AFL Pre-Season Tickets: West Coast Eagles and Fremantle Dockers Community Series Sales Start Next Week
The excitement is building for Australian Rules football fans as the AFL has announced ticket details for the upcoming 2026 AAMI Community Series. Supporters of the West Coast Eagles and Fremantle Dockers will soon have the chance to secure their spots for these crucial pre-season matches, which serve as a key warm-up before the regular season kicks off.
Ticket Release Schedule and Match Details
Tickets for all pre-season games in the AAMI Community Series will become available for purchase starting next Wednesday, February 4. Club members and AFL members will enjoy an exclusive early access window, with sales opening at 9am AWST. General public sales will follow at 12pm AWST, allowing all fans to plan their attendance.
The series features competitive clashes for all 18 AFL teams, with matches structured as four full 20-minute quarters plus time on. This format provides a realistic game environment, though teams will have the flexibility to experiment with their line-ups. Notably, there will be no interchange cap, and squads will be expanded to 30 players, giving coaches ample opportunity to assess talent and finalise their best 22 ahead of round one.
Western Australian Fixtures and Venues
For Western Australian supporters, two high-profile matches are scheduled. The Fremantle Dockers will take on the minor premiers, Adelaide, at Rushton Park in Mandurah on Saturday, February 28, with a start time of 6.10pm. Meanwhile, the West Coast Eagles will host Port Adelaide at Mineral Resources Park, also at 6.10pm. These games promise to deliver intense action as both local teams fine-tune their strategies against formidable opponents.
Pricing and Membership Benefits
In a move to make the games accessible, the AFL has confirmed that club members, AFL members, and children aged 14 and under will receive free general admission to all Community Series clashes, subject to venue capacity. However, it is essential to note that these individuals must still obtain a ticket to redeem their entry. For the general public, ticket prices will start at $20 for adults and $10 for children, offering an affordable option for families and casual fans to enjoy live footy action.
Additional Pre-Season Activities
Beyond the Community Series, both Western Australian clubs have additional preparations lined up. Fremantle and West Coast will face each other in a pre-season clash on February 21 at Cockburn Oval. This match, however, will be closed to the public and available exclusively via pay television, providing a behind-the-scenes glimpse for dedicated viewers. Reflecting on last year's preparations, West Coast engaged in match simulation against Richmond before a pre-season game against North Melbourne in Bunbury, while Fremantle battled the Indigenous All-Stars and then took on Melbourne in Mandurah, highlighting the varied approaches teams take to get ready for the season.
As the countdown to the 2026 AFL season begins, these pre-season matches offer fans an early taste of the action and teams a vital platform to build momentum. With ticket sales imminent, supporters are encouraged to act quickly to ensure they don't miss out on witnessing their favourite sides in competitive form.
