Join us at Marvel Stadium on Friday night as our Bombers take on the Crows, proudly presented by NEC.

KIDS GO FREE
Kids aged 14 years old and under will have free entry* this week, with a supercharged match day experience dedicated to families and kids, including Thor’s Hammer Challenge inside gate seven, free facepainting inside gate five and exclusive food offers around the stadium.

Follow this link to read more.

*Terms and conditions apply. Subject to availability and capacity.

PURPLE BOMBERS

This week we are celebrating the Purple Bombers, Essendon’s official Pride Supporter Group.

Wear a touch of Purple or rainbow to show your support.

For more information or to get involved with the Purple Bombers check out our website.

PARTNERS AND ACTIVATIONS

Meet Skeeta and Sky at the Super Store inside gate 5pm between 6.30pm and 7pm.

While you’re there show your membership card to get 10% off all Bombers merchandise.

GATE FOUR / FIVE

Head to gates four and five before the bounce and get ready for the match with Dutton Automotive, where you can see some fancy wheels on the concourse!

Fujitsu will be there with their Cash Grab and Spin to Win. Make sure you give them a go to walk away with some prizes!

IN STADIUM

We’ll have free face painting set up inside gate five, so make sure you pop in to get your game face ready.

Under Armour is helping Essendon fans beat the cold this winter, and are giving away five Under Armour Storm puffer jackets, valued at $250 a piece. Make sure you’re in your seat pre-game for a chance to win.

NEC Rapid Fire Quiz will be held at quarter time. With heaps of prizes up for grabs, the contestants will want to get in quick.

Bomber Beats makes its return at half time this weekend. Make sure you have your phone ready to vote for which song you want to hear.

The Fujitsu Flame is back at ¾ time, seeing one lucky fan attempt to beat the Flame at three-quarter time to win $500. 

MERCHANDISE

Bombers fans can grab all the latest and greatest merchandise from the Bomber Shop, located externally at gates one, two and three. If you’re already inside the ground, you can grab your merchandise internally on level one at gates five and seven, on level two at gate six and level three at gate six. Don’t forget to show your physical or mobile membership card to get 10% off at all EFC merchandise outlets.

Super-Store

Whether you're a footy fanatic, Marvel aficionado or both, the Super-Store at Marvel Stadium has it all. Open Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM plus Event Days with extended hours* Located at gate five. More Info.

*Valid ticket required for Event Day entry.

BROADCAST

TV*: 7, Fox Footy, Kayo (from 7:30pm)
*Based on Melbourne/VIC region. Click here to adjust your state.

TICKETS

Tickets are available via Ticketmaster and on game day outside gate one, five and seven. Limited reserved seats remain available, however members with GA access will be able to walk in and find a seat. 

MEMBERSHIP INFO  

Essendon members have two ways to access the game. Your physical membership card has a barcode that will allow you to scan entry at the turnstiles. If you are yet to receive your card or prefer the convenience of using your mobile device, simply log in to the official Essendon app using your membership details to access your mobile membership. More information on how to use your mobile membership can be found here.

All members without reserved seats can upgrade to a reserved seat through Ticketmaster and use the ticket in your Ticketmaster account to get into the ground. Members can upgrade using this link.

The Victory Room located on level one behind Aisle 15 is open to all Essendon members throughout the game. Our member raffle will be held in the Victory Room with the major prize being two tickets to our Round 22 President’s Club Function. On top of that, we’ll have current players taking photos and signing autographs pre-game so make sure you’re in early.

Show your mobile membership card or physical member card to enter the room. 

Need assistance? Our friendly membership team will be available from 5pm from the guest services at gate five

If you’re not a member, it’s not too late to sign up for 2024. Simply signup/renew online and then login to the Essendon FC app to access your ticket. Further information on mobile membership can be found here.

GETTING THERE AND ENTRY TO THE GROUND

Limited parking will be available due to the Marvel Stadium upgrade works so we recommend that you arrive a little earlier to ensure you have plenty of time to get into the venue. It is recommended to pre-book your parking via the Ticketmaster or Marvel Stadium website here to ensure you have a space.

For those arriving via public transport, plan your trip here.

POTENTIAL DISRUPTIONS

La Trobe Street, Docklands and Melbourne

Closed between Harbour Esplanade and Queen Street. 

Frankston and Stony Point lines

Buses replace trains between Cheltenham, Frankston and Stony Point stations.

Upfield Line

From 10pm, buses replace trains between North Melbourne and Upfield stations.

Geelong and Warrnambool lines

Coaches replace trains between Geelong and Warrnambool stations.

Tram routes 30 and 35 (City Circle)

No trams between Stop D2 - Central Pier/Harbour Esplanade and Stop 5 - Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth Street

Full information around any disruptions can be found here.

MARVEL STADIUM

Opening 30 minutes prior to gates open, ticket holders can enjoy $16 pizza and beer/soft drink at View Bar. Enter via Level 2, Stadium Square (Gates two and three)

Post Game:

Skip the traffic jam and hang out at any of the Marvel Stadium bars post game. Discuss the match, watch the footy and enjoy a refreshment.

New Dining Experiences: Hunky Dory, 400Gradi Pronto, Gami Chicken, 8Bit, Yamas, EARL and more!

Satisfy your palate! It's overdue for you to enjoy fish and chips, a pizza or souvlaki while watching your favourite sporting legends. These are the all-new food outlets at Marvel Stadium! Located throughout the Stadium. More Information

Friends of Fire

Join us at Friends of Fire, where the menu is a masterpiece, and every bite is a revelation. This American-style steakhouse and grill has a focus on Southern, New England and New York City-style food. The game day menu boasts tasty bites including lobster rolls, smoked pork ribs with peach tea barbecue sauce and a Rueben with 200 grams of hand-cut, 12-hour smoked pastrami. Book Now.

Amphora

Experience the essence of Amphora, offering New American menus of mains, share plates and bites. The focus is on modern style dining with flair and features an a la carte menu including “sensational” towers for seafood, meat lovers and plant-based eaters alike. This is all carefully curated to perfectly accompany your choice of beverage, from champagne to cocktails. Book Now.