2026 Smithy’s VFL Grand Final: Geelong Cats vs Box Hill Hawks Date, Start Time, TV Channel, Live Stream, How to watch
The 2026 Smithy’s VFL Grand Final is set for Sunday, September 20, with the Geelong Cats taking on the Box Hill Hawks at IKON Park in Melbourne.
The VFL and VFLW Grand Finals will be played as a double-header at IKON Park on Sunday, September 20. It will be the first time since 2019 that both premiership deciders have been held at the same venue on the same day.
Geelong Reaches 2026 VFL Grand Final
Geelong has been the dominant team throughout the 2026 VFL season.
The Cats finished the home-and-away season with a 16-2 record to claim the minor premiership.
Geelong then defeated Tasmania by 23 points in the first qualifying final before beating Port Melbourne by 47 points in the preliminary final.
The Cats defeated Port Melbourne 14.12 (96) to 6.13 (49) to book their place in the Grand Final.
When is the 2026 Smithy’s VFL Grand Final?
The Grand Final will be played on Sunday, September 20, 2026.
What time does the VFL Grand Final start?
The first bounce is scheduled for 2:05 p.m. AEST.
Where is the VFL Grand Final being played?
The match will be played at IKON Park in Melbourne.
Who is playing in the 2026 VFL Grand Final?
The Geelong Cats will face the Box Hill Hawks.
Geelong VFL Finals Results
First Qualifying Final: Geelong Cats 13.11 (89) def Tasmania 9.12 (66)
First Preliminary Final: Geelong Cats 14.12 (96) def Port Melbourne 6.13 (49)
Geelong Chases First VFL Premiership Since 2012
Geelong last won the VFL premiership in 2012.
The Cats have not appeared in a VFL Grand Final since 2013, when they lost to the Hawks.
Geelong will now have the opportunity to end that long wait for another VFL premiership.
Mark Corrigan Chasing Premiership History
Geelong coach Mark Corrigan will be aiming to add another premiership to his coaching career.
Corrigan was part of Geelong's 2012 premiership team as a player. He later coached the Casey Demons to the 2022 premiership.
Both Grand Final coaches will be looking to win a premiership as both a player and coach with their respective clubs.
2026 Smithy’s VFL Grand Final Tickets
Ticket prices for the 2026 Smithy’s VFL and VFLW Grand Finals are:
Adults: $20
Concession/Pensioners: $15
Children under 15: Free
The ticket includes entry to both Grand Final matches.
Tickets are available through the VFL's official ticketing platform.
How to Watch the 2026 VFL Grand Final
The 2026 Smithy’s VFL Grand Final will be broadcast live and free on ABC TV VIC.
Fans across Australia can also watch through ABC iview.
A live stream will also be available through AFL.com.au and the AFL Live Official App.
2026 Smithy’s VFL Grand Final FAQs
When is the 2026 Smithy’s VFL Grand Final?
The Grand Final will be played on Sunday, September 20, 2026.
What time does the VFL Grand Final start?
The first bounce is scheduled for 2:05 p.m. AEST.
Where is the VFL Grand Final being played?
The match will be played at IKON Park in Melbourne.
Who is playing in the 2026 VFL Grand Final?
The Geelong Cats will face the Box Hill Hawks.
How can I watch the VFL Grand Final?
The match will be shown live on ABC TV VIC and ABC iview, with streaming also available through AFL.com.au and the AFL Live Official App.
How much are VFL Grand Final tickets?
Adult tickets cost $20, concession and pensioner tickets cost $15, while children under 15 enter free.
When was Geelong's last VFL premiership?
Geelong last won the VFL premiership in 2012.
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