We know Yarra residents and businesses love their footy, and that’s why Council has partnered with the Brisbane Lions to celebrate the 2024 AFL Finals.

Yarra has a storied history with premiership contender, the Brisbane Lions. Formed in the 1996 merger between the Brisbane Bears and the Fitzroy Lions, the Brisbane Lions still hold a special place in the hearts of many here in Yarra. In recognition of this, Council has teamed up with the Club to provide more opportunities to celebrate and get involved.

Brisbane Lions pop-up shop

Following its success in 2023, the Brisbane Lions are holding a pop-up merchandise shop in the Fitzroy Town Hall Reading Room, 201 Napier Street Fitzroy.

Fans will be able to purchase the full range of Lions’ 2024 finals merch hot off the press.

Make sure to head down to get kitted out for the big day at any of the below times:

• Wednesday 25 September, 10am to 6pm
• Thursday 26 September, 10am to 6pm
• Friday 27 September, 10am to 6pm
• Saturday 28 September, 8am to 10am

Brunswick Street Oval post-Grand Final celebration

On the Sunday following the Grand Final, the Lions will be hosting a family day at the Brunswick Street Oval from 9am to 11am.

Regardless of the result of the match, families can look forward to seeing the current team and past players, picking up unique Lions’ merchandise, and supporting the local Fitzroy footy and cricket clubs who will be running a BBQ. And if the Lions are victorious, the cup will be on full display!

If heading to the event, be sure to support our local business surrounding the oval, and please be mindful of local parking restrictions.

Brisbane Lions flags

In celebration of the accomplishment of making it to the Grand Final, and in recognition of Yarra’s history with the Brisbane lions, Council are flying the Lions’ flag at Fitzroy Town Hall in the lead up to the big day.

For more information on navigating the City of Yarra on Grand Final day, click here.