Snoop Dogg headlined the 2025 AFL Grand Final pre-game entertainment on Saturday, 27 September 2025 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).
The rap icon joined a high-profile list of past AFL Grand Final performers, including Robbie Williams, Katy Perry, and The Killers. The 2025 edition delivered a strong dose of West Coast hip-hop to one of Australian sport’s biggest stages.
Contents
- 1 Quick Summary – Snoop Dogg at the AFL Grand Final 2025
- 2 Why Snoop Dogg Was Chosen for the 2025 AFL Grand Final
- 3 Snoop Dogg’s Path to the MCG
- 4 What the Performance Delivered
- 5 Attending the 2025 AFL Grand Final
- 6 Getting to the MCG on Grand Final Day
- 7 Snoop Dogg’s Place in AFL Entertainment History
- 8 FAQs
- 9 More Live Music in Melbourne
Quick Summary – Snoop Dogg at the AFL Grand Final 2025
Event
AFL 2025 Grand Final Pre-Game Entertainment
Performer
Snoop Dogg (Calvin Broadus Jr.)
Date
Saturday, 27 September 2025
Venue
Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)
Attendance
100,000+ in stadium, more than 4 million television viewers
Previous Australian Shows
Last toured Australia in 2023, including a Melbourne show at Rod Laver Arena
AFL Statement
“Snoop Dogg is a pioneer, performer, and true entertainer” – Andrew Dillon
Performance Context
First live performance at the MCG, part of the AFL’s international entertainment strategy
Why Snoop Dogg Was Chosen for the 2025 AFL Grand Final
The AFL selected Snoop Dogg as a blend of global star power, cultural influence, and stadium-scale performance appeal. By 2025, the league had continued its push to position Grand Final entertainment as a major cultural moment alongside the match itself.
Andrew Dillon, AFL CEO, stated that Snoop Dogg’s appearance helped make the 2025 Grand Final a standout celebration of football and entertainment, generating strong discussion across both sporting and music audiences.
Snoop Dogg’s Path to the MCG
Snoop Dogg’s Grand Final appearance aligned with his international touring schedule. He performed in the Philippines two days before the Grand Final, which allowed the AFL to secure the booking without significant logistical challenges.
The performance marked Snoop Dogg’s first live appearance at the MCG, although he had previously performed in Melbourne, most recently at Rod Laver Arena in 2023.
What the Performance Delivered
The pre-game set featured a hit-heavy catalogue spanning more than three decades. Tracks such as Gin & Juice, Drop It Like It’s Hot, Beautiful, and Young, Wild & Free resonated across multiple generations of fans.
Snoop Dogg’s relaxed stage presence, crowd interaction, and experience performing to large stadium audiences translated effectively to the Grand Final setting, which was broadcast nationally and internationally.
Attending the 2025 AFL Grand Final
Tickets for the 2025 AFL Grand Final were in high demand and sold out through a combination of club allocations, corporate packages, and public ballot access.
Fans without tickets followed the event through live television broadcasts, official streaming platforms, and public live sites across Melbourne.
Getting to the MCG on Grand Final Day
The MCG was serviced extensively by public transport on Grand Final day.
Train
Richmond and Jolimont stations provided direct access within walking distance of the stadium.
Tram
Routes 48, 70, and 75 operated near the MCG precinct.
Walking
Many attendees walked from Melbourne’s CBD through Yarra Park before the pre-game entertainment commenced.
Large crowds were present throughout the morning, with early arrival proving essential for viewing the pre-game performance.
Snoop Dogg’s Place in AFL Entertainment History
The AFL Grand Final has hosted several landmark performances in recent decades. Robbie Williams’ 2022 appearance was widely praised, Katy Perry’s 2014 performance became one of the most recognisable, and The Killers’ 2017 set gained international attention.
Snoop Dogg’s 2025 appearance represented a continued expansion of the AFL’s global entertainment reach, blending international music culture with Australian sporting tradition.
FAQs
Did Snoop Dogg perform at the 2025 AFL Grand Final?
Yes. Snoop Dogg headlined the pre-game entertainment at the MCG on 27 September 2025.
Was this Snoop Dogg’s first performance at the MCG?
Yes. The 2025 AFL Grand Final marked his first live performance at the MCG.
Had Snoop Dogg performed in Melbourne before?
Yes. He previously performed in Melbourne, most recently in 2023 at Rod Laver Arena.
Was the performance held before the match or at halftime?
The performance took place before the match as part of the Telstra pre-game entertainment.
Could tickets be purchased just for the performance?
No. Tickets covered the full AFL Grand Final event and were not sold separately.
Was the performance broadcast on television?
Yes. The pre-game performance was broadcast live as part of the official AFL Grand Final coverage.
Were other artists involved on the day?
Yes. Additional Australian performers appeared as part of the broader Grand Final entertainment program.
More Live Music in Melbourne
Following the AFL Grand Final, Melbourne’s live music calendar continued with major international and local acts performing across the city.
For upcoming shows, see the full guide to Melbourne concerts in 2026, covering large-scale stadium events, arena tours, and smaller live music venues.