AFL’s grand tradition returns as Cats, Swans stars head down the Yarra for parade

AFL’s grand tradition returns as Cats, Swans stars head down the Yarra for parade

The AFL Grand Final Parade returns to Melbourne for the first time in three years – and it’ll look rather different.

On Friday morning Geelong and Sydney players will travel up and down the Yarra River on boats, before making their way to Yarra Park outside the MCG.

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Grand Final

Victoria has a public holiday with large crowds expected to cheer on the Cats and Swans players as they’re presented at the Footy Festival at the MCG.

The final pre-match press conferences involving the Grand Final captains and coaches will be held in front of fans.

The only way to watch it if you’re not in Melbourne – or if you just don’t want to brave the crowds – is live on Fox Footy.

The 2022 Grand Final Parade route.Source: Supplied

AFL GRAND FINAL PARADE 2022 (All times AEST)

Friday September 23, 10:30am to 12:30pm in Melbourne

9am: Footy festival starts

10:30am: Parade – boat route starts

11:10am: Parade in vehicles starts

11:45am: teams presented on stage

12:30pm: Grand Final eve concert