Famous faces at Gather Round VIP launch

The who’s who of the AFL world gathered in Glenelg to kick off the round with a surprise performance from an iconic singer.

The AFL’s Gather Round kicked off in style with a VIP welcome dinner in Adelaide.

The who’s who of the footy world came together in Glenelg to celebrate the second edition of the unique concept where all games are played in South Australia.

Andrew Dillon and Richard Goyder. Picture: Getty

Brendan Gale and Jane Gale. Picture: Getty

David Koch and Libby Koch. Picture: Matt Loxton

Eddie McGuire and Carla McGuire. Picture: Matt Loxton

Luke Sayers and Cate Sayers. Picture: Matt Loxton

Brian Cook and Claire Cook. Picture: Matt Loxton

Sarah Jones. Picture: Matt Loxton

Shane Edwards. Picture: Matt Loxton

Craig Kelly and Jeff Browne. Picture: Matt Loxton

Bruce and Annie McAvaney. Picture: Matt Loxton

Natasha Stott Despoja and Cordelia Stott Smith. Picture: Matt Loxton

Peter Malinauskas and Annabel Malinauskas. Picture: Matt Loxton

Tanya Hosch. Picture: Matt Loxton

Heather Croll and Nick Phillips. Picture: Matt Loxton

Eddie McGuire said it was getting bigger and bigger, not just for the locals but for the whole country.

“It’s quite amazing and a beautiful atmosphere here,” McGuire said.

The night featured a surprise performance by iconic singer Tina Arena as AFL commission chairman Richard Goyder and AFL CEO Andrew Dillon welcomed guests.

Other notable faces included Seven’s legendary commentator Bruce McAvaney, Collingwood president Jeff Browne and Fox Footy’s Sarah Jones who hosted the night.