# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2026 E.J. Whitten Grand Final Legends Lunch - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 24 Sep, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Thu, 24 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm (+10:00) - **Event Description**: Experience the unparalleled excitement of Grand Final week at the annual E.J. Whitten Grand Final Legends Lunch, raising funds for APC.About this EventJoin AFL greats and passionate fans for an afternoon filled with unforgettable tales from the locker room, plenty of laughs and insights from some of football’s biggest names, plus unforgettable entertainment.Whether you're entertaining clients, rewarding your team or sharing the experience with mates, don't miss your chance to be part of one of Grand Final week's most anticipated traditions.Featuring:MCs: Luke Darcy & Sarah JonesOur Legendary Footy Panels including;Gary Ablett Jnr - Geelong Premiership Player, Recent inductee to the AFL Hall of Fame & Brownlow MedalistStephen Kernhan - Carlton Premiership Player & Captain, 8-time All Australian & Member of the AFL Hall of FameMark Ricciuto - Adelaide Premiership Player, 8-time All-Australian & Member of the AFL Hall of FameKatie Brennan - Inaugural AFLW Captain Western Bulldogs and Richmond, 2-time All Australian and wore the Ted Seniors number 3Guest appearance by the AFL Cup Ambassador Luke Hodge, including an opportunity to have your photo taken with the Premiership CupSpecial performance by Ross Wilson & The PeaceniksExceptional hospitality with a 3 course lunch and premium beveragesStay tuned with more special guests to be announced.Event Details:Thursday 24 September, 2026 | 12pm to 4pmMelbourne Room, Melbourne Convention CentrePrice:$350 per person or $3,500 for table of 10Payment options:Credit card - tickets can be purchased via EventBriteDirect deposit via invoice - please email events@apcr.org.au with your contact and ticketing details to request an invoiceSeating and Dietary Requirements:Our events team will be in touch prior to the event to confirm your guest names and any dietary requirements. This information will be required by Monday 14 September, 2026. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/f3d07aa0-a5eb-11f1-8990-5d04d231a2dd-rimg-w1110-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/f413ec40-a5eb-11f1-8990-5d04d231a2dd-rimg-w1110-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/f47f3130-a5eb-11f1-8990-5d04d231a2dd-rimg-w1200-h700-dc080818-gmir.png https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/f4b6e300-a5eb-11f1-8990-5d04d231a2dd-rimg-w1110-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/f51074b0-a5eb-11f1-8990-5d04d231a2dd-rimg-w1110-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/f523fcb0-a5eb-11f1-8990-5d04d231a2dd-rimg-w1110-h740-dc181838-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/f568cde0-a5eb-11f1-8990-5d04d231a2dd-rimg-w1110-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/south-wharf/2026-ej-whitten-grand-final-legends-lunch/100001992027070592 - **Event Categories**: sports, football - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 4 hours - Location: Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 330.39, max: 3605.79, currency: AUD ## Event venue details - **city**: South Wharf - **state**: VI - **country**: Australia - **location**: Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) - **lat**: -37.82466790000001 - **long**: 144.9554648 - **full address**: Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC), 1 Convention Centre Place, South Wharf, Australia ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2026 E.J. Whitten Grand Final Legends Lunch - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/0a89faeef326bb578aa94d4ec039620a38325b337609a2e56073028f34686b6e-rimg-w1200-h600-dc00205b-gmir.png?v=1782222864 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2026 E.J. Whitten Grand Final Legends Lunch being held? - **A:** 2026 E.J. Whitten Grand Final Legends Lunch takes place on Thu, 24 Sep, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Thu, 24 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC), 1 Convention Centre Place, South Wharf, Australia. - **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 E.J. Whitten Grand Final Legends Lunch? - **A:** 2026 E.J. Whitten Grand Final Legends Lunch is organized by Australian Prostate Centre. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 2026 E.J. Whitten Grand Final Legends Lunch is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. 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