Melbourne
Essendon
Melbourne
2026 Toyota AFL Premiership

Melbourne vs Essendon

3:15pm, Sunday, 21 March 2027 (Local)•ROUND 1

Melbourne Cricket Ground

Essendon
Dan Janiszewski November 2nd, 2026

Packages on offer

Corporate Boxes

The smallest box size
Corporate Box for 12 to 14 guests
12 to 14 Guests
Beer, Wine, Softdrinks (4.5hr)

4.5 hours of beverage
Beer, Wine & Softdrinks

2026 Private Facility

Private Facility
for your group

Theatre Style

Theatre Style +
bar stools

2026 Box Meal

Canapes on arrival, Grazing Main Course, half time Supper

  • The smallest MCG Corporate Box for 12 to 14 guests
  • All inclusive package - Food, Beverages, Hosts
  • Entertain your clients in private comfort
  • Available for any MCG event
Investment
$495
Per person ex.GST
The standard sized box
Corporate Box for 16 to 18 guests
16 to 18 Guests
Beer, Wine, Softdrinks (4.5hr)

4.5 hours of beverage
Beer, Wine & Softdrinks

2026 Private Facility

Private Facility
for your group

Theatre Style

Theatre Style +
bar stools

2026 Box Meal

Canapes on arrival, Grazing Main Course, half time Supper

  • The Medium Sized Box holding 16 to 18 guests
  • Perfect for entertaining your clients
  • Available for any MCG event
  • All inclusive package - drinks, food and waiters
Investment
$495
Per person ex.GST
For Larger Groups
Corporate Box for 20 to 22 guests
20 to 22 Guests
Beer, Wine, Softdrinks (4.5hr)

4.5 hours of beverage
Beer, Wine & Softdrinks

2026 Private Facility

Private Facility
for your group

Theatre Style

Theatre Style +
bar stools

2026 Box Meal

Canapes on arrival, Grazing Main Course, half time Supper

  • The largest MCG Corporate Box holds 20 to 22 guests
  • Perfect for bigger groups
  • Private facility
  • Available for all events at the MCG
Investment
$495
Per person ex.GST
The Ultimate Private Facility
The Nissan Lounge (Exclusive Use)
40, 50 to 60 Guests
Beer, Wine, Spirits (4hr)

Premium Beverage
Beer, Wine & Spirits

2026 Private Facility

Private Facility
for your group

3 Course Meal

3 Course
Sit Down Meal

Theatre Style

Theatre Style +
bar stools

  • Private Use of the Nissan Lounge.
  • Sit down for 48 guests. Cocktail to 60 guests
  • Tables at the rear of the room
  • Theatre style seats at the front
Investment
$499
Per person ex.GST

Shared Function Spaces

2026 Olympic Room – MFC – Standard
● Available
Onsite dining with tickets
The Olympic Room
8 to 12 Guests
Beer, Wine, Spirits (4hr)

Premium Beverage
Beer, Wine & Spirits

Grandstand Seating

Reserved Grandstand
Seating (outside)

3 Course Meal

3 Course
Sit Down Meal

Shared Facility

Shared
Facility

  • The premier dining room at the MCG
  • Glass fronted facility overlooking the ground
  • Premium & Reserved Level 2 seating
  • Book from 8 to 12 guests
Investment
$460
Per person ex.GST
Large Supersuite (Shared facility)
The Nissan Lounge - Tables of 8
8, 16, 24 to 32 Guests
Beer, Wine, Spirits (4hr)

Premium Beverage
Beer, Wine & Spirits

3 Course Meal

3 Course
Sit Down Meal

Theatre Style

Theatre Style +
bar stools

Shared Facility

Shared
Facility

  • A syndicated Super Suite
  • Tables of 8 - perfect for small numbers
  • Sit down dining at the rear of the room
  • Theatre style seats at the front
Investment
$499
Per person ex.GST

Melbourne vs Essendon – Round 1 AFL 2027

Book your MCG Corporate Box or premium hospitality package for Melbourne vs Essendon, Sunday 21 March 2027 at 3:15pm (AEDT). Dynamic Sports Marketing offers private corporate suites, premium dining and shared hospitality experiences for this Round 1 clash at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

The Demons host the Bombers in their opening fixture of the 2027 AFL Premiership Season, with both clubs looking to begin the year on a winning note.

Sunday afternoon football at the MCG provides an excellent opportunity to entertain clients, reward staff or enjoy a day at the football with friends. With two established Melbourne clubs meeting on one of the game’s biggest stages, there will be plenty at stake from the opening bounce.

Melbourne and Essendon Split Their 2026 Encounters

The Demons and Bombers shared the honours across their two meetings in 2026, with each club recording a convincing 45-point victory.

Their first encounter came during Gather Round at Adelaide Oval, where Essendon produced one of the season’s surprise results. The Bombers defeated Melbourne 17.11 (113) to 10.8 (68), ending a 17-match losing streak stretching back to May 2025.

Essendon turned the contest in the third quarter, kicking six goals to one to take control and secure a much-needed victory.

Melbourne responded emphatically when the teams met again at the MCG in Round 14.

The Demons won 13.17 (95) to 6.14 (50) in front of 41,438 spectators, with Kysaiah Pickett producing an outstanding performance of 32 disposals, three goals and 10 score involvements.

The result demonstrated how quickly fortunes can change between these two sides. Essendon will be hoping to reproduce its Gather Round form, while Melbourne will look to continue the dominance it showed in their most recent meeting.

Watch the official AFL match coverage and highlights from Melbourne vs Essendon, Round 14 2026.

MCG Corporate Boxes and Hospitality Options

Enjoy Melbourne vs Essendon from the comfort of a private MCG Corporate Box, also known as an MCG Corporate Suite.

Dynamic Sports Marketing offers a selection of corporate boxes suited to different group sizes and entertaining requirements.

  • 12, 13 or 14 seater MCG Corporate Box, ideal for smaller groups seeking a private match-day experience.
  • 16, 17 or 18 seater MCG Corporate Box, suited to entertaining clients, business associates or colleagues.
  • 20, 21 or 22 seater MCG Corporate Box, an excellent option for larger corporate functions and group entertaining.

For those who prefer a premium dining experience without booking a private suite, we also offer two established MCG hospitality facilities.

  • The Olympic Room offers restaurant-style dining, premium beverages and reserved Level 2 grandstand seating. Tables of 10 are available, with smaller groups accommodated on shared tables.
  • The Nissan Lounge combines premium sit-down dining with theatre-style seating behind glass. Tables of eight are available, with exclusive bookings for larger groups at selected matches.

Our experienced team can assist with package selection, catering arrangements, ticket distribution and pre-event information.

Book Melbourne vs Essendon Corporate Hospitality

Whether you’re organising a corporate function, rewarding your team or planning a Sunday afternoon at the football with friends, Dynamic Sports Marketing can help you find a suitable MCG hospitality package.

With more than 12 years’ experience arranging premium AFL hospitality, we provide a single point of contact throughout the booking process.

Call 1300 660 509 or submit an enquiry through the form on this page to discuss corporate box availability and hospitality packages for Melbourne vs Essendon on Sunday 21 March 2027.