Saturday, September 27, 2025, first bounce 2:30pm

There must be something in the water. From premiership wins to world-class talent, champions are made here for a reason. The Cats are into the AFL Grand Final and the whole city is buzzing. It’s the biggest week of the year in Geelong and you’ll feel the pride everywhere you go. Come see it for yourself, it’s so much fun!

The City of Greater Geelong is backing the boys in blue and white with billboards, banners, and even a “Go Cats” projection lighting up City Hall.

Public spaces will be dressed in team colours, memorabilia displays are popping up across town, and Eastern Beach Reserve is hosting a free family-friendly live site on Grand Final day from 12pm. Pack a picnic rug, grab your crew, and soak up the atmosphere by the bay.

Here’s where you can cheer, sip and snack your way through Grand Final Day.

Edge Geelong

Four days of footy fun. Edge has you sorted for the whole long weekend with waterfront knock-offs, bottomless cocktails on Grand Final morning, extra TVs, game day specials and live tunes. Plus happy hour on Sunday if you’ve still got gas in the tank.

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Eureka Hotel

Eureka is going all out for Grand Final Day. Take your pick between ticketed packages with meals, drinks and balcony views, or roll in early and grab a spot at the bar.

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Sawyers Arms Tavern

Catch the game in the courtyard with free sausage rolls at half-time. Classic pub footy vibes.

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Bellarine Estate

Bellarine Estate is going big with the AFL Grand Final on the big screen, plus their famous Texas BBQ, happy hour at half-time and live music after the siren.

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Queen of the West

Catch the action on the big screens with all-day dining and live music after the match. Doors open from midday and bookings are essential.

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Ket Baker, Belmont

Grand Final Fever hits Ket Baker this Saturday. Wear your Geelong Cats or Brisbane Lions colours, spend $20 in one go, and score a free sourdough pastry. One per transaction while stocks last.

Portarlington Grand Hotel

The ultimate game-day feed. Watch the match on the big screens and dig into platter boards stacked with footy favourites. $40 per platter

Bookings essential.

Portarlington Grand Hotel, Portarlington

Batesford Hotel

Head to Geelong’s biggest outdoor screen in the beer garden. The kitchen’s open all day with footy specials, then live music kicks off straight after the siren.

Book your table.

Other Local Favourites

Buckleys – Game on the big screen, Bookings.
Waurn Ponds Hotel – Watch in the beer garden. Check socials for updates.
Murphys Geelong – If it’s on Fox Sports, it’s on at Murphys. Expect full Grand Final coverage. Keep an eye on their socials for updates.

Grab your mates, lock in a table and get ready for a massive AFL Grand Final long weekend in Geelong and on The Bellarine.

Stay the weekend

The Grand Final only takes up one afternoon, but the long weekend is the perfect excuse to stay a little longer. Wake up by the coast, wander through wineries, check out the arts scene or enjoy the local beaches. Boutique stays, luxury retreats, family holiday parks and everything in between makes it easy to turn game day into a full weekend getaway.

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