Geelong and Adelaide will kick off the AFL’s third Gather Round in a blockbuster Thursday night clash, with the AFL announcing the 2025 Gather Round fixture in Adelaide on Monday morning.
The Cats and Crows will face off at 7.10pm (local time) at Adelaide Oval on Thursday 10 April, with this being the third consecutive time Geelong will play at Adelaide Oval in the annual Gather Round.
Geelong holds a perfect record in two trips to Adelaide for Gather Round, defeating West Coast in 2023 and the Western Bulldogs in 2024 by four points.
The 2025 Gather Round will see games to be played across four days and three different venues, with five games at Adelaide Oval, two at inner suburban Norwood Oval, and two games in the Barossa, at Lyndoch Recreation Park.
AFL CEO Andrew Dillon said he was looking forward to heading back to South Australia for Gather Round in 2025.
“Gather Round is the best of our game, a celebration of footy like no other.” Dillon said.
“South Australia really turns it on, and we are excited to bring fans a bigger and better experience in 2025 with some great match ups and a new venue at Barossa Park.
“The Barossa celebrates some of the best of South Australia and we are excited about all the opportunities that will be on offer for our fans to take in while visiting the region, outside of the two incredible games that will be played at the new Barossa Park in Lyndoch.
“On behalf of the AFL I want to thank the SA government, led by Premier Malinauskas, who has been committed whole-heartedly to the success of the concept since 2023.
“Gather Round has a unique feel of a Grand Final week, from the footy festival and the zip line over the Torrens River, to the community engagement activities and all the open training sessions the clubs hold around the town, it has been just an incredibly fun atmosphere which we are looking to top next season.”
SA Premier Peter Malinauskas said the inaugural Gather Round was spectacular, this year was a step up, and next year will be magnificent.
“I’m thrilled we are on track to deliver two matches in the Barossa, a spectacular destination for the many visitors who will come into South Australia for this major event.
“This presents a unique opportunity to invite those visitors to stay longer, experiencing more of what SA has to offer, and delivering an economic outcome for our state.
“Barossa Park at Lyndoch is looking spectacular, and I thank the Barossa Council for working with us to deliver a precinct which will deliver community benefits long into the future.
“The competitive fixture should deliver major blockbusters at Adelaide Oval, and fierce competition at the Parade, which will once again be home to the Norwood Food & Wine Festival.”
TICKETING INFORMATION
Gather Round will go on-sale via Ticketek.
Tuesday 10 December – 10am (Club Members/AFL Members/UFM) (ACDT - venue local time)
Wednesday 11 December – 10am GP Onsale (ACDT - Venue local time)
FLIGHTS
As the official airline of the AFL & Gather Round, Virgin Australia will again be providing extra flights to help transport fans to Adelaide, which are available now.
For the best available fares book HERE.
ACCOMODATION
ALL.COM are the official accommodation partner of the AFL and AFLW. Gather Round fans have access to a variety of accommodation options to suit all tastes and budgets, with over 10 hotels and apartments across Adelaide to choose from. Visit all.com to book, plus a special Member Rate can be unlocked by joining ALL for free.
