When and where is the NFL game in Melbourne?
Melbourne's first regular season NFL game is on at 10.35am, 11 September 2026 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. If you're heading to the game, plan ahead and look into public transport options available from the city. And if you're bringing a bag to the game, follow the clear bag policy.
Who is playing in the NFL Melbourne match?
The Los Angeles Rams take on the San Francisco 49ers in Melbourne's NFL match.
Can I still get NFL Melbourne game tickets?
Standard tickets are now sold out but there are limited VIP tickets still available for the match. If you didn't score tickets, there are plenty of Melbourne venues hosting watch parties.
The best NFL events, activations and special offers in Melbourne
NFL Kickoff Festival
NFL takes over Melbourne Park this September with a football themed festival for fans.
NFL Week: Melbourne End Zone
Two days of free NFL fan zone action, with games and film screenings, entertainment and activations.
49ers Melbourne Takeover
Join the 49ers faithful at Transport Bar ahead of the historic 49ers vs Rams game at the MCG.
49ers Gameday Watch Party
Join the faithful at Transport Bar to watch the 49ers take on the Los Angeles Rams.
Queen Victoria Market
Enjoy a fun NFL-inspired photo opp at the redecorated String Bean Alley ahead of the 11 Sept game.
Hickens Hotel
NFL is coming to Hickens. Expect big screens, live performances, epic games and cold beers. 11 Sep.
Garden State Hotel
Watch live on the mega-screen, with pre-game and post-game entertainment. 11 Sep, from 9am.
Voco Melbourne Central
The lower-ground car park will transform into an all-out American Tailgate Party. Thu 10 Sep, 5-8pm.
BearBrass
Kick off your NFL game day the right way with a hearty breakfast, Friday 11 Sept from 7:30am.
Imperial Hotel
Watch the game-day action live from the MCG, with big screens and specials. 11 Sept, from 9am.
The Oxford Scholar
With live music, drink specials, entertainment, giveaways, merch and prizes. 11 Sept, from 9am.
The Waterside Hotel
Watch the NFL, with US-inspired food and drink specials, live music and DJs. 10 & 11 Sep, from 9am.
Melbourne Skydeck
Elevate your game day with $25 admission, including a house beer or wine. To 30 Sep. T&Cs apply.
Riverland Bar
Gameday screening from 7.30am 11 Sept, and serving up the Aussie Works Burger all week (6-13 Sept).
Springrock Public Bar
$25 bottomless chicken wings from first whistle to final, plus drinks specials from 9am, 11 Sep.
Quarterhouse
Watch the Rams vs 49ers live, with hot dogs, face painting & cheerleaders. 11 Sep, from 9.30am.
Hopscotch
A week of American-inspired specials, big screens, and live entertainment, open from 7am 11 Sep.
Good Nature
Watch the Rams v 49ers across big screens, with food, drinks and all the action. 11 Sept, from 8am.
The Duke of Wellington
Enjoy the pre and post game action with the match running live on big screens, 11 Sept from 7am.
Father's Office Downtown
Showing live, grab a seat, load up on game-day fuel ($1 wings), and cheer with the crew, from 9am.
Afloat Yamas Greece
Reserve your spot to dine a la carte and watch all the NFL action, Fri 11 Sept from 9.30am.
Urban Alley Brewery
Grab your mates and book a table to catch all the live game action on the big screen. 11 Sept, 10am
Ludlow Bar and Dining Room
Enjoy the party atmosphere with food, drinks, a crowd and the game on the big screen. 11 Sept, 10am
Ballers Clubhouse
Includes a beer, hot dog & fries, the game on the big screen and half time fun. 11 Sept, 9am. $25pp
P.J.O'Brien's Irish Pub
Watch the game live & loud, with the kitchen open from noon. 11 Sept, from 10am
Fern Bar & Dining
Brisket sliders, mac & cheese croquettes, tacos, spicy margaritas. Dish & drink $30, 4-12 Sep
The Greenery
Enjoy game-day favourites like footlong dogs & buffalo wings. Any dish & beer $20. 4-12 Sep
Last updated on Mon 7 Sep 2026
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