Fremantle Dockers v Sydney Swans
Round 18
Thursday
9 July 2026
4:30pm
Gates Open
6.10pm
Start Time
Fremantle Dockers v Sydney Swans
Fremantle will take on Sydney Swans on Thursday 9 July.
TICKETING
Tickets on sale via Ticketmaster.
Mobile Tickets
Find your mobile ticket in the Ticketmaster App and download to your phone wallet before leaving for the event to ensure they can be scanned if phone or Wi-Fi connections are limited.
Please note: Screenshots of your tickets, including QR/ barcodes, will not be accepted and entry will be denied.
KIDS FOOTY MONTH
Footy is the place to be, even better - Kids Go Free!
Just in time for the school holidays, kids are taking charge of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season.
The AFL are inviting families across the country to celebrate Kids Footy Month thanks to Coles. Kids ages 14 years and under will have free entry* across games between Rounds 16 to 19 plus heaps of exciting activities for families and kids.
*Subject to capacity and availability. Please see terms and conditions below.
THURSDAY NIGHT FOOTY
Transport changes:The Suburban Event Bus Network and direct trains on the Yanchep and Mandurah lines will not be operating before the game due to the weekday peak-hour clash. Use the Transperth Journey Planner to plan your journey.
Traffic is expected to be heavy around the stadium precinct, so plan ahead and allow extra time to arrive early.
GAME DAY DINING
Located outside near Gate D, City View Café offers a delicious à la carte menu, full-strength beverages and stunning views of Perth City and the Swan River. The Café will be open from gates until the game starts. To make a booking, please visit OpenTable here.
GAME DAY ROOFTOP EXPERIENCE
Don’t miss the chance to take your experience up a level.
Watch the footy action from Optus Stadium’s rooftop seats - 42m above the field!
Visit here to book your one-of-a-kind experience.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
Public transport is included in your event ticket for three hours either side of the game.
Important changes for Thursday Night Footy:The Suburban Event Bus Network and direct trains on the Yanchep and Mandurah lines will not be operating before the game due to the weekday peak-hour clash.
Use the Transperth Journey Planner to plan your journey.
Know Before You Go
Make sure to plan ahead before you arrive at the stadium.
During the Perth Park construction period from March 2026, the park will be temporarily closed to the public.
To travel between the Stadium and Crown, please use the Camfield Drive pathway, Victoria Park Drive pathway or riverside path.
For more information visit Perth Park
Public transport is included in your event ticket for three hours either side of the game.
Use the Transperth Journey Planner to plan your journey.
There is no parking available at Optus Stadium on major event days. Optus Stadium has limited ACROD parking bays available for major events. Registrations for ACROD parking are managed by registering online and are issued by email. Registrations will open closer to the event date.
ACROD RegistrationThe primary taxi rank is located off Victoria Park Drive. The taxi rank is adjacent to the Eastern Train Station accessible via the underpass.
In addition, an eight-stand pick up and drop off facility is located on Sailani Avenue in East Perth for taxi and other on-demand transport services to use e.g. Uber or Ola. Passengers of these services will be able to access the stadium via a short walk across the Matagarup Bridge. Pick up and drop off for private vehicles is not permitted.
Find your mobile tickets in the Ticketmaster app. Download your ticket & turn your phone brightness up at the gate.
Please note: Screenshots of your tickets, including QR/ barcodes, will not be accepted and entry will be denied.
Mobile TicketsOptus Stadium is a cashless venue so please bring your card.
Optus Stadium is a cashless venue so please bring your card. The Cash exchange outlet will be in operation behind Section 132.
Official AFL merchandise can be purchased from authorised sellers located within the Stadium and Stadium Park.
Filled or empty drink bottles permitted. No glass bottles allowed.
