Western Bulldogs v Melbourne
Round 17
Western Bulldogs v Melbourne
Sunday 14 July 3:20pm
Gates open 1:30pm
Ticketing
Juniors under 5 are free without a ticket. A ticket is required if they wish to occupy a seat.
AFL Junior members are 17 years and under.
Valid Concessions: Centrelink Pensioner CC or Health CC, DVA or Pensioner Concession cards and full time secondary or tertiary student card.
Only tickets purchased via Ticketmaster are valid for entry to the event. Tickets purchased via on-seller sites such as Viagogo, ebay or GumTree may not gain entry. We do not encourage anyone to purchase by these 3rd party agencies.
Please note if you are using a ticket not in your name we are not allowed to re-print or alter the ticket if there are any complications. If you do choose to purchase a ticket from another patron make sure they perform a ticket transfer. For more information on ticket transfers go here: https://www.ticketmaster.com/h/transfertickets.html
VFL Curtain Raiser
Gates 3, 4, 5, 6, 8 & 9 Open: 11:30am
VFL Match – Footscray Buldogs v Casey Demons: 11:50am
General Admission
Any patron with a valid ticket or membership may scan to enter and sit in general admission areas on Level 1 between Aisles 2-8 or on Level 3 (some reserved areas apply). Please note this is subject to change.
Fightback Round
The Western Bulldogs v Melbourne clash at Marvel Stadium will commemorate 30 years since the most significant moment in the Bulldogs’ history – the Fightback of 1989.
Around the ground:
- The Bulldogs will be playing in a special themed guernsey that pays homage to the Fightback campaign of 1989.
- A VFL Curtain Raiser between Footscray & Casey Demons (Footscray will also wear the special guernsey) commencing at 11:50am.
- Fightback Merchandise – including scarves, hoodies, t-shirts and caps.
- Fightback themed official match-day function here at Marvel Stadium.
- At quarter time, one participant selected pre-match will be invited to come out and kick for goal from 30m out. If the kick is successful, they will win $1,989.
- In the weeks leading into Sunday’s match, Bulldogs fans have been asked to share their Fightback memories, and how they contributed in their own unique way to ‘Save The Dogs.’ A group of these fans have been selected to participate in a ‘Walk of Honour’ along the members wing at three quarter time, to create a symbolic opportunity to acknowledge the role that all fans played in ‘Saving The Club.’
Read all about Fightback Round here.
Club Hubs & Merchandise
Club Hubs are located at Gate 5.
Club Hub 1: Western Bulldogs FC Membership
Club Hub 2: Western Bulldogs FC Merchandise
Club Hub 3: AFL
Club Hub 4: Melbourne FC
Western Bulldogs Football Club will have merchandise at Gate 5 (Aisle 34) & Gate 7 (Aisle 23).
Win Free Hot Chips
Throughout Round 17 at Marvel Stadium, we’re giving patrons the chance to win free hot chips!
All you have to do is guess who has the most possessions between two players by half-time via SMS.
Be amongst the first to submit the correct answer before the 15 minute mark of the second quarter and you could win a free large hot chips!
Available from the following outlets:
- Level 1 – Aisles 4, 18, 31, 45
- Level 2 – Aisles 5, 20, 31, 42
- Level 3 – Aisles 5, 20, 29, 44
If successful, you’ll be sent an SMS advising you of your win & a QR code that you scan to redeem your free regular chips at any food outlet within the stadium.
Cloaking/Customer Service
Our Customer Service Desk (cloaking available) is located on Level 1 Aisle 43 (inside Gate 4).
Need assistance? Just ask one of our friendly customer service representatives, found at the end of your aisle or at your nearest gate!
Activations
External Concourse:
Western Bulldogs FC Photobooth & Spinning Wheel – Club Hub 1
Western Bulldogs FC Poster Giveaways – Gate 7
Victoria University Draft Combine Activities – Gate 4/5
Western Bulldogs FC Inflatable Jumping Castle & White King Bowling Activation – Gate 7
Marvel Spider-Man Climbing wall – Gate 4
Thor’s Hammer – Gate 5
Marvel Cans – Gate 4
Internal:
Western Bulldogs FC Team Photo Wall – Gate 6
Marvel Stadium Children’s Colouring Wall – Gate 7
Western Bulldogs Footscray End Fan Zone – Gate 7
Marvel Hulkbuster – Gate 1
Lifesize Marvel Height Chart – Gate 3-4
Marvel Social Media Photobooth – Gate 3
Ceiling Mural – Gate 4
Captain Marvel Mural – Gate 4
Captain Marvel Wall of Heroes – Gate 4
Sunday Funday
Every Sunday is Woolworths Sunday Funday at the AFL with kids getting in FREE!
There are a load of fun activities to check out. There’s the Woolworths AFL uCube Playground which is full of fun activities the whole family can enjoy. At selected matches make sure you stay back after the game and take part in the Macca’s Kick 2 Kick on the arena!
