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 and Freo's now out of the race, 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 state. 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.
Cottesloe Beach Hotel
104 Marine Pde, Cottesloe WA 6011
Where else can you stroll off the sand, shake the salt from your hair and dive straight into the Grand Final action? From 11am, the Cott is cranking up the volume and blasting the game live and loud across The Beach Club and Pavilion, with food and drink specials all day.
There's no need to call it a day after the final siren blows, either. The real party's just getting started at The Beach Club, with kick-ons rolling late into the night.
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 Hotel
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 Hotel
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.
Pirate Life Perth
TOMA/440 Murray St, Perth WA 6000
Pirate Life is primed for a grand final blowout, slinging $7 schooners of South Coast, Hazy XPA and Pilsner from half an hour before bounce to the final siren, plus $20 jugs to keep the party pumping. Tackle the Tear & Share Board—fall-apart beef ribs, crunchy slaw and cheesy garlic rolls built for stacking, stuffing and sharing—while the taps run from 11am ‘til late.
Peach Pit
148 The Esplanade, Scarborough WA 6019
Want that game day sports bar energy but also a little space to breathe? Peach Pit’s offering the best of both worlds with their private booths for up to six people, each with their own TV. The booth will run you $130, but comes with a platter of cheeseburgers, chicken tenders, mac & cheese bites and meat pie loaded chips to feed the crew, so consider your seat, snack and sip all taken care of.
Brewdog
16 Gordon St, West Perth WA 6005
BrewDog’s huge beer garden is built for grand final frivolity. Plenty of room, fresh air, screens everywhere, and on Grand Final Day they’ve got a siren-to-siren bottomless package for $95 per person, which includes any of their 20 tap beers, house wines and a crispy share platter to munch on. There’s even a non-alc option for $55 if you’re keeping it clean!
Market Grounds
10 Telethon Ave, Perth WA 6000
Six massive screens, a spacious beer garden, and an upper balcony floor with fine dining? Market Grounds seriously has it all for Grand Final Day. Roll in from 12:30pm to catch the first bounce, or if you want to upgrade your viewing day experience treat yourself to the $89 siren-to-siren package. It includes bottomless selected beers, wine, and aperol spritz, plus a share platter dropping like it’s hot at half time. The $110 Premium Package is a level up, and gets you access to a three-course meal, bottomless bevvies, and exclusive access to the upper-dining level, which has front row seating to the big screens.
The Elford
639 Beaufort Street, Mount Lawley WA 6050
Classic pub more your speed? Look no further than The Elford for your grand final antics. Big screens, crisp pints, and a packed house to soak up the footy fever. Book a table if you can, because this cozy pub is a local fav and will be packed out!
Good Company Bar
200 Karrinyup Rd, Karrinyup WA 6018
Catch the game and some spring sun in Good Company’s outdoor garden area. Paired with some Stone & Wood beer specials and grand final day giveaways, you’ll walk away feeling like a winner no matter the result of the game. Plus, they’re serving up hot honey chicken wings and smokey BBQ pork ribs to keep you satiated, because watching other people run around is sure to give you an appetite.
Busselton Pavillion
30 Kent St, Busselton WA 6280
Down south for the long weekend and don’t want to miss out on the grand final fun? Busselton Pavilion has you covered. The open-air setup means you’ll soak up the sun with a lively crowd. It’s as close to stadium energy as you’ll get if you’re treks away!
Johnny Fox’s
205 James St Northbridge WA 6003
Irish pub and Aussie rules might sound like an incongruous pairing, but come game day Johnny Fox’s is switching off the soccer for the big showdown. Doors open from 10am, the brekkie menu kicks off from 11am, so you’ve got the perfect excuse to spend the whole day here fueling up before the match even kicks off. In the spirit of grand final dat, they’ve got two special platters to keep you fed all day: The Mates Plate ($50, feeds four) stacked with duck spice bag, Mc Loughlans battered sausages, mini beef pies, and popcorn chicken. Or, share the Crispy Combo ($35, feeds 2-3) with wings, onion rings and battered fish, enoki mushrooms and chips.
Cooee
71-173 Mounts Bay Rd, Perth 6000
Cooee is the relaxing, elevated, riverside alternative to your typical Grand Final pub shenanigans. They’ve rolled out a set-menu you can only get by booking Grand Final Day. A glass of wine, beer or non-alcoholic bev, a warm focaccia for first bounce, your choice of a main, plus shared sides. Cooee leans into fresh seasonal produce, so even if your team loses, at least your stomach wins.
BOOK NOWBesk
264 Railway Parade, West Leederville WA 6007
Leedy fave Besk will be throwing open its doors from 11am for all-day footy frivolity. If you get in early, you’ve got until bounce down at 12.30pm to score $10 Crispy lagers. They’ve levelled up game day eats, with a special menu for the weekend. Think fish finger sandwiches with tartare, fried chicken wings with yellow curry, tuna tostada, and BBQ mottania lamb shoulder rack with black garlic honey. But our pick is the French dip, a mini baguette packed with roast beef and provolone and served with jus for dipping. Plus, once the final siren sounds, Low End Therapy DJs are spinning tunes from 4pm until late.