Looking for something to do in Adelaide on the first weekend in April? Look no further — Gather Round is back! Over four days, all nine football matches are being played in and around Adelaide, instead of being spread out all across the country. Last year, over , people attended the matches, which were held at Adelaide Oval and at suburban and regional football grounds.
Other matches will be played in suburban Norwood and up in the beautiful Adelaide Hills , with live music, player appearances and interactive games and installations. For the full fixture and to see when your team is playing, visit the AFL website.
There is plenty to do in and around Adelaide during Gather Round. Elder Park, on the Torrens riverbank, is the home of the Festival of Footy, hosting games and events all weekend. You might even see your favourite player wandering around! Head into Gilbert Place in the city to watch every match on a big screen, and enjoy food and drinks with your friends. Local bars, cafes and restaurants will be open to showcase South Australian produce and drinks, while live entertainment will include indie rock band the Temper Trap.
If you missed out on tickets, the AFL is releasing a limited number of tickets to all matches at 1pm venue local time on Thursday, March Tickets are expected to sell out fast — so get in quick! Alternatively, if you have family or friends who can no longer attend a match, they can transfer their tickets to you via the Ticketek app. Adelaide is famous for its festivals , and Gather Round is just another reason to head down to this beautiful city. Warehouse manager by day, Amy moonlights as a freelance writer and amateur netballer.
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