The AFL has locked in the 2026 AFL Grand Final Parade for Friday 25 September, with an enhanced fan experience and exciting new additions to this year's procession.
The fan-friendly route will again bypass public roads, giving parade-goers more viewing opportunities.
Adding to the family-friendly atmosphere of AFL Grand Final week, Australian entertainment icons The Wiggles will join the parade, travelling in their Wiggles-branded Toyota HiLux Big Red Utes in celebration of their popular ‘Big Red Ute' song and a nod to their beloved hit song ‘Big Red Car.'
Following the Parade, the Grand Final teams and the 2026 AFL Premiership Cup will be presented on the Footy Fest TCL Main Stage at Yarra Park at approximately midday.
The Parade route will again progress through Melbourne Park, into Birrarung Marr, across William Barak Bridge and into the MCG's Yarra Park precinct, finishing at the Footy Fest.
For those unable to attend, the parade will be broadcast live on Fox Footy from 10.00 am.
Approximate timing of the 2026 AFL Grand Final Parade
9:00 am - Entertainment commences
9:30 am - Wiggles performance
10:30 am - Grand Final Parade
12:00 pm - Premiership Cup presented
