With Fremantle locked in to the big dance, it’s going to be hard to find a pub in the west that won’t have the game on every screen in the house. As we’ve all waited on the edge of our seats this finals series, many Perth venues have put in the work to plan the ultimate day out – and if there’s any room left, we’d be heading into these spots!
Dave & Buster’s Festival of Football
The brand-new arcade in Perth’s north is letting go of its American roots and embracing Aussie Rules, decking the venue out for a Festival of Football.
The 9-metre screen will be dedicated to Grand Final coverage, with food and entertainment galore for all the downtime. There will be a live Q&A with an AFL star, competitions, and a Main Street Tattoo pop-up if festival-goers wish to immortalise the result.
Grand Final at Crown
Forget the crowded pub – how about a seat at the theatre?
The biggest game of the year will be broadcast on the state-of-the-art screen and powerful sound system at Crown Theatre, bringing all the atmosphere that comes with the big game to the stage. A panel of footy insiders will provide pre-game perspectives and half-time analysis, and punters will be guaranteed theatre-style seating with no obstructed views.
Otherwise, head to the Crown Sports Bar for a more typical Grand Final experience – packed bar, massive screen. Upgrade to The Box for a private viewing area with tailored drink packages if you’re up for a splurge.
The Big Dance at the Leederville Precinct
The Leederville Precinct is going above and beyond to make the contest special, planning a huge celebration across all their venues.
Newcastle Street will be shut down, with screens, food vendors and more expanding the party. Live bands and DJs will follow after the cup is raised, all venues open until late in the evening. There’s even limited-edition merch on offer in an exclusive ‘Big Dance’ scarf.
Grab the Fan Zone pass for welcome beer or bubbles and tickets to the afterparty, or upgrade to The Grandstand for a premium beverage package, roaming canapes and reserved seating inclusive of The Garden Sky Screen.
For a truly elevated experience, try out the Grand Finale Eterno long lunch at Servo. Four hours of bottomless drinks and a shared feast of favourites, plus front-row views and table service.
Last year’s celebrations racked up over 1000 footy fans – can this year be beat?
AFL Grand Final at The Wembley
The Wembley Hotel has geared up for the Grand Final by putting together some formidable packages.
While the Pirate Life Stadium Package has sold out, The Hard Rated Package is still available for bookings, along with general admission walk-ins. Hard Rated guests lock in a three-and-a-half-hour beverage package, canapes, a curry station, big screens and giveaways all day.
Book and enter the running to win your weight in alcohol cubes, setting post-game celebrations over the top.
