AFL – Thursday March 13 to Sunday March 16: Round 1

The 2025 Australian Football League (AFL) season's Round 1 is scheduled from Thursday, March 13, to Sunday, March 16, 2025. This follows the 'Opening Round' held the previous week. afl.com.au Round 1 Schedule: Thursday, March 13: Richmond vs. Carlton Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) Time: 7:30 PM AEDT Friday, March 14: Hawthorn vs. Essendon Venue:...

AFL – Thursday April 10 to Sunday April 13: Gather Round in Adelaide

The 2025 AFL Gather Round is scheduled from Thursday, April 10, to Sunday, April 13, in South Australia. This unique round features all 18 AFL teams playing across various venues in the region. Fixture: Thursday, April 10: Adelaide Crows vs. Geelong Cats at Adelaide Oval, 7:10 PM ACST. Friday, April 11: Collingwood vs. Sydney Swans...

AFL – Friday April 25: ANZAC Day Game, Collingwood vs Essendon at the MCG

The 2025 ANZAC Day AFL match between Collingwood and Essendon is scheduled for Friday, April 25, at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), with the game commencing at 3:20 PM AEST. Ticket Information: MCC Members: Tickets for Rounds 7–9 will be available for MCC members starting at 10:00 AM AEDT on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, via...

AFL – Week of August 11: AFLW season begins

The 2025 NAB AFL Women's (AFLW) season is scheduled to commence in the week beginning Monday, August 11, 2025. This marks a shift to an earlier start, aligning with Round 23 of the men's AFL Premiership season. afl.com.au Season Structure: Home and Away Rounds: The season will feature 12 rounds played over 12 weeks, eliminating...

AFL – Thursday September 4: AFL Finals begin

The 2025 AFL Finals Series is scheduled to commence on Thursday, September 4, 2025. While the exact matchups and venues for the opening week have yet to be determined, the finals will feature the top eight teams from the regular season competing in qualifying and elimination finals. The series will culminate in the AFL Grand...

AFL – Saturday September 27: AFL Grand Final at the MCG

The 2025 AFL Grand Final is scheduled for Saturday, September 27, 2025, at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). This event marks the culmination of the Australian Football League season, determining the year's premiership team. The Grand Final is traditionally held on the last Saturday in September at the MCG, attracting over 100,000 spectators and millions...

AFL – Early October: Trade Period

As of February 2025, the Australian Football League (AFL) has not officially announced the specific dates for the 2025 Trade Period. Historically, the Trade Period commences in early October, following the AFL Grand Final, which is traditionally held on the last Saturday in September. For instance, in 2024, the Trade Period began on Monday, October...

AFL – Late November: AFL Draft

The 2025 AFL Draft is scheduled to take place in November 2025 at Marvel Stadium in Melbourne. While the exact dates have not been officially announced, the draft typically occurs in late November, following the conclusion of the AFL season. For instance, the 2024 AFL Draft was conducted over two nights, with the first round...

AFL – Saturday November 29: AFLW Grand Final

The 2025 AFL Women's (AFLW) Grand Final is scheduled for Saturday, November 29, 2025. This date concludes a season that begins the week of August 11, 2025, featuring 12 home-and-away rounds over 12 weeks, followed by a four-week finals series. The AFLW pre-season is set to commence on Monday, May 19, 2025. The specific venue...

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