Essendon v Brisbane Lions AFL tickets
Round 8, Saturday, 2ND MAY 2026 12:35pm, MCG
View an AFL football match in a new way at the Essendon v Brisbane Lions match in the Medallion Club. We have the best premium football tickets to every match in the Medallion Club at Marvel Stadium.
Sitting in the best seats in the house, you can walk into the exclusive Terrace Bar or book a dining package at Foundry, Stadium Social, Lee Ho Fook or Stoke Grill. When you buy from The Golden Ticket, you don’t need to be a Medallion Club member, simply buy the tickets you deserve to sit in. Make sure you get in touch early and book your seats today!
We have a range of options for this match including Medallion Club, Stark Room, Presidents Functions and Corporate Suites starting at $100pp. Scroll down for full details.
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Watch all the Essendon v Brisbane Lions match day action from our Marvel Stadium Medallion Club seating
With Premium Level 2 cushioned seats on the wing, you can choose from:
Centre Wing Seats: Level 2 Section 13 (click to view)
Wing Seats: Level 2 Section 9 (click to view)
Goal Seats: Level 2 Section 4 (click to view)
Goal Seats: Level 2 Section 23 (click to view)
These seats come with access to the exclusive Terrace Bar – with a wide range of beers, wines and spirits, a relaxed atmosphere and prime viewing positions for the game. The Terrace BBQ and Smokehouse is open on the Terrace balcony for a casual dining option.
Dining packages are also available, with a choice of venues to suit your tastes.
Medallion Club tickets provide access to the Foundry. Settle into this high-energy sports bar, complete with a live DJ booth that keeps the atmosphere buzzing. Watch the game from the windows or on our many screens all whilst enjoying a fun atmosphere with a variety of gourmet dishes from the Foundry Feast Me Menu (min 2 guests). The menu matches the mood, serving up a high-impact, shareable feast inspired by global street food and bold South American flavours. Drinks purchased on consumption.
Children are welcome to dine at Foundry.
One of Melbourne’s few Good Food Guided ‘hatted’ Asian restaurants, Lee Ho Fook is renowned for its delicious style of new-wave Chinese cuisine. Lee Ho Fook can now be enjoyed at Marvel Stadium with the Lee Ho Fook signature menu including a harmonic selection of house specialties (min 2 guests). The Lee Ho Fook Classic Menu is available on Sundays. Drinks purchased on consumption.
Children are welcome to dine at Lee Ho Fook.
At Stoke Grill, the teams behind Stokehouse and Stokehouse Pasta & Bar have brought a menu packed with flavour featuring flame-kissed cuts of meat, fresh seafood, and indulgent dishes prepared by our Executive Chef, Jason Staudt and his talented team. We also have a premium beverage package to match the experience.
Three course premium dining menu at Stoke Grill (min 2 guests)
Continuous premium beverage package begins approximately 90-120 minutes pre-match and concludes 30 mins post match
Dessert at half time
First class waiter service
Children are welcome to dine at Stoke Grill.
This modern gastropub is where classic meets contemporary. Transforming fresh and locally sourced produce into comforting classics to enjoy with family and friends. Watch the game from the windows or on our many screens all whilst enjoying a fun atmosphere with a variety of gourmet dishes from the Stadium Social 4 course Feast Me Menu (min 2 guests). Drinks purchased on consumption.
Children are welcome to dine at Stadium Social.
Essendon v Brisbane Lions Centre Wing Seats (Level 2, Section 11-15)
| Ticket Type | Price |
| Stoke Grill Dining Package | $450pp |
| Stadium Social or Lee Ho Fook Dining Package | $250pp |
| Foundry Dining Package | $230pp |
| Seat Only | $150pp |
Essendon v Brisbane Lions Wing Seats (Level 2, Section 7-10 or 16-19)
| Ticket Type | Price |
| Stoke Grill Dining Package | $425pp |
| Stadium Social or Lee Ho Fook Dining Package | $225pp |
| Foundry Dining Package | $205pp |
| Seat Only | $125pp |
Essendon v Brisbane Lions Goal Seats (Level 2, Section 2-4 or 21-24)
| Ticket Type | Price |
| Stoke Grill Dining Package | $400pp |
| Stadium Social or Lee Ho Fook Dining Package | $200pp |
| Foundry Dining Package | $180pp |
| Seat Only | $100pp |
Children are welcome to dine in Foundry, Lee Ho Fook, Stadium Social and Stoke Grill at Marvel Stadium.
Smart casual is the minimum dress standard for entry to the Medallion Club at Marvel Stadium.
If dining in Stoke Grill at Marvel Stadium, Gentlemen must wear a collared shirt, dress shoes or neat shoes must be worn.
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Marvel Stadium Essendon v Brisbane Lions Corporate Suites
All inclusive packages range from our Platters Menu $345pp to our Mid Tier Menu $395pp to our Premium Menu $445pp
If you are looking at entertaining in your own exclusive facility, enquire about Essendon v Brisbane Lions Corporate Box options
Corporate Box/Suite package
Capacity to host between 10 and 18 guests
Stadium entry tickets for your guests
Two VIP car parking spots under the stadium
Private steward service
Supper served at half-time
AFL Records
Closed-circuit television
Corporate suites open 90 minutes before the first bounce
Premium - food menu & drinks menu $445pp
Mid Tier - food menu & drinks menu $395pp
Basic - food menu & drinks menu $345pp
All packages have continuous service of beverages
Ask about hiring an uncatered suite at Marvel Stadium. This is a very cost effective option as you can purchase food and drinks (including alcohol) from the nearby pop-up hub to take into the Suite. Tickets also provide access to the Medallion Club bars and restaurants.
Essendon v Brisbane Lions Official Presidents Function
Join the Essendon Football Club at their Official Presidents Function from the stylish Skyline Lounge.
Inclusions and Benefits
Access to the Skyline Lounge on Centre Wing
Substantial gourmet canapes
Premium beverage package
Traditional half time fare
Premium Level 2 reserved seating
Special guest speakers
Price: $375pp inc. GST
Essendon v Brisbane Lions Stark Room Function
Experience the Stark Room Function with level 2 wing seats.
Inclusions and Benefits
Level 2 reserve seat
Pre-game canapes
Half time fare
Private Function Room – Stark Room
Cash bar facilities
Price: $150pp inc. GST
The 2001 AFL Grand Final - Essendon v Brisbane Lions
If it bleeds we can kill it.
Essendon had been a juggernaut for three years, only losing one match the previous year. Going into their round 10 clash at the Gabba the Bombers again were sitting on top of the ladder, while the Lions were outside the top 8 having lost the previous two matches. In the lead up to the match Leigh Matthews referring to Predator said “If it bleeds, we can kill it. And we reckon Essendon can bleed.” The 36 point win over Essendon started an amazing run for the Lions, they won 15 consecutive games leading up to the grand final.
Essendon and Brisbane finished first and second on the ladder and both won straight through to the much anticipated Grand Final. On a sunny September day in front of a crowd of 91,482 Brisbane started well before Essendon fought back late in the first quarter reducing the margin to 5 points at quarter time. The Bombers took control of the match in the second quarter, Brisbane’s inaccuracy proving costly with Essendon in front by 14 points at the main break.
The game changed after half time, with Brisbane’s pace worrying the tiring legs of the Essendon players. Hart, Johnson and Voss starred for the Lions while Lloyd with five goals and Lucas four were the Bombers best players.
The Golden Ticket is an Essendon Football Club Authorised On-seller and is authorised to sell AFL packages on behalf of the Essendon Football Club.
You don’t need to be a Medallion Club member to purchase these tickets from the Golden Ticket.
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