One year on from get pipped at the post by Collingwood and Brisbane is again in the AFL grand final, this time taking on the Sydney Swans at the MCG and hoping to become the first team to triumph from outside the top four since 2016.
If you’re not making the pilgrimage south, then pretty much every pub in Brisbane will have a screen tuned to the match.
Brisbane fans show their support during the 2023 AFL Grand Final at the MCG. If you can’t be there in person, then where can you go?Credit: Getty Images
But for a true sea of maroon, blue and gold we recommend the following spots – including official AFL Queensland live sites.
South Bank AFL Live Site
Head to South Bank’s Cultural Forecourt, just outside QPAC. Watch the game coverage live from 1pm – but note, the site is alcohol-free. South Bank Parklands, Little Stanley Street, South Brisbane
South Bank Streets Beach
Saturday’s looking to be a cool day with the chance of rain – not the best conditions for a dip in the pool, but the option to relax on the sand is there while the game plays out on big screens. South Bank Parklands, Little Stanley Street, South Brisbane
The Pineapple Hotel. Credit: Pineapple Hotel
The Pineapple Hotel
While the upstairs is fully booked the rest of the hotel is reserved for walk-ins, with multiple giant screens and a competition for best dressed. 706 Main Street, Kangaroo Point
Norman Hotel
Expect the faithful to be out in force at this popular steakhouse in a beautiful 1889 building, but book ahead to avoid disappointment. 102 Ipswich Rd, Woolloongabba
Story Bridge Hotel
The pub is once again hosting an AFL Grand Final Street Party from noon with entertainment and giveaways, as well as the big clash on big screens. No bookings are required but arriving early is recommended. The Shelter Bar, 200 Main Street, Kangaroo Point
Shafston Hotel
The Shafston on Lytton Road has coastal playground atmosphere and big-screen sports. For the grand final they’ll be offering live entertainment and firing up the spit to roast a whole pig. 3 Lytton Road, East Brisbane
Australian National Hotel
Just across from the Gabba, the Aussie Nash is a sports-mad pub and a popular hang for Lions devotees. They have about 20 screens, and they’ll all be playing the game. Bookings are advised. 867 Stanley Street, Woolloongabba
Lions @ Springwood
The Lions’ official social club is adding extra screens for the game, and members who download the app are entitled to special deals. Booking is essential. 2 Pannikin Street, Rochedale South
Morrison Hotel
The Morrison is offering $30 wings and a beer, or $38 for a 330-gram rump and a beer, with the final live and loud. 640 Stanley St, Woolloongabba
Felons Barrel Hall.Credit: Courtesy of Felons Brewing Co
Felons Barrel Hall
The event will be streaming across three gigantic screens both inside the hall and outdoors on the Rivergarden Lawn. Arrival about 11am is recommended for the best spots. Howard Smith Wharves, 5 Boundary Street, Brisbane
The Plough Inn
The large stadium screen will be showing the game, and live music will take over after the final siren. 29 Stanley Street Plaza, South Bank
Pig and Whistle, King George Square.Credit: Tony Moore
Pig & Whistle
The P&W’s five Brisbane venues are famous for screening sports and should offer a cracking AFL final, but you’ll have to book a table. West End, Brunswick Street, King George Square, Indooroopilly & Riverside
