MATCH DETAILS
MELBOURNE V HAWTHORN
Date: Sunday 20 August
Time: 3:20pm (AEST)
Location: MCG | Wurundjeri
BCNA ROUND
As part of a long-standing partnership between the club and BCNA, the match looks to celebrate the work of the organisation, raising awareness and providing support and services for those diagnosed with breast cancer.
This game will also mark the return of BCNA’s Field of Women. Last occurring in 2018, the Field of Women brings the statistics of breast cancer to life, with thousands of people standing together in the centre of the MCG to form the silhouette of BCNA’s Pink Lady.
Players across both Melbourne teams will run out on Saturday and Sunday in pink socks to show their support for the organisation and their important work.
For further information on the club’s partnership with BCNA and to show your support, click here.
TICKETING
Fans are encouraged to get down to Melbourne’s spiritual home of the MCG from 1pm, when gates open, before the first bounce at 3:20pm. Tickets to the game can be found here.
Field of Women Information
- AFL & Club Members purchase Field of Women (non-entry) member upgrade tickets, available via venue collect only.
- Member upgrade Field of Women tickets are non-barcoded and cannot be used for venue entry.
- Members must redeem a reserved seat for the AFL match using their membership entitlements or scan their membership card for general admission access on the day.
- Members collect their Field of Women upgrade ticket from the Ticketek Box Office at 3B from 10:30am.
- Gift packs & ponchos are also available at 3B and will be distributed to members when they collect their tickets.
- Field of Women gates open from 12:00pm (Gates 3 & 4 closed for Field of Women entry).
- Members enter the venue via their usual AFL entry gates:
- AFL Members – Gates 6 & 7
- Club Members – Gates 1 & 5
For more information, see the below.
Field of Women info sheet: https://www.bcna.org.au/media/9203/bcna_fow_eventmap_fy232.jpg.
Field of Women event map: https://www.bcna.org.au/media/9202/bcna_fow_eventmap_fy23.jpg
General Admission Seating
Please note, general admission seating areas are subject to change.
Shane Warne Stand
M5-M6
M7 (rows A-O)
M12 (rows A-U - no alcohol)
Q1-Q15 1/2
Ponsford Stand
M28 (rows A-Z)
M29-M32
M33 (rows T-NN)
M34-M36
Level 4 closed
Olympic Stand
Q49-Q53 (rows K-MM)
Q54-Q57
AFL Reserve
Not available
Memberships
Join the legion and show your Demon Spirit in 2023. Sign on as a Melbourne member today and enjoy the footy action live at the MCG.
For those unable to attend, the game will be available to watch live via Fox Footy and Kayo Sports. Dees supporters can currently access a Kayo x Melbourne membership deal here, with a 12-month subscription part of the package.
The Lounge
The Lounge offers the very best in match day hospitality with a casual atmosphere. Enjoy a selection of blockbuster home games at the MCG in a casual stand-up function with complimentary cocktail food, beer, wine, and soft drinks, where you can watch the game from inside or from the comfort of your premium reserved seats just outside the room.
Your experience includes:
Ground-facing function room
Premium Level 1 or Level 2 reserved seating
Wandering cocktail food (one hour pre-game and half time)
Beer, wine, and soft drinks
Live Entertainment & Guest Speakers
Tickets to the Lounge can be purchased here.
MATCH DAY INFORMATION
Public Transport
There are two train stations close to the MCG, Jolimont and Richmond.
To get to Jolimont station, take the Hurstbridge or Epping lines from any railway station in the central business district.
To get to Richmond station from the city, take any train on the Lilydale, Belgrave, Alamein, Glen Waverley, Dandenong, Pakenham, Cranbourne, Frankston or Sandringham lines.
Multiple tram routes also stop close to the stadium, including the 70 (via Melbourne Park light rail), the 48 and 75 (both Wellington Parade).
Arrive early
We are encouraging fans to arrive early to the MCG to ensure supporters are inside in time for the match start.
The entry process includes security bag checks, scanning of ticket and finding your spot to enjoy the game live.
We encourage supporters to download their ticket prior to their arrival at the MCG.
Gates open
1:00pm: MCC Members Reserve
1:30pm: AFL Reserve and Public Gates
Stadium Facilities
Find out more on the below stadium facilities:
- Food outlets
- Bars and cafes
- Accessible facilities
A stadium directory is available here.
AROUND THE GROUNDS
Haymes Paint Kick for Cash Returns
Haymes Paint's Kick for Cash is back in 2023, with more ways to WIN. Yourself and a teammate can enter for a chance to kick for cash on the hallowed turf of the MCG.
Minor prizes include a $200 Haymes Paint voucher and $200 cash, with the major prize being $10,000 awarded to your nominated local footy club.
Got what it takes? Tell us in 25 words or less how your local club could benefit from $10,000 and you could get the chance to kick for cash. >>Enter here<<
New Balance's Demon Dash
The Demon Dash returns to the ‘G at three-quarter time of every home game in 2023, thanks to New Balance.
Register now for your chance to run against a Demon PLUS win a $300 New Balance voucher and a pair of FuelCell Propel v4 just for participating.
>>Details and registration found here<<
The Demon Shop
The shop will be open on the day of the game, up until one hour after the final siren. The Demon Shop is located on Brunton Avenue, underneath light tower 4.
More location info can be found here.
Broadcast and streaming
The game will be broadcast nationally via the Seven Network, Fox Footy and Kayo Sports from 3:00pm (AEST).
Radio
Tune in on the below stations:
- Triple M
- 3AW
- SEN
- ABC 774
- AFL Nation
Check the AFL Broadcast Guide for interstate and regional radio timings.
Match Centre
Get live scores, stats and highlights via the Demons Match Centre. Available on the website and mobile app.
Social Media
Follow us across social media for a behind-the-scenes insight on game day as well as live match updates as they happen.
Use the hashtags #AFLDeesHawks and #DemonSpirit to join the conversation.
Facebook: facebook.com/MelbourneFC
Twitter: @MelbourneFC
Instagram: @melbournefc
TikTok: @melbournefc
SUPPORT OUR VFL
Show your support by getting down to Casey Fields to watch our VFL team. These matches are live streamed here.
CASEY DEMONS V BRISBANE
Date: Sunday 20 August
Time: 12:05pm (AEST)
Location: Casey Fields, VIC
