Help us fill the hill one last time for 2024 as we thank our AFLW supporters and members.

ROUND EIGHT

Essendon v North Melbourne
3:05pm AEDT, Sunday, October 20, 2024
Gates open from 2:05pm
Windy Hill, Essendon

Thanks to Fujitsu

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04:21

THANK YOU 2024 AFLW Members

  • Find your name on the 2024 AFLW Member wall behind the Napier Street goals.
  • Head over to our merchandise store inside the Brewster Street Gate to get 30% off the entire Cotton On range, with an additional 10% off for 2024 AFLW members.
  • Extended kick to kick post-game for all!

TICKETING AND MEMBERSHIP INFO

Be sure to get to the ground early so you don’t miss a minute of the action.

AFLW members can scan into Windy Hill using their mobile membership, found within the Essendon app.

More information on how to use your AFLW membership can be found here.

Non-members can purchase their tickets online via Ticketmaster, or at the ticket booth upon arrival. We strongly recommend fans purchase their tickets online before the game to ensure easy access into Windy Hill, as we expect long wait lines at the ticket window.

Need assistance? Our friendly membership team will be available from 1:30pm from the ticket box on the corner of Napier Street and Brewster Street.

02:42

Bringing your own chair is not permitted at AFLW games. If you require a seat, we recommend arriving early and finding a seat in the Reynolds or Cookson Stands.

Animals are not allowed inside the Windy Hill precinct on game day. If you have a service animal, please bring necessary documentation to ensure you and your pet are welcomed into the stadium.

See terms and conditions of entry here.

MERCHANDISE

30 per cent off the entire Cotton On range, with an additional 10 per cent off for 2024 AFLW members.

Bombers fans can grab all the latest and greatest merchandise from the Bomber Shop, located inside both the Brewster Street gate.

Members receive 10 per cent off each purchase, so make sure you have your digital membership handy to receive your discount.

PARTNERS AND ACTIVATIONS

There will be a little something for everyone inside the ground on Saturday, so we recommend getting to the game nice and early to make the most of everything on offer.  

The Purple Bombers, established in 2014, is the official diversity and inclusion supporter group of the Essendon Football Club. The Purple Bombers work hard to create and establish a strong and diverse group and setting the foundations of a strong, safe and accepting supporter group for all. Head on over to the Purple Bombers marquee to pick up some great give aways and a pride guernsey photo station! We will also have an opportunity for members & fans to sign up to our upcoming inaugural 2025 Pride Membership. 
 
Make sure you swing by activation zone inside the Raleigh Street gate to keep the whole family entertained pre-game. You can test your skills in the Fujitsu Warm Up Zone. If the pre-game nerves are getting to you, be sure to head to the NEC Chill Hill.  

You can then get your game-face on by visiting our friends at Toyota Forklifts for free facepainting!  

Liberty Finacial are bringing back their Smoothie Bikes with giveaways! 

If you’d like to get active, make sure you visit the McDonald’s site to take on the handball skill test.  

You’re also able to put yourself through a fun obstacle course thanks to Coles Healthy Kicks

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Be sure to grab a free McCafe coffee voucher by visiting the Bomber Shop at either the Brewster or Raleigh Street gates, thanks to our friends at McDonald’s. Strictly limited vouchers available, so make sure you’re there early so you don’t miss out. 
If you’re looking for a bite to eat, make sure you check out the food trucks that will be stationed inside the two gates and on the hill. If a sit-down meal is more your speed, make sure to head into the Windy Hill bistro for a great feed.  

If you’re 18+ and in need of a cool beverage, head over to the bar at the Brewster Street gate for the new Carlton Draught with a splash of lemonade OR come and visit our exclusive Good Tides Bar for a refreshing seltzer, thanks to our good friends at CUB

Be sure to stick around post-game to have a kick on Windy Hill thanks to Maccas Kick to Kick once the second siren has sounded. 

GETTING THERE AND ENTRY TO THE GROUND

There is limited street parking available around Windy Hill, so it is recommended that all patrons are use public transport to arrive at the venue. Windy Hill is only a short 500m walk from Essendon Station, which can be accessed via train, bus and tram.

Make sure you plan your journey ahead of time to make sure you don’t miss the first bounce!