Opening Round moves into Western Sydney as the GIANTS host the Hawthorn Hawks once again at ENGIE Stadium to launch their 2026 season on home turf. Expect big moments as the GIANTS aim to start things strong in front of their home crowd.

Bring the BIG, BIG sound and get behind the GIANTS - secure your tickets and be there when Opening Round hits ENGIE Stadium.

The AFL season is set to burst to life at the iconic SCG as the Sydney Swans take on Carlton in a blockbuster Opening Round showdown. Expect high stakes, huge moments and an electric atmosphere only the home of the Sydney Swans can deliver.

Don’t miss the first ball up of the season - lock in your seats and experience Opening Round live at the SCG.

The AFL is coming back to Henson Park as the Sydney Swans take on the GIANTS in the 2026 AAMI Community Series on Thursday, 26 February at 4.10pm AEDT. Get an early look at the season ahead of opening round with live, full-length match conditions at an iconic local setting, Henson Park!

General admission tickets are on sale NOW - grab yours before they're gone!

BUT don't forget if you register for the 2026 season *before 15 feb, you can skip the queue and claim FOUR FREE TICKETS to the game. How awesome is that?! Don't wait, find your local centre and sign up today!

The Opening Round, Kick-Off Competition is back!

We are looking for the South East Queensland Primary School student with the longest kick! Winners will receive tickets to Opening Round and a Brisbane Lions/Gold Coast SUNS 2026 AFL/AFLW Guernsey.

Teachers, you can book your school’s Kick Off Competition session now.

The School with the highest percentage of entries will win a $1,000 AFL School Shop Voucher and an AFL/AFLW Player Appearance for their School!

Just click the link below to register your schools interest:
Opening Round, Kick-Off Competition - School Registration

Please find the Terms and Conditions here.