The 2026 AFL Awards night is set on Tuesday, 25 August 2026, with direct broadcast of top athletes arriving in formal wear. The gala will showcase the season's All Australian team and crown the Rising Star player. Outlets including afl.com.au, ABC News, and Fox Sports are providing live coverage of the proceedings.
Leading players arrive for the ceremony, where one superstar aims for an unprecedented milestone. Geelong Cats player Connor O'Sullivan spoke to reporters ahead of the announcements. The All Australian team selection leads the roster of awards.