The AFL revealed the 2026 Gather Round schedule on Wednesday, confirming Adelaide will kick off the event for the fourth year running. The Crows will face Carlton in a Thursday night opener at Adelaide Oval, revisiting their inaugural Gather Round matchup from 2023.
Adelaide's 2025 Gather Round match against Geelong sold out within 24 hours, highlighting strong demand.
Become a Crows member to access the priority ticket window and avoid missing out.
Members with Adelaide Football Club game access will get early access to tickets for the Gather Round. Fans and members will be notified soon about ticket sale dates and additional details.
The AFL also noted the participation of an 18-year-old player who lined up in her first final on Sunday.
Summary: Adelaide leads the 2026 Gather Round kickoff, with all teams playing nine matches in South Australia over four days, offering priority ticket access to club members amid high demand.