Join us at the Hangar this Friday! 

UNOFFICIAL PRACTICE MATCH 

Essendon v Richmond  

10:30am (AEST), Friday 20th of February 2026 

NEC Hangar 

REGISTER YOUR ATTENDANCE 

You do not need a ticket to attend this match, but if you plan on attending, please register your details here, to ensure we can facilitate numbers. 

WHAT’S ON  

The Jack Jones Café and the Bomber Shop will be open for all supporters throughout the day, giving you the chance to grab a coffee, enjoy a bite to eat, or pick up the latest Bombers merchandise. 

An ice cream van, and food truck will also be on-site at the Hangar, offering extra treats and meal options for fans of all ages. 

NEC HANGAR EXPERIENCE 

There will be no onsite parking available, and street parking will be limited. We advise you to plan ahead and consider reducing the number of vehicles in your group. 

There is minimal seating around the oval, so you are welcome to bring your own camp chair or picnic blanket to sit on the hill.  

MEMBERSHIP 

Our friendly membership team will be on hand to assist you on Friday. If you still need to renew your membership or have any questions, our staff will be available from 9:00am. 

MERCHANDISE  

If you haven’t already, make sure to stop by the Bomber Shop this Friday to redeem your $30 membership coupon. You can access your voucher via the link provided, or through the email you would have received at the start of February.  

Don’t miss the chance to explore our latest Lifestyle Range, a fresh collection, here at the Bomber Shop.  

BROADCAST  

If you can’t make it to the game, the match sim will be accessible via Kayo from 10:30am.