Adelaide will kick off the AFL’s Gather Round for a fourth consecutive year, with a Thursday night opener against Carlton at Adelaide Oval.
The AFL announced the 2026 Gather Round fixture on Wednesday, slating the Crows to face the Blues in a rematch of their first Gather Round clash in 2023.
Gather Round will again include nine matches across four days from April 9-12, with all 18 clubs descending on South Australia.
It will coincide with the first week of school holidays in South Australia, and will also fall after the Easter long weekend.
The Crows’ Gather Round match against Geelong in 2025 sold out within 24 hours.
To avoid missing out, become a Crows member here and access the member priority window when tickets go on sale.
Adelaide Football Club game access members will receive priority access to Gather Round ticketing for Adelaide's match.
The Crows’ Gather Round match against Geelong in 2025 sold out within 24 hours.
Crows Members and fans will be notified of tickets on sale dates and further ticketing information in the coming weeks.
2026 Gather Round fixture
Adelaide v Carlton
When: Thursday, April 9
Where: Adelaide Oval
Time: 7.10pm
