AFL Northern Territory is proud to announce that tickets for the highly anticipated 2025 NAB AFL Women’s Dreamtime in Darwin Match are officially on sale today.
The match will see the Essendon Bombers take on the Richmond Tigers under lights at TIO Stadium, Darwin, on Friday, 29 August 2025, with the first bounce at 6:45pm (local time).
Following the success of last year’s inaugural Dreamtime in Darwin AFLW match, which attracted over 4,400 fans, the event returns to Larrakia Country, reaffirming the Northern Territory’s deep cultural and sporting connection to the national game.
The Dreamtime match celebrates and honours Indigenous culture, while also highlighting the Northern Territory’s critical role in developing Indigenous talent for both the AFL and AFLW. The fixture offers local fans the rare opportunity to witness elite-level women’s football and aims to inspire the next generation of Territory talent.
Sam Gibson, Head of AFL Northern Territory, encouraged fans to secure their tickets early to avoid missing out.
“Dreamtime in Darwin is shaping up to be one of the standout events on the Territory’s sporting calendar,”
“With two proud clubs, a strong cultural celebration, and the electric atmosphere of TIO Stadium under lights, it’s sure to be a spectacle. We’re encouraging fans to get in early and secure their tickets, you won’t want to miss it.”
EVENT DETAILS
Match: 2025 NAB AFLW Dreamtime – Richmond Tigers vs. Essendon Bombers
Date: Friday, 29 August 2025
Time: 6:45pm (local time)
Venue: TIO Stadium, Darwin (Larrakia Country)
TICKETS
Tickets will be available via Ticketmaster and will also be sold at the gate on match day.
Please note: This is a general admission event with no reserved seating
Members’ pre-sale begins at 9:30 AM local time on Tuesday, July 15, followed by the general public on-sale at 1:30 PM.
Competing club AFLW members can scan into TIO Stadium using their mobile membership, found within their clubs ticketing app. If members are unsure, or unable to access their membership, we encourage you to contact your club prior to your purchase.