The entire league will be Adelaide-bound for Gather Round in Round 5 next AFL season, with the Sydney Swans and Collingwood to face off under lights on Friday night at Adelaide Oval.
It comes after our Gather Round Getaway SOLD OUT, but seats remain for the Sydney Swans Gather Round Breakfast, offering a networking opportunity for business and community leaders ahead of the game. Tickets and more information on the breakfast can be found HERE.
The AFL, in partnership with the SA Government, confirmed the Gather Round fixture on Monday morning with the 'Festival of Footy' returning to South Australia for a third time. Match tickets will go on sale for Members on Tuesday, December 10. Remaining tickets will become available to the general public the following day.
Gather Round will feature all 18 teams and nine matches for Premiership points, with highlights including two matches in the Barossa for the first time ever showcasing the best of the Barossa Valley food and wine, a Saturday double-header at Adelaide Oval, two matches at Norwood Oval and the return of the free Footy Festival returning to Elder Park on the banks of Torrens opposite Adelaide Oval.
Gather Round will run from Thursday 10 April through to Sunday 13 April during the school holidays for Victoria, Queensland and Western Australia, and at the start of the break for those in New South Wales.
The Adelaide Crows and Geelong will open the round on Thursday night at the Adelaide Oval, followed by a blockbuster Collingwood v Sydney game on Friday night.
There will be plenty on offer in South Australia for Swans fans travelling to Adelaide including the Sydney Swans Gather Round Breakfast on the Friday morning ahead of the game, featuring conversations with Sydney Swans Chairman Andrew Pridham, South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas, and AFL CEO Andrew Dillon.
AFL CEO Andrew Dillon said he was looking forward to heading back to South Australia for Gather Round in 2025.
“Gather Round is the best of our game, a celebration of footy like no other.” Dillon said.
“South Australia really turns it on, and we are excited to bring fans a bigger and better experience in 2025 with some great match ups and a new venue at Barossa Park.
“The Barossa celebrates some of the best of South Australia and we are excited about all the opportunities that will be on offer for our fans to take in while visiting the region, outside of the two incredible games that will be played at the new Barossa Park in Lyndoch.
“On behalf of the AFL I want to thank the SA government, led by Premier Malinauskas, who has been committed whole-heartedly to the success of the concept since 2023.
“Gather Round has a unique feel of a Grand Final week, from the footy festival and the zip line over the Torrens River, to the community engagement activities and all the open training sessions the clubs hold around the town, it has been just an incredibly fun atmosphere which we are looking to top next season.”
SA Premier Peter Malinauskas said the inaugural Gather Round was spectacular, this year was a step up, and next year will be magnificent.
“I’m thrilled we are on track to deliver two matches in the Barossa, a spectacular destination for the many visitors who will come into South Australia for this major event.
“This presents a unique opportunity to invite those visitors to stay longer, experiencing more of what SA has to offer, and delivering an economic outcome for our state.
“Barossa Park at Lyndoch is looking spectacular, and I thank the Barossa Council for working with us to deliver a precinct which will deliver community benefits long into the future.
“The competitive fixture should deliver major blockbusters at Adelaide Oval, and fierce competition at the Parade, which will once again be home to the Norwood Food & Wine Festival.”
2025 GATHER ROUND FIXTURE
Thursday, Apr 10
Adelaide Crows vs. Geelong Cats Adelaide Oval (SEVEN) 7:40pm, 7:10pm (local)
Friday, Apr 11
Collingwood vs. Sydney Swans Adelaide Oval (SEVEN) 7:40pm, 7:10pm (local)
Saturday, Apr 12
North Melbourne vs. Gold Coast SUNS Barossa Park (FOX) 12:35pm, 12:05pm (local)
Carlton vs. West Coast Eagles Adelaide Oval (FOX) 1:20pm 12:50pm (local)
Western Bulldogs vs. Brisbane Lions Norwood Oval (FOX) 4:15pm 3:45pm (local)
Melbourne vs. Essendon Adelaide Oval (FOX) 7:35pm 7:05pm (local)
Sunday, Apr 13
Richmond vs. Fremantle Barossa Park (FOX) 12:35pm, 12:05pm (local)
St Kilda vs. GWS GIANTS Norwood Oval (SEVEN) 3:20pm 2:50pm (local)
Port Adelaide vs. Hawthorn Adelaide Oval (SEVEN) 7:20pm 6:50pm (local)
TICKETING INFORMATION
Gather Round will go on-sale via Ticketek.
Tuesday 10 December – 10am (Club Members/AFL Members/UFM) (ACDT - venue local time)
Wednesday 11 December – 10am GP On sale (ACDT - Venue local time)
FLIGHTS
As the official airline of the AFL & Gather Round, Virgin Australia will again be laying on extra flights to help transport fans to Adelaide which are available now.
For the best available fares book HERE
ACCOMODATION
ALL.COM are the official accommodation partner of the AFL and AFLW. Gather Round fans have access to a variety of accommodation options to suit all tastes and budgets with over 10 hotels and apartments across Adelaide to choose from. Visit all.com to book, plus a special Member Rate can be unlocked by joining ALL for free.
