Maurie Plant Meet – Melbourne: What you need to know before you go in 2026

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Whether you’re a first-timer or a long-time fan, we want to make sure your 2026 Maurie Plant Meet – Melbourne experience is one to remember.

With big crowds expected, the atmosphere at Lakeside Stadium is going to be electric. A little planning before you arrive goes a long way – here’s everything you need to know before you head through the gates.

Planning ahead and being armed with information before you get to the gates is key to a smooth and fast entry into the venue.

Spectator Ticketing

Tickets are not guaranteed to be available at the gate, so we strongly recommend purchasing online through INTIX ahead of time. Tickets can be purchased here.

Once you’ve got your tickets, download the INTIX app and sign in so you’re ready to go on the night. Accessible entry is available next to Gate 2.

Types of Tickets

  • Friday Night Lights — entry on Friday 27 March only
  • Saturday Night — entry on Saturday 28 March only
  • Weekend Pass — entry to both nights of the event
  • Sunday Morning – free entry, no ticket required.

Ticket prices increase at 12:01am on Saturday, so buy before event day to lock in the lower price.

Transport/Parking

The best way to get to and from Albert Park is by public transport. Parking at Lakeside Stadium is very limited, so we encourage you to plan your trip using the journey planner on the Transport Victoria website.

Limited accessible parking is available in the main car park on a first come, first served basis.

Gate Times

Friday Night Lights: gates will open from 4:30pm

Maurie Plant Meet – Melbourne [Saturday]: gates will open from 4:00pm.

Seating

There is no reserved seating in 2026, so get in early to secure your preferred spot.

Accessible seating is available at the top of the main straight grandstand, accessible via lift at the lake-end of the grandstand. Please ask staff on the ground if you require assistance.

Event Schedule

We recommend you download the Roster Athletics app to access the schedule, start lists and live results.

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