The GIANTS host the reigning premiers Collingwood at GIANTS Stadium on Saturday night in the AFL’s inaugural Opening Round.
AFL Opening Round
GIANTS v Magpies
Saturday, March 9 at 7:30pm
GIANTS Stadium | Wangal Country
Gates open at 6pm
Match Day Partner: Harvey Norman
TICKETING
The GIANTS’ highly anticipated Opening Round clash with Collingwood is officially a sell-out with all general public, standing room and hospitality tickets exhausted.
All attendees to this weekend’s match must hold a valid match day ticket or membership. There will be no ticket sales or redemptions available at the gate.
The only way to access a reserved seat is to purchase a Sydney Gold membership here.
MEMBERSHIP
If you're a member, getting into the game is easy!
If you have a physical membership card, simply have this ready for scanning on arrival at GIANTS Stadium. Otherwise, download the GIANTS App and select 'My Tickets' in the menu at the bottom on your screen! Then select ‘OR: GIANTS v Collingwood’ to view your ticket. You can also then save your ticket to your wallet.
For more instructions on mobile ticketing, or if you need any assistance, visit the online Members Hub or our membership team outside the main gate at GIANTS Stadium.
New in 2024 is the Membership Desk located at the entrance to the Members Bar. Open pre-match and during breaks in play, it’s a one stop shop for any membership enquiries you may have throughout the season.
If you’re not a member already then there’s no better time than now to join the Orange Army! It’s more than just access to the footy with GIANT perks, access to exclusive member experiences and events, exclusive entry to the venue, and a Members Bar on game day.
Check out our available packages here or give us a call on 1300 GIANTS (1300 442 687) today!
Member of the Match
The GIANTS are rewarding a lucky member each week with an exclusive changeroom experience for simply coming to the game! Keep an eye on the big screen for the announcement of our Member of the Match and to find out how to collect your prize.
Members Bar
The Members Bar is located on the concourse within the Members Stand. All members can access this space both pre-game and during the match. Members receive 10 per cent off selected food and drink in the Members Bar.
GETTING TO GIANTS STADIUM
GIANTS fans are encouraged to plan their trip and consider all the available travel options ahead of Saturday’s massive clash against the Magpies at GIANTS Stadium.
Traffic may be heavier than usual on roads approaching the precinct as crowds travel to and from the game and we encourage all attendees to arrive early and beat the crowd.
Trains run regularly to Olympic Park and the stadium is a short walk from the station.
Plan your trip here.
If you have to drive, travel with your group and pre-book your parking online here to secure a space – available until 11:59pm the night before the game unless sold out prior.
All travel options to GIANTS Stadium can be found here.
GAME DAY ACTIVITIES
- Turn GIANTS Stadium orange in the GIANTS Fan Zone full of your favourite and newest things to do, including the GIANTS climb and slide, big kick, face painting, GMAN and GiGi, banner making and heaps of GIANTS giveaways!
- Make a big big sound and have loads of fun with our GIANTS partners inside Gate D, with our Harvey Norman DJ bringing the tunes, the Toyo Tires Make Your Move race simulator, the Harvey Norman Fitness Challenge, and the brand-new Aperol Spritz Garden Bar under the big screen.
- First time at GIANTS Stadium? Visit our first timers marquee inside Gate D to catch up on all you need to know about a GIANTS game day, including learning our players and when to make a big big sound!
- It’s Opening Round, proudly presented by Harvey Norman! To celebrate, Harvey Norman is painting the crowd orange with their hi-vis giveaway. Be sure to grab your vest, there are 10 Harvey Norman branded vests hidden in the bunch. Find a Harvey Norman braded vest and win a $100 Harvey Norman voucher!
- Get ready to race with Harvey’s Head-to-Head! One lucky GIANTS fan will be selected to take on Lachie Whitfield (the digital version) in a race against the LED on field during the quarter time break. If you can beat Lachie, you will win a $1000 voucher for Harvey Norman! For your chance to be selected, visit the team at the Harvey Norman concourse activation to enter your details. Happy racing!
GIANTS SHOP
The GIANTS Shop at GIANTS Stadium is located inside Gate D. Member discounts and GIANTS Shop vouchers can be redeemed at outlets at the Stadium. A second merchandise outlet will also be stationed near the GIANTS Fan Zone.
MOST VALUABLE GIANT, PRESENTED BY TOYO TIRES
Vote for your Most Valuable GIANT! After our game on Saturday, GIANTS fans will be able to vote for their most valuable player in a 3, 2, 1 voting style. Vote via our Instagram story or on the GIANTS app - Click here to download it now. The overall winner of the Most Valuable GIANT - as chosen by you - will be awarded the trophy at this year’s Kevin Sheedy Medal.
TEAM SELECTION
The GIANTS will name their team to take on the Magpies at 6:20pm on Thursday at gwsgiants.com.au.
BROADCAST
Saturday’s match will be shown live on Channel 7, Fox Footy and Kayo nationally from 7pm.
SOCIAL MEDIA
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