The 2026 AFL Awards night takes place on Tuesday, 25 August 2026, with ongoing updates of football stars dressed in formal suit and tie. The gala will showcase the year's All Australian team and crown the Rising Star winner. Outlets such as afl.com.au, ABC News, and Fox Sports are providing live coverage of the event.
Leading players arrive for the ceremony, where one superstar looks toward an all-time record feat. Geelong Cats player Connor O'Sullivan held a press conference ahead of the announcements. The All Australian team selection tops the roster of awards.