The countdown to the first Preliminary Final is on as we we prepare to play Port Adelaide at this SCG this Friday - it's set to be an action-packed game. Join us at Sydney Swans HQ and on Driver Avenue ahead of the game to celebrate September and welcome in another weekend.
In Sydney and want to watch the game with fellow supporters? Check out our Swans Friendly Venues to find the nearest pub near you.
Sydney Swans v Port Adelaide SCG Gates open: 5:45pm AEST Team entry: 7:24pm First bounce: 7:40pm
The Sydney Swans will play the Brisbane Lions at the SCG from 7:10pm AEDT. Gates open from 5:00pm.
For information on the venue, visit the website here.
Public Transport
With thousands of fans expected, plan your trip by transport to avoid heavy traffic. Be aware that Moore Park will be busy as thousands of people also travel to the precinct for a festival in the Entertainment Quarter.
Transport
Travel on all modes of public transport is included in your ticket to the game, simply show your ticket to transport staff when boarding services.
Trains and metro services run regularly to the city where you can connect with frequent light rail services to Moore Park. Plenty of regular route buses also make stops along Anzac Parade and Oxford Street nearby.
Additional light rail services will run before and after the match. The Moore Park light rail stop is located a short walk across from the SCG.
Consider walking between Central and Moore Park via Devonshire Street and the Albert ‘Tibby’ Cotter Walkway to avoid the queues for transport services before and after the match. See the Moore Park walking route map (pdf 677KB) to find your way.
Driving
If you must drive, expect traffic delays on roads approaching Moore Park as footy fans make their way into the precinct across the day. Carpool with your group and find real-time updates on traffic conditions at livetraffic.com.
Parking is available near the SCG at the Entertainment Quarter Wilson car park, grass car parks on Driver Avenue, and Sydney Boys & Girls High School car park off Cleveland Street. A flat rate event parking fee will apply.
Have a back-up plan in case car parks are full when you arrive. Car parks are expected to reach capacity early. Consider parking at a station near you and continuing your trip to Moore Park on public transport.
For parking information, scroll below.
Parking
Parking will be in high demand and will fill quickly. Carpool with your group and aim to arrive early to secure a parking space.
Kippax Park (EP2) grass car park (limited capacity due to upgrade works): Open from 4pm. Entry via the northern end of Driver Ave from Moore Park Road.
Showground Field (EP3) grass car park: Open from 4pm. Cashless, flat rate event parking fees apply. Entry on Driver Avenue via Lang Road.
Sydney Boys High School and Sydney Girls High School: Car Park open from around 4pm. Cashless, flat rate event parking fees apply. Entry via Cleveland Street. Use the Anzac Parade pedestrian bridge to get to and from the SCG.
Each car park has spaces for Mobility Parking permit holders. For more information visit Centennial Parklands - Parking.
Special Event Clearways
Special event clearways will be in place on roads in Moore Park and surrounding areas from 3pm to midnight on sections of Albion Street, Moore Park Road, Fitzroy Street and Lang Road, and from 6am to midnight on sections of Cleveland Street.
From 6am to midnight
Cleveland Street between South Dowling Street and City Road (southern side)
Cleveland Street between Abercrombie Street and South Dowling Street (northern side)
From 3pm to midnight
Albion Street between Bourke Street and Flinders Street (both sides)
Lang Road between Anzac Parade and Errol Flynn Boulevard (northern side)
Moore Park Road between Flinders Street and Greens Road (northern side)
Moore Park Road between Cook Road and Poate Road (southern side)
Fitzroy Street between South Dowling Street and Bourke Street (northern side)
Clearways are strict no-parking zones for all vehicle types and apply even to local residents and Mobility Scheme Permit holders. Check signs carefully as vehicles left in clearways will be towed and a fee applies. If your vehicle is towed, you can search your vehicle registration at the Find My Car website to find its new location, or alternatively call 132 701 to speak to an operator.