So what are you waiting for? Bring the kids down and experience the fun and exciting entertainment of an AFL game with the whole family
AFL uCube Playground
Located internally at Level 1 Aisle 33.
The Marvel Vault
The Marvel Vault will be open inside Gate 2 pre-gate opening and during the event!
Food & Drinks
McCafe
McCafe is now available at Marvel Stadium!
They are located:
Level 1: Aisles 30 and 43
Water Stations
We have FREE Water Stations located at the following:
Level 1 Aisle 17 & 32
Internally at Gate 2
Level 2 Aisle 40 & 33
Level 3 Aisle 5, 20, 29 & 44
Getting to Marvel Stadium
Patrons are advised that Car Park Entrance C is for Marvel Stadium Personnel and Officials only. Please continue to use Entry A (Bourke St) or E (Wurundjeri Way).
ATM Locations
- Level 1 Gate 2 (internal & external),
- Gate 1 (internal), Gate 7 (internal)
- Level 2 Gate 9
- Level 3 Aisle 8 and 32
Phone Charging Stations
Marvel Stadium provides phone charging stations for patrons inside the venue.
These are located on Level 1 at Gates 1 and 3.
Parent Rooms & Pram Policy
- Parent Rooms are located Level 1 Aisle 3 & 4 and Aisle 28.
- Parent Room facilities include baby change table, child-friendly play panel, a microwave and television as well as both private and public feeding areas.
- Prams and strollers are permitted into the venue provided that they are stowed or used in a location where patron access and exit is not inhibited or blocked by the pram or stroller such as aisle ways.
- Prams must be stowed either under the seat or can be cloaked free of charge at the Customer Service Desk on Level 1 Aisle 43 (inside Gate 4). Prams and strollers may be positioned in wheelchair bays providing that priority is given to mobility impaired patrons.
- Patrons with prams or strollers on Level 3 may park their empty pram or stroller behind the disabled seating at aisles 6, 19, 30 & 43.
Scan Out Policy
- Patrons will be able to exit and re-enter the stadium by scanning their tickets at the designated turnstiles at Gates 1, 2, 3, 5 and 7.
- Patrons must scan their tickets when they leave the stadium, and again upon re-entry.
First Aid
St John Ambulance personnel are on site for all events
- Level 1 Aisle 40
- Level 2 Aisle 40
- Level 3 Aisle 17 and 41
Conditions of Entry
Lost and Found Property
If you have lost or found property please make your way to the Customer Service Desk located inside Gate 4 on Level 1.
Anti-Social SMS Number
Patrons can report poor behaviour of other patrons by sending an SMS to 0427 767 768.
Ticketing
Juniors under 5 are free without a ticket. A ticket is required if they wish to occupy a seat.
AFL Junior members are 17 years and under.
Valid Concessions: Centrelink Pensioner CC or Health CC, DVA or Pensioner Concession cards and full time secondary or tertiary student card.
Only tickets purchased via Ticketmaster are valid for entry to the event. Tickets purchased via on-seller sites such as Viagogo, ebay or GumTree may not gain entry. We do not encourage anyone to purchase by these 3rd party agencies.
Please note if you are using a ticket not in your name we are not allowed to re-print or alter the ticket if there are any complications. If you do choose to purchase a ticket from another patron make sure they perform a ticket transfer. For more information on ticket transfers go here: https://www.ticketmaster.com/h/transfertickets.html
VFL Curtain Raiser
Gates 3, 4, 5, 6, 8 & 9 Open: 11:30am
VFL Match – Footscray Buldogs v Casey Demons: 11:50am
General Admission
Any patron with a valid ticket or membership may scan to enter and sit in general admission areas on Level 1 between Aisles 2-8 or on Level 3 (some reserved areas apply). Please note this is subject to change.
Fightback Round
The Western Bulldogs v Melbourne clash at Marvel Stadium will commemorate 30 years since the most significant moment in the Bulldogs’ history – the Fightback of 1989.
Around the ground:
- The Bulldogs will be playing in a special themed guernsey that pays homage to the Fightback campaign of 1989.
- A VFL Curtain Raiser between Footscray & Casey Demons (Footscray will also wear the special guernsey) commencing at 11:50am.
- Fightback Merchandise – including scarves, hoodies, t-shirts and caps.
- Fightback themed official match-day function here at Marvel Stadium.
- At quarter time, one participant selected pre-match will be invited to come out and kick for goal from 30m out. If the kick is successful, they will win $1,989.
- In the weeks leading into Sunday’s match, Bulldogs fans have been asked to share their Fightback memories, and how they contributed in their own unique way to ‘Save The Dogs.’ A group of these fans have been selected to participate in a ‘Walk of Honour’ along the members wing at three quarter time, to create a symbolic opportunity to acknowledge the role that all fans played in ‘Saving The Club.’
Read all about Fightback Round here.
Club Hubs & Merchandise
Club Hubs are located at Gate 5.
