Tickets for the 2026 NAB AFLW Dreamtime in Darwin match are now on sale, with Essendon and Richmond set to meet at TIO Stadium on Sunday 30 August.
Dreamtime in Darwin has become one of the Territory's premier sporting events, bringing together elite NAB AFLW football, and a celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture on Larrakia Country.
Returning for a third consecutive year, the match continues to showcase the Northern Territory's important contribution to Australian Football while giving local fans the chance to experience some of the competition's biggest stars right here in Darwin.
The annual fixture celebrates the connection between football and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, while highlighting the Territory's proud history of developing and supporting Indigenous talent at the highest level of the game.
EVENT DETAILS
Match: 2026 NAB AFLW Dreamtime in Darwin – Essendon v Richmond
Date: Sunday 30 August 2026
Venue: TIO Stadium, Darwin (Larrakia Country)
TICKETS
General Admission
Adult / Concession: $15
Youth (15–17 years): $5
Under 14s: FREE(ticket redemption required)
Tickets are available now via Ticketmaster.
Kantilla's Members Bar
Looking for the best seat in the house? Enhance your Dreamtime in Darwin experience with access to Kantilla's Members Bar for $69 per person.
The premium hospitality package includes:
- Guaranteed seating in an air-conditioned environment
- Premium viewing position overlooking TIO Stadium
- Complimentary beverage on arrival
- Substantial food offerings served prior to the match and at half time
Availability is limited, and supporters are encouraged to secure their hospitality packages early.
Elite footy for $15. Under 14s free. Our Rules.
See you at the W.