I don’t know about you, but I’m feeling a fever coming on...
FOOTY FINALS FEVER, BABY! While West Coast's efforts this season were dismal at best, Freo’s still very much in the game, and I hear there’s plenty of room on the bandwagon for those with a rising temperature.
Even if a WA team doesn’t make it into the Big Dance this year, the last Saturday in September is always a riot in Perth. I’ve rounded up the city’s finest screens, snacks and pints so you can feel like you’re front row at the 'G without leaving the bar. Bounce-down is at 12:30pm, so don’t be tardy. Here are the spots serving up siren-to-siren action.
The Rowing Pavilion
4 The Esplanade, Mount Pleasant WA 6153
Like your footy with riverside views and tap-poured brews? The Pav is flipping its waterfront digs into the ultimate Grand Final HQ. From first bounce to last siren, you’ll be sipping, snacking and screaming at every play without ever leaving your seat.
$90 gets you bottomless Balter beers and Prosecco, plus pizza and chips for every pair of hungry humans. Think of it as carb-loading for your cheering muscles, with the Swan River as your VIP as your backdrop.
The Wembley Hotel
344 Cambridge St, Wembley WA 6014
When it comes to Grand Final day, few pubs do it bigger (and better) than The Wembley. Each year, this old faithful transforms into one giant party, and 2025's big fance is no exception. There's going to be footy on every one of the 15 screens, bars pumping inside and out, live DJs and more crowd energy than Optus when the Eagles are playing.
To really push the boat out and guarantee yourself a good time and a great seat, go for the VIP package, complete with a three-hour drinks package and canapés all afternoon.
The Camfield
1 Roger MacKay Dr, Burswood WA 6100
Australia’s biggest pub throwing a party for Australia’s biggest game? Say no more. The Camfield heaves on any game day, but nothing compares to the Grand Final. And if last year’s sell-out is anything to go by, you’ll want to lock in your ticket early.
This year’s action comes hosted by comedian Daniel Delby, so expect laughs between the goals. Your $130 ticket gets you into The Hall, where two massive screens will beam the game live. From the first bounce until the final siren, you’ll enjoy free-flowing beer, wine, spirits and softies, plus a shared footy platter stacked with game-day snacks.
The Stables
888 Hay St, Perth WA 6000
For a fuss-free afternoon, The Stables has you sorted. Head to the Ground Floor and settle in for a fuss-free afternoon—$99 gets you a 2.5-hour package of free-flowing beers, wines and spirits, plus a footy platter to keep the table fed while the game plays out on screen.
Best part is you’ll already be in prime position for kick-ons once the final siren sounds. No scrambling for taxis, no FOMO, just straight into the post-match celebrations.
The Leopold Hotel
326-334 Canning Hwy, Bicton WA 6157
After 116 years of pouring quality pints, The Leopold is calling last drinks on October 16, so the Grand Final is one of your final chances to soak up the action at this southside institution. There are no ticket options or over-the-top hurrah here, just a proper pub atmosphere, cold beers and the game on screen where it belongs.
If you haven't been to The Leo, make it a priority this month. Rally your mates, grab a round and send off this local legend in true WA style.
The Generous Squire
397 Murray St, Perth WA 6000
Being smack bang in the city, The Generous Squire makes it an easy rallying point for mates coming from all directions. Grab a round of their own James Squire beers on tap and keep the table loaded with all the footy snacks you can dream of: chicken wings, chippies, nachos, burgers and more. If you want guaranteed seats for the big one, do yourself a favour and book ahead—this place fills fast.
The Leederville Precinct
2/742 Newcastle St, Leederville WA 6007
The Leedy’s going all out this Grand Final Day—so much so, they’re shutting down Newcastle Street for one giant tailgate party. Expect over a thousand footy fans shoulder to shoulder, mega LED screens, merch giveaways and more noise than the Subiaco cheersquad in its prime.
The Backchat Podcast crew will be on deck for pre-game banter and some professional-grade sledging before the first bounce, then it’s wall-to-wall action across the precinct. Once the siren sounds, the real 'big dance' kicks off with live bands, DJs and kick-ons into the night. Tickets start at $20 for the Fan Zone, with upgraded VIP and restaurant packages available if you want to go all out.