Club Hub 1: Western Bulldogs FC Membership
Club Hub 2: Western Bulldogs FC Merchandise
Club Hub 3: AFL
Club Hub 4: Melbourne FC
Western Bulldogs Football Club will have merchandise at Gate 5 (Aisle 34) & Gate 7 (Aisle 23).
Win Free Hot Chips
Throughout Round 17 at Marvel Stadium, we’re giving patrons the chance to win free hot chips!
All you have to do is guess who has the most possessions between two players by half-time via SMS.
Be amongst the first to submit the correct answer before the 15 minute mark of the second quarter and you could win a free large hot chips!
Available from the following outlets:
- Level 1 – Aisles 4, 18, 31, 45
- Level 2 – Aisles 5, 20, 31, 42
- Level 3 – Aisles 5, 20, 29, 44
If successful, you’ll be sent an SMS advising you of your win & a QR code that you scan to redeem your free regular chips at any food outlet within the stadium.
Cloaking/Customer Service
Our Customer Service Desk (cloaking available) is located on Level 1 Aisle 43 (inside Gate 4).
Need assistance? Just ask one of our friendly customer service representatives, found at the end of your aisle or at your nearest gate!
Activations
External Concourse:
Western Bulldogs FC Photobooth & Spinning Wheel – Club Hub 1
Western Bulldogs FC Poster Giveaways – Gate 7
Victoria University Draft Combine Activities – Gate 4/5
Western Bulldogs FC Inflatable Jumping Castle & White King Bowling Activation – Gate 7
Marvel Spider-Man Climbing wall – Gate 4
Thor’s Hammer – Gate 5
Marvel Cans – Gate 4
Internal:
Western Bulldogs FC Team Photo Wall – Gate 6
Marvel Stadium Children’s Colouring Wall – Gate 7
Western Bulldogs Footscray End Fan Zone – Gate 7
Marvel Hulkbuster – Gate 1
Lifesize Marvel Height Chart – Gate 3-4
Marvel Social Media Photobooth – Gate 3
Ceiling Mural – Gate 4
Captain Marvel Mural – Gate 4
Captain Marvel Wall of Heroes – Gate 4
Sunday Funday
Every Sunday is Woolworths Sunday Funday at the AFL with kids getting in FREE!
There are a load of fun activities to check out. There’s the Woolworths AFL uCube Playground which is full of fun activities the whole family can enjoy. At selected matches make sure you stay back after the game and take part in the Macca’s Kick 2 Kick on the arena!
So what are you waiting for? Bring the kids down and experience the fun and exciting entertainment of an AFL game with the whole family
AFL uCube Playground
Located internally at Level 1 Aisle 33.
The Marvel Vault
The Marvel Vault will be open inside Gate 2 pre-gate opening and during the event!
Food & Drinks
McCafe
McCafe is now available at Marvel Stadium!
They are located:
Level 1: Aisles 30 and 43
Water Stations
We have FREE Water Stations located at the following:
Level 1 Aisle 17 & 32
Internally at Gate 2
Level 2 Aisle 40 & 33
Level 3 Aisle 5, 20, 29 & 44
Getting to Marvel Stadium
Patrons are advised that Car Park Entrance C is for Marvel Stadium Personnel and Officials only. Please continue to use Entry A (Bourke St) or E (Wurundjeri Way).
ATM Locations
- Level 1 Gate 2 (internal & external),
- Gate 1 (internal), Gate 7 (internal)
- Level 2 Gate 9
- Level 3 Aisle 8 and 32
Phone Charging Stations
Marvel Stadium provides phone charging stations for patrons inside the venue.
These are located on Level 1 at Gates 1 and 3.
Parent Rooms & Pram Policy
- Parent Rooms are located Level 1 Aisle 3 & 4 and Aisle 28.
- Parent Room facilities include baby change table, child-friendly play panel, a microwave and television as well as both private and public feeding areas.
- Prams and strollers are permitted into the venue provided that they are stowed or used in a location where patron access and exit is not inhibited or blocked by the pram or stroller such as aisle ways.
- Prams must be stowed either under the seat or can be cloaked free of charge at the Customer Service Desk on Level 1 Aisle 43 (inside Gate 4). Prams and strollers may be positioned in wheelchair bays providing that priority is given to mobility impaired patrons.
- Patrons with prams or strollers on Level 3 may park their empty pram or stroller behind the disabled seating at aisles 6, 19, 30 & 43.
Scan Out Policy
- Patrons will be able to exit and re-enter the stadium by scanning their tickets at the designated turnstiles at Gates 1, 2, 3, 5 and 7.
- Patrons must scan their tickets when they leave the stadium, and again upon re-entry.
First Aid
St John Ambulance personnel are on site for all events
- Level 1 Aisle 40
- Level 2 Aisle 40
- Level 3 Aisle 17 and 41
Conditions of Entry
Lost and Found Property
If you have lost or found property please make your way to the Customer Service Desk located inside Gate 4 on Level 1.
Anti-Social SMS Number
Patrons can report poor behaviour of other patrons by sending an SMS to 0427 767 768.