiles.

Get directions to Gate 2

Unreserved Seating

Unreserved seating areas will be listed here 24 hours prior to the match.

Prepare

Members' Reserve Dress Standards

MCC dress standards are enforced at all events in the Members’ Reserve. For ease of entry, members should ensure that their attire, and that of their guests, is neat and appropriate to the various areas being visited within the Members’ Reserve.

When visiting the Long Room, Members’ Dining Room, Committee Room or John Landy Room on match day, a higher standard of dress is required.

Explore Dress and Clothing Standards

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.

Plan your journey to the 'G

There are many ways to get to the 'G! Plan your journey ahead of time to ensure you're inside the Ground for the start of the match.

Plan your trip and check for public transport disruptions and extra services on the PTV app or at Transport Victoria.

Find information on public transport, pedestrian access, taxi ranks and more on the MCG website.

Discover ways to get to the 'G

At the 'G

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Enter via Gate 2

MCC members enter via Gate 2. Members are required to scan their membership card at the turnstiles for entry.

Those with a visitor ticket will be required to scan the barcode on their ticket.

Antisocial behaviour

At the MCG, your safety is our priority. If you experience any form of antisocial behaviour, please report it by texting the MCG's antisocial text hotline on +61 409 117 621.

Dietary options

The MCG endeavours to cater for a range of dietary options on event days. Find a list and locations of vegetarian, vegan, low gluten, pescatarian and halal options at Dietary Information.

Dietary Options

The MCG is a cashless venue

All food, beverage, merchandise and ticketing outlets are cashless. All transactions will need to be made on your debit or credit card.

The MCG is a smoke and vape-free venue

The MCG is a smoke, e-cigarette and vape free venue. Patrons found smoking or vaping inside the Ground will face immediate eviction and could face further disciplinary action by the Club.

Australian Sports Museum

The Australian Sports Museum is open for those attending the match from gate opening (listed above) until 15 minutes before match start.

Tickets for the Australian Sports Museum are half price and can be purchased on the day inside Gate 3 at the MCG. The Museum showcases the best of Australian sports including AFL, cricket and the Olympics.

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MCC Library and MCC Museum

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.

Find out more about the MCC Library

Multi-Faith Prayer Room

The MCG Multi-Faith Prayer Room is open to all patrons. It is located on Level B1 of the Shane Warne Stand (approximately behind Section M13).

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Accessibility

Accessible facilities in the Members' Reserve

The Melbourne Cricket Club is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive experience for everyone when they visit the MCG.

For details about accessible seating, parking, bathrooms and companion cards, visit Accessible and Family Facilities.

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
Yarra Park Car Park

You can view all G-Train pick up points on the MCG stadium map.

The G-Train operates from Yarra Park gate opening time and runs continuously throughout the match.

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Sensory Friendly Space

A Sensory Friendly Space is located within the Australian Sports Museum on Level 1 of the Olympic Stand (behind M51, inside Gate 3). This is a space for patrons of all ages who have sensory sensitivities, processing differences, or other hidden disabilities.

There are two rooms within the space offering patrons the ability to choose between quietly watching the event in a tiered theatre or using personal sensory strategies and fidgets to relax in a multi-purpose room.

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Zero delay commentary

The SEN Stadium App provides a zero delay commentary on the Hearing Loop at the MCG.

Download the App

Hearing loops

The MCG has many hearing loops fitted throughout the stadium to relay PA announcements.

Find out more

Round 1 Richmond v Carlton

Access & Tickets

Gates

Unreserved Seating

Prepare

At the 'G

Accessibility