The Brisbane
292 Beaufort St, Perth WA 6003
Catch every second of the Grand Final action at The Brisbane where outdoor screens, multiple bars and footy prizes keep the energy high from the first bounce to the final siren. For $79pp, the Siren to Siren package gets you free-flowing tap beers and ciders, select wines and bubbles, plus a few cocktails to keep spirits high, all paired with shareable footy snacks.
Once the siren blows, the party doesn’t stop. Stick around for the LOVE Saturdays after-party and keep the celebrations rolling long into the night.
The Claremont
1 Bay View Terrace, Claremont WA 6010
The Claremont is pulling out all the stops for Grand Final Day with reserved tables, sharing platters, and drinks tabs tailored to your crew size, whether you’re rolling deep with 40 mates or keeping it intimate with a small crew.
Once the final siren sounds, head up to the rooftop for the afterparty. Regardless of who takes home the W, you'll be winning with city views, beats pumping and a heaving dance floor.
Vic Park Hotel
05 Albany Hwy, Victoria Park WA 6100
The Vic Park Hotel's spacious open-air beer garden is ready for your Grand Final shenanigans. With massive screens, plenty of froffies on tap and pub classics coming out of the kitchen, it’s all set for a day of footy, friends and feasting.
Book a social gathering package for up to 10 guests and get a bar tab plus a chef’s platter stacked with Cuban cigars, fried chicken, loaded fries, and more to fuel your cheering, laughing, and high-fiving. Social gatherings start at $200 per group (full payment required) and doors swing open from 10am, so you can settle in nice and early.
The Globe
495/497 Wellington St, Perth WA 6000
The Globe is turning into ground zero for Grand Final day with big screens, pints flowing and enough snacks to keep you fueled from the first bounce to the final siren. Rally your crew, slap on your team colours, and soak up every moment of the AFL Grand Final live and loud.
Upgrade your footy experience with the $80pp VIP package: two hours of bottomless beers and wines, roaming canapés to keep you fuelled, and reserved seating right in front of a screen so you won’t miss a second of the action.
Varsity
Various locations
I don't need to tell you that Perth’s go-to sports bars, Varsity, will be throwing a ha-uuuuge Grand Final party. Screens everywhere, burgers stacked high and beers flowing like there’s no tomorrow. No tickets, no stress—just wander in and dive headfirst into the action. A word to the wise: it’s gonna be packed, so roll in early if you want to snag a prime position in front of the telly.
Hotel Rottnest
Thompson Bay, 1 Bedford Ave, Rottnest Island WA 6161
Hotel Rottnest is bringing footy fever straight to the island, and you won’t want to miss a second. From the first bounce to the final siren, the action will be live and loud on the main stage big screen, with extra screens scattered around the seaside venue so you can catch every goal, mark and tackle no matter where you’re seated.
There's food and bev specials all arvo, plus live music by Howie Morgan Band and DJs to get you dancing all night.
The Wray
73 Wray Ave, Fremantle WA 6160
I’ve seen my fair share of footy games in Perth pubs, but no one quite does it like The Wray. Fully embracing Freo’s footy fever, the entire pub is currently glowing purple, making every pint feel like a proper celebration.
When the Dockers take the lead, the bar staff don’t just pour drinks—they dance, cheer and turn the pub into a full-blown party. Toss in $9 Swan pints and you’ve got a winning formula for a fun arvo. If Freo make it to the big one, this is where you’ll want to be front and centre.
The Left Bank
15 Riverside Rd, East Fremantle WA 6158
If you're not a part of the Left Bank's Loaded Rewards Program, September 27 is the perfect excuse to sign up. It’s free, you earn points with every purchase, and more importantly, you’ll score $10 drink specials all day for the Grand Final.
Billy’s Sports Bar will be buzzing with the action, but if you prefer fresh air with your footy, three extra TVs will be set up in the Beer Garden. Prime viewing right in front of the Swan River, book a table, grab a drink and don’t miss a single goal.