Kylie Minogue is set to headline the pre-game entertainment at the 2026 AFL Grand Final, with the league confirming she will perform at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on September 26. The announcement puts one of Australia’s most recognizable pop stars at the center of the country’s biggest annual sporting event.
Minogue said the performance will carry special meaning because it takes place in her hometown of Melbourne. The AFL also presented the booking as a major moment for the event, which has long aimed to bring high-profile music acts to the Grand Final stage.
The performance is expected to add another major live music moment to the day while keeping the focus on the championship matchup itself. AFL officials have also indicated the Grand Final will continue with its traditional afternoon start, a point that remains important for many fans.
Minogue’s appearance gives the 2026 event a strong entertainment headline well ahead of game day. More details about the pre-game show and any additional performers are expected closer to the Grand Final.
