The Sydney Swans are set to travel to Adelaide in April to take on Richmond in a Round 5 blockbuster match. But this is no ordinary game and will be just one of nine thrilling matchups in the AFL’s inaugural Gather Round.
From April 13 – 16 a festival of footy will descend into the southern state with all nine games played across four days at Adelaide and Norwood Oval.
What’s On
Thursday, April 13
Be sure to arrive in Adelaide on April 13 to see your favourite Swans players in action at an open training session. The squad will hold a Captains Run at St Peters College from 2:30pm. At 3:00pm the team will be available for signings and photographs.
Don't miss the opportunity to visit the Festival of Footy at Elder Park, open Thursday and Friday from 9:00am - 11:00 pm (last entry at 9:30pm) to visit the Swans live site for competitions, merchandise and posters. Swans coaches will also take to the big stage from 4:00pm on Thursday in a rare Q+A ahead of the match.
Friday, April 14
On Friday evening head to Elder Park early to check out the Swans live site and grab your clappers before walking to Adelaide Oval. Take your reserved seat for the Round 5 clash at 7:40pm ACST and cheer, cheer!
Sydney Swans v Richmond – Round Five
Friday, April 14, 2023
Adelaide Oval
Gates open: 5:45pm ACST
First bounce: 7:40pm
Visit the AFL Gather Round Hub here for more details.
Tickets
Members were invited to redeem tickets in December. Not a member? There’s still plenty of tickets available for the Friday night clash! Visit here to select your seats.
Merchandise
Stock up on all your Sydney Swans merchandise ahead of the game. Outlets will be available on Thursday at Captains Run from 2:30pm and at our fan hub in the Festival of Footy on Friday. Adelaide Oval will also hold a merch outlet on match day.
Accommodation and flights
AFL airline partner Virgin Australia is operating more than 215 return flights between April 12 and 18. Be quick and book your tickets before they sell out.
The South Australian city is renowned for boutique accommodation and no matter where you stay, there is a suitable place to stay for every need. Visit South Australian Tourism for more.
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