Visit Live Traffic NSW to see the locations of special event clearways.
Transport Park&Ride Car Parks
Park for free when you catch public transport. Transport Park&Ride provides up to 18 hours of free parking each day. All you have to do is complete a public transport trip. Located close to public transport hubs, Park&Ride car parks help you connect more easily to train, bus and ferry services.
Tickets to the 2026 Sydney Swans season home games at the Sydney Cricket Ground include travel on transport and free Park&Ride parking. When leaving the car park use the intercom button at the exit gate to speak with the operator and show your event ticket.
Real-time parking availability allows you to see how many vacant car park spaces are available at Transport Park&Ride car parks. For Park&Ride locations and more information on how it works, go to Transport Park&Ride.
Accessibility
Accessible tickets are available to purchase online from Ticketmaster for Sydney Swans home games. Choose from wheelchair accessible (no seat) and wheelchair accessible accompanying guest (with seat).
Please note: Moore Park will be very busy on Friday night with around 75,000 people expected to attend AFL and NRL finals games at the SCG and Allianz Stadium kicking off around the same time, as well as a concert at neighbouring Hordern Pavilion.
Sydney's Home for Finals presented by realestate.com.au
Sydney Swans HQ is the place to be before and after the game. Join fellow members and fans and celebrate September in style. There will be a DJ, food trucks and a drink garden thanks to our friends at Jim Beam.
Open: 5:00pm Closes: 7:40pm - head to your seat before first bounce
Before the Bounce
PSA: Before the Bounce will return for an extra special finals edition. Come and soak up the pre-game atmosphere within the heart of our HQ. This inner sanctum experience includes a 90-minute drinks and buffet package, exclusive interview with former Sydney Swans and AFL Premiership players Kieren Jack and Dan Hannebery.
Thanks to our partners there will be plenty for little and bigs kids alike with activities and giveaways in the foyer of our HQ.
Stand shoulder-to-shoulder with your favourite Swans and snap a pick with our life size player cutouts thanks to realestate.com.au. Plus, upload your favourite photo of the year HERE and you could win 1 of 3 signed guernseys!
Want to relive some of our best moments of 2024? Don't forget to check out the wall of Moments that Matter presented by Fiserv, or head to the QBE Ball Tower and enter for your chance to win a $400 voucher to be used at the Swanshop or for your next Sydney Swans membership.
Everyday could be a White Bay kinda day with your chance to win a year of beer*, thanks to the Official Beer of the Sydney Swans White Bay Brewery. To win, be the first to correctly guess the number of 150th Limited Edition Extra Pale Lager cans in the tower.
Go in the draw to win a Volkswagen T-Roc City Life. Scan the QR code on game day, enter your details.
Finally, send a message of support to the Sydney Swans players during Finals thanks to Origin Energy. We will have a photo booth set up so you can jump behind the camera and share a personalised message.
Post Game
Continue your Friday night with us. Return to the Member Bar following the final siren for drinks, light food options and a DJ. It's the perfect prelude to a night out, or a great excuse to wait for the traffic to fade.
Open: 10:10pm Closes: 11:40pm
Driver Avenue
Activities and Giveaways
The fun continues on Driver Avenue on your way to the stadium. Enjoy activities, giveaways from our partners and even more food trucks.
Get your face painted pre-game thanks to our partners in supporting kids’ health the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Foundation.
Spin the wheel and try your luck at winning an awesome prize thanks to Maccas. We have Maccas Footies and AFL player cards to giveaway.
There will also be merchandise stands to get you in the red and white spirit.
Did you happen to nab a ticket in the Victor Trumper stand? There will be an exclusive outlet of Swanshop merchandise with up to 70% off*. T&Cs apply, limited stock available.
Want MORE footy in 2024?
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Head to Henson Park on Sunday, September 22 and cheer on the team as they play cross-town rivals GWS Giants. Visit the Match Day Hub for more information and get tickets here.
