AFL Fixture 2027/: Full Draw, Dates, Times & Venues

The full 2027 AFL fixture has been released, with all 18 clubs set for another 24-round home-and-away campaign beginning on Wednesday 17 March. The draw features blockbuster rivalries, high-profile player reunions, an expanded Sunday night schedule and the return of Friday night double-headers.

Sydney leads the way for prime-time exposure, with nine Thursday or Friday night appearances across the first 16 rounds. Three-time reigning premiers Brisbane and 2026 Grand Final opponents Fremantle have eight apiece, while Hawthorn and Adelaide also feature prominently. Among the early highlights are Brisbane hosting Collingwood on Easter Thursday, the Anzac Day clash between Collingwood and Essendon, and Fremantle's Grand Final rematch with Brisbane in Round 8.

There are plenty of personal storylines too. Lachie Neale faces his former Brisbane teammates in Round 2, Zach Merrett meets Essendon in Round 3, and Zak Butters comes up against Port Adelaide during Gather Round. The league has also scheduled a Sunday evening match across the first 13 rounds, giving supporters another regular prime-time window.

Below you'll find every scheduled match from Rounds 1 to 24, including dates, venues and confirmed start times. The final eight rounds remain a floating fixture, meaning exact dates and starting times will be confirmed later.

2027 AFL Fixture – Every Round

Jump directly to a round below, or scroll through the full fixture.

Round 1

Round 2

Round 3

Round 4 – Gather Round (South Australia)

All nine Gather Round matches take place in South Australia, with the times below converted from the official local schedule to AEST.

Round 5

Round 6

Round 7

Round 8

Round 9

Round 10

Round 11

Round 12

Round 13

Round 14

Round 15

Round 16

Round 17 – floating fixture

The AFL has announced matchups and venues for Rounds 17–24, but exact dates and start times are still to be confirmed.

Round 18 – floating fixture

Round 19 – floating fixture

Round 20 – floating fixture

Round 21 – floating fixture

Round 22 – floating fixture

Round 23 – floating fixture

Round 24 – floating fixture

What Stands Out in the 2027 AFL Draw?

A Traditional Start for All 18 Clubs

Opening Round has been dropped in favour of a full nine-match Round 1. Sydney and Geelong launch the season at the SCG on Wednesday night, before Fremantle hosts the Western Bulldogs and Hawthorn takes on Brisbane at the MCG. The later-than-usual start accommodates the 150th anniversary Australia–England Test at the MCG.

Big Rematches and Player Reunions

Fremantle's Round 8 meeting with Brisbane is a replay of the 2026 Grand Final. Brisbane also hosts Collingwood in Round 2, giving new Magpie Lachie Neale an early reunion with his former club. Hawthorn recruit Zach Merrett faces Essendon in Round 3, while Gather Round brings Zak Butters up against Port Adelaide after his move to the Western Bulldogs.

More Prime-Time Football

The AFL has spread matches across more television windows, including Friday night double-headers and Sunday night football during the first 13 rounds. Sydney is particularly prominent in the marquee slots, while St Kilda misses out on Thursday and Friday night appearances across the first 16 rounds.

Floating Fixture for Rounds 17–24

The final eight rounds are listed with confirmed opponents and venues but without fixed dates or start times. This allows the AFL to allocate key matches to preferred broadcast windows as the finals race develops. Check back for updates as those details are released.

2027 AFL Fixture FAQs

When does the 2027 AFL season start?

Wednesday 17 March 2027, when Sydney hosts Geelong at the SCG.

When is Gather Round in 2027?

Gather Round takes place from Thursday 8 April to Sunday 11 April in South Australia, as Round 4.

Has the entire 2027 AFL draw been announced?

All 24 rounds have been announced, including matchups and venues. Dates and starting times for Rounds 17–24 are yet to be finalised.

When is the 2027 AFL Grand Final?

The Grand Final is scheduled for Saturday 2 October 2027 at the MCG.

For match-by-match betting analysis throughout the season, visit our AFL tips and previews section.