AFL 2023 Grand Final ultimate guide: How to watch and stream

Learn everything you need to know about the 2023 AFL finals series, including a new way to stream the Grand Final online.

Get ready for the biggest day on the AFL calendar. Picture: Mark Stewart

The excitement is building as we gear up for the 2023 AFL Grand Final. Whether you’re a diehard footy fan or just looking to catch the action, our ultimate guide has you covered.

When and where is the AFL Grand Final?

The 2023 AFL Grand Final will be held at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Saturday, September 30, 2.30pm (AEST).

Those in Western Australia will need to tune in at 12.30pm (AWST), while anyone in the Northern Territory and South Australia can watch the game from 2pm (ACST).

AFL Live Broadcast times:

NSW, ACT and Victoria 2.30pm (AEST)

NT and SA, 2pm (ACST)

WA, 12.30pm (AWST)

Brayden Maynard and Jeremy Howe celebrate after qualifying for the big dance. Picture: Getty

Who is playing in the 2023 AFL Grand Final?

The 2023 AFL Grand Final will be contested between the Collingwood Magpies and the Brisbane Lions.

How can I watch the AFL Grand Final?

The AFL Grand Final will be exclusively broadcast on free-to-air television on Channel 7. Plus, for the first time, you can stream the final on 7plus across all devices. If you can’t catch it live, don’t worry; replays are available on Kayo, alongside other AFL content.

How can I watch the AFL Grand Final if I’m not in Australia?

If you’re outside of Australia, you can still catch the action. Simply subscribe to Watch AFL, the official streaming service for the AFL overseas.

Who is performing the 2023 AFL Grand Final entertainment?

American rock band KISS will headline the pre-game entertainment for the 2023 AFL Grand Final. Crowded House were previously booked to perform, but pulled out of the slot earlier this year.

In addition to KISS, several talented Australian artists will perform on Grand Final day, including Mark Seymour & The Undertow, known for the unofficial footy anthem “Holy Grail”.

They will be the halftime entertainment, with Kate Miller-Heidke as a special guest.

How do you get tickets to the AFL Grand Final?

Members of competing clubs, MCC members, and AFL and Medallion Club members can secure their seats through Ticketek. A limited number of tickets will also be available for stakeholders and hospitality experiences. Each competing club will have 17,000 tickets for its members, and AFL and MCC members will also receive a significant allocation.

Cam Rayner celebrates Brisbane’s preliminary final victory. Picture: Getty

When is the AFL Grand Final public holiday in 2023?

The 2023 AFL Grand Final public holiday in Victoria falls on Friday, September 29. This special holiday allows Victorians to fully immerse themselves in the excitement and festivities surrounding this iconic sporting event.

Where and when is the 2023 AFL Grand Final parade?

The 2023 AFL Grand Final parade will start from Melbourne Park at 8.30am (AEST) and will be broadcast exclusively on Fox Footy. According to the Herald Sun, the decision to move the parade was made as a result of last year’s disaster on the water.

Magpies fans cheer during AFL First Preliminary Final match. Pictures: Getty

Which team won the AFL Grand Final in 2022?

In 2022, Geelong emerged victorious, defeating the Sydney Swans with a final score of 20.13 (133) to 8.4 (52).

What AFL team has won the most grand finals?

Carlton and Essendon hold the record for the most grand final wins, with 16 each. Collingwood boasts the most grand final appearances, with 15 wins from 44 games played.

What AFL team has won the least grand finals?

St Kilda and Port Adelaide have one grand final victory to their name, while Fremantle, GWS and Gold Coast are yet to win the premiership.

How many times has Brisbane won the AFL Grand Final?

Brisbane won the AFL Grand Final three times between 2001 and 2003.

The Lions AFL Second Preliminary Final entrance. Pictures: Getty

Why is the AFL Grand Final always at the MCG?

The MCG is the traditional home of the AFL Grand Final and the league has a contract that will see the game played there through at least 2057. Although exceptions were made during the COVID-19 pandemic, with games held in Queensland and Western Australia.

How many grand finals have been held at the MCG?

The MCG has hosted the VFL/AFL Grand Final almost every season since 1902, except for a brief hiatus during World War II. Recent years saw games temporarily relocated due to pandemic restrictions.

As of the end of 2022, a total of 127 grand finals have been played, including three grand final replays.

What is the capacity of the MCG?

The MCG’s capacity fluctuates, but recent grand finals have seen attendances between 95,000 and 100,000 fans.

What is the biggest crowd for an AFL Grand Final?

The highest attendance was set at the 1970 VFL Grand Final, with 121,696 fans witnessing Carlton’s victory over Collingwood. In recent times, the 2022 AFL Grand Final drew 100,024 fans to watch Geelong take on Sydney.

What is the smallest crowd for an AFL Grand Final?

The smallest-ever crowd for a VFL/AFL Grand Final was just 4823 spectators in 1899. Since the merger, the smallest crowd was 29,707 during the 2020 Covid lockdown, when Richmond defeated Geelong.

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