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Geelong Cats v North Melbourne
Saturday May 2
Bounce: 4:35pm AEST
GMHBA Stadium, Geelong

VFL | Round 6

Geelong Cats v North Melbourne
Saturday May 2
Bounce: 12.30pm AEST
GMHBA Stadium, Geelong

AFL GAME

The main event of the afternoon will see Geelong square off with North Melbourne in an important clash at GMHBA Stadium. 

Following the VFL curtain-raiser, the two AFL teams will go toe-to-toe from 4.35pm AEST, with the Cats looking to bounce back after last week's loss to Port Adelaide. 

Tickets are still available through Ticketmaster, follow the link here to secure your seat and make sure you don't miss a minute of the action. 

Members are also encouraged to download their tickets through the Geelong Cats App, prior to arriving at GMHBA Stadium. 

VFL CURTAIN-RAISER

Prior to the big AFL game, there will be a blockbuster VFL match at GMHBA Stadium as Geelong takes on North Melbourne in a curtain-raiser. 

The VFL Cats sit atop the ladder through the first four games of the season, but they will be looking to bounce back after falling to Footscray in their most recent match. 

Plenty of Geelong's next generation will be on display including young stars like Jesse Mellor, Hunter Holmes and George Stevens, along with brilliant VFL players like Dan Capiron and Marcus Herbert. 

Patrons with a ticket to the AFL match will also gain entry to the VFL game, with Gate 13 to be open from 12.00pm AEST ahead of the opening bounce at 12.30pm. 

CATS SHOP MERCH

On game day, there will be plenty of opportunities to secure your Cats Shop Merch for the remainder of 2026 and beyond. 

There are plenty of brilliant merchandise items for sale, make sure to stop past one of the following activation sites to on Saturday.

GAME DAY 

  • Cats Shop Main Store - Open from 12pm.
  • Cats Shop Van - In operation from 1.35pm.
  • Outlets open from 2.35pm - In Selwood Stand, Reg Hickey Stand, Players Stand and Level 1 Cats Shop
  • Sale Marquee - Inside Gate 5, nothing over $50!

CLUB CHIN CHIN KICK ONS

If you want to keep the festivities going after the final siren, head up to Club Chin Chin for post-game kick ons!

Swing by Club Chin Chin after Saturday's match at GMHBA Stadium for post-game drinks and bar snacks until late.

Whether you’re celebrating a big Cats win or just settling in for a session, they have got the snacks, beats and drinks to keep the night rolling.

After the game until late. No bookings required, just walk in. Follow the link below to find out more information. 

TICKETS

Seats are still available for Saturday's game, head to Ticketmaster to secure yours now. 

There are also plenty of Membership options available, make sure to check out the options so you do not miss a moment of the action in 2026. 

For a different way to enjoy Saturday afternoon at the Cattery, there are plenty of exciting Corporate Hospitality options available. 

Head to Geelong's Match Day Guide for all information related to Saturday's game.