ROUND 21

Essendon v Adelaide Crows 

4:40pm (AEST), Sunday, August 2nd, 2026  

Gates open from 3:15pm  

Marvel Stadium, Melbourne – Wurundjeri  

Thanks to MOVA 

KEY TIMINGS  

WHAT’S ON

Get to the game early on Sunday and head to Gate 5 from 3:15 - 4:00pm for your chance to meet some of the players, grab an autograph and snap a photo before the action begins. 

Fans can enjoy a range of complimentary giveaways at Marvel Stadium and activities throughout the day, including head-to-head cookies and fresh popcorn available from Gates 2 and 3 from gate opening until stocks run out. Whole fruit will also be distributed by roaming staff on Level 1, while face painting will be available at the Gate 6 Hub from gate opening until quarter time.  

Fans can look forward to a range of exciting activations and interactive experiences across the stadium, including the Heinz Hub and Chip Claw Machine at Gate 9, the Coca-Cola Immersive Experience at Gate 8, and a brand-new photobooth at Gate 5. Up on Level 2, you can challenge family and friends in Mega Guess Who at Stadium Square and enjoy the Stadium DJ, who will keep the atmosphere buzzing throughout the day and host a special kids' dance party at half-time on the super screen. Younger fans can also head to the Disney Kids Zone at Gate 7, where activity and colouring sheets will be available for children to enjoy. 

Plus, come and say hello to roaming mascots Skeeta & Sky Mascots – around the concourse for photo opportunities! 

There will be something for everyone to enjoy in the Bomber Fan Zone, so we recommend getting to the game nice and early to make the most of everything on offer. Check out the MOVA hub inside Gate 5, where there will be interactive games and plenty of giveaways to be won. There will also be facepainting thanks to MOVA. 

Dutton Dribble is on at quarter time, where one lucky fan attempts to dribble the ball through the goals for a jackpot of a $2000 EFTPOS voucher. 

Ring will allow fans to guess the bomber in our Ring Doorbell Dons challenge. Make sure you’re in your seats for your chance to win!  

The MOVA Move It Dance Cam will be on at half time, so be sure to bring your best moves! 

The Airwallex Sprint & Spend challenge will be on at three quarter time. One lucky Bombers fan will race against a Crows speedster to sprint to the Airwallex pay station, tap their Airwallex card, and sprint back. The winner gets a $500 Acceleration Grant for their business or professional development! 

Tickets are available on Ticketmaster for Essendon v Adelaide, and on gameday can be purchased outside Gates 1, 5, and 7 at the ticket windows.  

All members without reserved seats can upgrade to a seat through Ticketmaster and use the ticket in their Ticketmaster account to get into the ground. Members can upgrade using this link.  

Essendon reserved seat members have two ways to access the game on Sunday.  

Members' physical membership cards have a barcode that will allow members to scan entry at the turnstiles, however if members are yet to receive their card, or prefer the convenience of using a mobile device, they can log in to the official Essendon app using their membership details to access the mobile membership.  

More information on how to use your mobile membership can be found here.      

Need assistance? Our friendly membership team will be available from 2:45pm at the Membership Hub at Gate 5.  

If you’re not a member, it’s not too late to sign up for 2026. Simply signup/renew online and then login to the Essendon FC app to access your ticket. Further information on member benefits can be found here.  

MEMBER ROOMS   

All members can come and join us in the Victory Room and take part in our member raffle for the chance to win a team signed guernsey or Bomber Shop voucher!  

High Mark members can access the Quill and Rogers room to take part in our first goal competition, for the chance to win a Bomber Shop voucher.  

Gold Bay members can access the Rogers room to take part in our first goal competition, for the chance to win a Bomber Shop voucher.  

MERCHANDISE 

Essendon fans can grab all the latest merchandise from the Bomber Shop located inside the ground at Gate 7, and at the Superstore between Gates 4 and 5.  

Show your physical or mobile membership card to get 10% off at all EFC merchandise outlets. Please note that you cannot use your membership voucher on gameday and it is only valid at the Bomber Shop at the NEC Hangar or online here.   

Limited parking is available on Sunday at Marvel Stadium with entry from 7:00am. It is encouraged to book your parking as early as possible to ensure entry. To pre-book, use this link.  

Accessibility parking at Marvel Stadium, can be booked via Ubi Park.  

Train Disruptions  

Buses will replace trains on the Belgrave Line between Belgrave and Bayswater stations from 8:30pm on Monday 27 July until the last service on Monday 3 August.  

Coaches will replace evening train services between Southern Cross and Waurn Ponds stations from Sunday 2 August to Tuesday 4 August. 

Road Disruptions  

The freeway between O’Shea Road and Princes Highway will be closed in both directions from 8:00pm to 5:00am each night, Wednesday 29 July to Friday 31 July.

If you are unable to attend the match, you don’t have to miss the game. Tune in on Fox Footy and Kayo from 4:30pm (AEST) to watch the Bombers take on the Crows (based on Melbourne/VIC region). For more information on AFL broadcast or to check the time in your state, click here.