The 2026 AFL Awards night is set on Tuesday, 25 August 2026, with direct broadcast of top athletes arriving in formal wear. The event will announce the league's All Australian team and crown the Rising Star winner. Outlets including afl.com.au, ABC News, and Fox Sports are offering real-time updates of this annual celebration.
Football stars arrive for the ceremony, where one superstar looks toward an all-time record feat. Geelong Cats player Connor O'Sullivan addressed the media ahead of the official awards. The All Australian team selection tops the list of honours.