Gather Round returns to the Barossa in 2026 with two Blockbuster Games
After sell-out games and a successful 2025 appearance, Barossa has again secured two AFL games at Barossa Park, Lyndoch as part of 2026 AFL Gather Round… A Festival of Footy.
Our picturesque, Barossa Park will play host to two big games with North Melbourne going head-to-head with Brisbane on Saturday, 11 April at 12.05pm; and GWS facing Richmond on Sunday, 12 April at 2.45pm.
Mayor Bim Lange said it’s fantastic for the Barossa to be featured in the 2026 fixture, acknowledging the economic benefit the event brings to the region.
“Last year was a huge success, and iconic, as we celebrated the opening of Barossa Park. We’re excited to build on this next year and deliver an even bigger and better experience for footy fans and visitors,” he said.
“We’re well advanced in our planning of events, like the Barossa Food and Wine Village, which will be a great showcase of our incredible food and wine and a great way to wind down after the game.
The 2026 event will coincide with the middle weekend of school holidays in Victoria, Queensland and Western Australia and the first weekend of school holidays in South Australia and New South Wales. It will also be the round of matches after Easter.
AFL CEO Andrew Dillon said Gather Round and its festivities around the state delivers like no other. “Barossa Park delivered a magnificent experience last year, showcasing the best of what the region has to offer and this time around it is set to deliver another two big games.
Saturday, April 11
North Melbourne v Brisbane, Barossa Park (FOX), 12.35pm AEST/12.05pm ACST
Sunday, April 12
Greater Western Sydney v Richmond, Barossa Park (SEVEN), 3.15pm AEST/2.45pm ACST
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