Australia is home to one of the world’s best cricket grounds, The Melbourne Cricket Ground – known to the locals as the MCG). The MCG is located in Richmond, just 3 kilometres from the CBD and is the most popular sporting venue in Victoria.
This world-class sports stadium hosts a number of international cricket matches, AFL games (notably the 2020 AFL Grand Final), as well as many other sporting events & concerts. In fact, this is the largest cricket stadium in the world.
Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) Ticket Seating Plan, AFL & Cricket Layout Map
Amongst locals, the Melbourne Cricket Ground is popularly known as the ‘G’ and is one of the most iconic structures in Australia.
Apart from cricket, the MCG also hosts a number of athletic and international sporting events. In 2006, the MCG was the primary stadium of the Commonwealth Games and the MCG was a primary venue for the Olympics in 1956.
A large number of Australian Football League (AFL) games are played here every week and the AFL Grand Final, held in September, draws close to a hundred thousand spectators. Millions more watch the AFL Grand Final from their homes as the game is broadcast live on TV.
The MCG has also played host to many huge concerts from some of the biggest stars on the planet including; Michael Jackson, Madonna and the Rolling Stones. Millions of people pack the MCG each year for a variety of events.
The stadium features a massive seating capacity – more than any other ground in the country; accommodating up to 100,000 spectators. During event days, the stadium also offers food and drink kiosks, where visitors can find an array of light snacks, drinks and a variety of fast food options.
Seating plans will vary based on the type and size of each event, but here are the details of the 2020 AFL Grand Final, along with maps, event schedules and how to get to the MCG.
Hi. We have Bay Q5 Row K. I gather that is 11 rows back in that bay. Is this under cover? Also does seat 6 mean we will only be 6 seats from an aisle?
Thanks. Tracy
Hi Tracy,
You are in the Southern Stand, top level, about 11 rows from the front of the balcony. Not sure how the seats are allocated from the aisle. Enter from Gate 4. Although there is a ‘roof’, it’s so high up that there isn’t much rain cover. Make sure to rug up!
Enjoy the Grand Final!
Kind regards,
Jess
Where is SQ52-2 Row ff ?
Hi Wayne,
You are in the Olympic Stand, top level. Enter from Gate 3.
Enjoy the AFL Grand Final!
Regards,
Jess
Have been allocated SQ32-1/T/26-23 for the AFL Grand Final. Where are these seats and which is closest to an isle?
Hi David,
You are in the Ponsford Stand, top level. Not sure which seats are closest to the aisle. Enter from Gate 1.
Enjoy the Grand Final!
Jess
We have seats in Q55 row w, are there many steps to climb or is there some sort of lift, escalator to assist invalid persons.
Hi Barry,
There is a lift up to the Olympic Stand, however there will be a few steps to navigate down to your seat row. Make sure to touch base with ground staff who can assist you if necessary.
Regards,
Jess
Hi
We are in P10 row A. Is that undercover?
Hi Sandra,
You don’t mention which section (MCC, Ponsford, Olympic or Southern Stand). All seating bays at the MCG begin with Row A closest to the fence and continue back to Row Z, before reverting to Row AA, BB, CC and so on. Here is a table with the drip lines for each section (will download as a PDF).
Regards,
Jess
Great Southern Stand. P10 Row A. So that looks like we will be sitting in the rain then?
Hi Sandra,
You are up very high which will give you some cover. However, if it rains, yes you will be in it. If its sunny, you will have full sun all afternoon. Make sure to bring a hat!
Regards,
Jess
Level 1- roofline (bay 25 row kk): does this mean undercover?
Hi Brian,
Your seat should be under the roof line of Level 2. However, even though there is a roof overhead in some sections of the ground, patrons cannot be guaranteed protection from the elements. All seating bays at the MCG begin with Row A closest to the fence and continue back to Row Z, before reverting to Row AA, BB, CC and so on.
Regards,
Jess
have tickets bay 32 row A is this undercover and are there many stairs to negotiate from gate 1
Hi Jill,
No, you are not undercover. There are a number of steps from the entrance down to your seat, if you required assistance please make contact with ground staff who will assist you to your seat.
Regards,
Jess
Hi. We have tickets in m56 row l. Will this be under cover and roughly how far back is that and are we close to the ground
Hi, Just wanted to know how far back from the first row is row U in Q39 – not sure if it starts at A etc?
Hi Mark,
All seating bays at the MCG begin with Row A closest to the fence and continue back to Row Z, before reverting to Row AA, BB, CC and so on. So you will be at around row 21 from the front.
Regards,
Jess
Hi, I have purchased seat Bay M35, Row HH, Seat 4; for the Geelong V Richmond game 8 Sep 17.
Can you please advise if the seat is under cover?
Hi Tony,
Its hard to tell from the MCG Seat Finder, but I think you should be undercover given your row number.
Regards,
Jess
Hi, I’ve purchased tickets for the mcg in Q4 level 4 Row T. These were the best l could find after 10 minutes of going on sale. I’m wondering how many more rows are behind row T towards the back wall. Curious to know how far back it is.
Thanks Julie
Hi Julie,
All seating bays at the MCG begin with Row A closest to the fence and continue back to Row Z, before reverting to Row AA, BB, CC and so on. So you will be at around 20 rows from the front up on L4.
Enjoy the game!
Jess
Are there lifts from ground level into the stadium? Or at least on to the entry level?
