Everything you need to know on the strict rules for Showdown 50 Adelaide Oval
A crowd of up to 15,000 fans can watch this weekend’s Showdown at Adelaide Oval, with tough rules in place. So how will it all work?
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Strict rules will be in place for Showdown 50 fans – with only a set number allowed in. Here we sort through the confusion with your main questions answered.
How do I get tickets?
Two priority windows will open for Adelaide Crows members – one at 10am Thursday and the second at 10am on Friday. On Wednesday, all members will receive a further email to explain the process and how they redeem the linked tickets with other members, Adelaide Football Club chief Tim Silvers said.
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Will there be any general admission?
No, there will be no general admission tickets. A total of 15,000 people are allowed – 12,000 members will be seated throughout the stadium. Another 3000 can sit in hospitality and club function areas.
How will arrivals work?
Under a revised Covid Management Plan for high-risk events of more than 1000 people fans must travel to the ground at staggered times. The Stadium Management Authority says there will be two sets of arrival times – one from 5-6pm and the other from 6-7pm. The entry times will be randomly allocated throughout the crowd to ensure staggered arrivals.
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What about seating?
Fans will be separated by two empty rows. Spectators are also banned from the first two ground-level rows of seats.
Will I need to wear a mask?
Yes. As with all sport in South Australia, masks will need to be worn by spectators at all times, except when eating or drinking.
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How will food and drink lines be managed?
Fans must remain seated while eating or drinking. Stadium Management Authority chief operating officer Adam Vonthethoff said the crowd will be spread across the stadium, and there will be kiosks open to service all areas. “There’s three small groups in each section and each group will have their own kiosk,” he said.
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