Hi Alvin,
There are ramps up to the entry level for those in wheelchairs or those who cannot navigate stairs. There are also internal ramps and lifts to the upper levels in some areas. Make contact with ground staff who will be able to direct you to the lifts.
Best regards,
Jess
If I sit Ponsford Stand level 2 will i get too much sun, for the boxing day test?
Hi Helen,
No, the Ponsford Stand does not get full sun during the day. Those sitting in the Southern Stand (to your right) will get full afternoon sun, so you are in a good spot!
Kind regards,
Jess
Are there lifts to the top tier.I have tickets for the Boxing Day Match, my seats are, Q22, Seat Numbers W5 -6 and are these seats in the shade
thanks in advance
Hi James,
Yes there are lifts to the top tier. Unfortunately, you will get the afternoon sun sitting in the Southern Stand.
Regards,
Jess
Hello the seat finder is not working to show me where we are sitting for the collingwood and melbourne game on the 12/6/17. The seats are for BAY: GA ROW: GA SEAT: 64 and the other one is the same except the SEAT: 65.
Can someone let me know where these seats are please.
Cheers
Hi Diane,
I have contacted the MCG twice now advising them that their seat finder is not working, no response as yet.
Sounds like you are in General Admission which typically varies from match to match, depending on which teams are playing. Often GA is on the top level (L3) of the Southern Stand. So enter from gates 5 or 6.
Kind regards,
Jess
Hello
I have booked tickets through Ticketek for Boxing Day this year.
I’m in a wheelchair and my older brother is my companion.
The information on our tickets shows
Olympic Stand Level 1
Gate 3 Level 1
Bay M51 – Row NN – Seats 1 and 2
Are these seats undercover?
Toilet facilities close by?
Hi Roger,
There are accessible toilets located here:
Level 1 – M57 and outside the stadium at Light Tower 2
Level 1 – Changing Places facility inside Gate 3 entrance. Patrons require an MLAK Key to access this facility. Patrons can obtain a MLAK Key from MCG event staff at Gate 3.
Other regular toilets are also located near to your seats.
It doesn’t appear that your seats are undercover. I also note that you will need to go down some stairs to reach your seats. So if you did require a wheelchair spot, you should ring Ticketek’s Accessible Seating Hotline on 1300 665 915.
Kind regards,
Jess
HI
The seat finder is not working for the mcg website
I would like to know what the M28 bay is like ( for the brazil V argentina match ) and how do the seats number from when looking at the field?
Is Bay M28 also were the players come out of?
Thanks
Hi Natalie,
Here is a seating plan of the match you are referring to. Unfortunately it doesn’t go into the minutia of seating numbers; but as for the rows, all seating bays at the MCG begin with Row A closest to the fence and continue back to Row Z, before reverting to Row AA, BB, CC and so on.
Bay M28 has a player entrance section, although I’m not sure which team will come out of the bay. You will see from the seating plan that there is another one at M37.
Hope this helps!
Kind regards,
Jess
row 46 isle H is that under cover?
Hi Domenic,
You don’t mention which area of the MCG you will be seated in: Southern, Olympic or Ponsford Stand as well as which level. This seat finder might assist.
Generally, row H on level 1 will not be undercover, on level 2 will be right on the edge of cover and on level 3 will not be undercover.
Regards,
Jess
No problems. Cricket Australia has not yet announced when the 2017 tickets will go on sale, however in 2016 they went on sale in around October.
You can purchase your tickets through Ticketek or through the Cricket Australia website.
I recommend signing up with either (or both) as they often have ticket alerts when big events go on sale. Also, Ticketek often has pre-sale tickets for people who subscribe. These are free services, so don’t sign up to anything that wants to charge you.
I hope this helps.
Kind regards,
Jess
What are the seat like level 4 Q25 row Q does that mean 17 from front level 4??
Hi Jack,
You will be up on the top level at about the 50 metre mark on the Ponsford Stand end.
Yes the rows start from A, run through to Z and then start again at AA – so if the maths checks out you should be 17 rows from the front on the top level.
Enjoy the game!
Jess
We intend attending MCG Boxing Day test 2017 and are unsure of the best position (what stand etc.) in which to book. We will be coming via tram route 70 from Docklands and wonder what the most convenient stand (Gates) would be, bearing in mind length of walk from tram station, and which row would give the most shade throughout the days. Also, when do the sale of tickets open for the general public?? Any advice/information would be most gratefully received. Many thanks from two longtime cricket fans!! Lois and Colin McGough.
Hi Lois and Colin,
Any where on the Ponsford Stand is well shaded throughout the day, but note that you will get the morning sun during day games (Gate 1)
The top deck of the Olympic Stand closer to the members is generally shaded as well (Gate 3). The afternoon sun will effect you through out the Great Southern Stand and near the Olympic stand score board.
I would book the Ponsford Stand, just a 10 minute walk from the tram stop.
Enjoy the Boxing Day test 2017!
Kind regards,
Jess
Many thanks Jess for your prompt reply. Will take your advice re the Ponsford Stand but wonder if you have information on booking (when and where). We are from New Zealand and are at a total loss as to where and when (especially when) to book. We are reasonably computer literate. Can’t thank you enough for your reply as we are two longtime VERY staunch cricket fans, both for Australia and NZ. Our very sincere thanks again. Lois and Colin