The Parramatta Eels host the Melbourne Storm in Round Two at Bankwest Stadium on Thursday 18 March.
Gates open at 6:30pm for an 8:05pm kick off.
Here’s everything you need to know from transport to ticketing and more.
Transport
- Fans are encouraged to consider all the available transport options ahead of Eels v Storm at Bankwest Stadium, with plenty of ways to get to the footy on Thursday night, as public transport continues to operate at CovidSafe capacities
- Whether driving or taking public transport, fans should plan to arrive early to Parramatta and plan their trip using the Transport for NSW Trip Plannerhere
- If driving to the event, gather your party and travel in a group to take advantage of nearby car parks in Parramatta CBD, including the Justice Precinct Car Park off Hunter St – a short walk from the Stadium. A full list of carparks within the Parramatta CBD can be found here https://www.cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au/sites/council/files/2021-02/Parking-closure-map.pdf
- If travelling on public transport, make sure you plan ahead. Trains run regularly to Parramatta Station which is a 15 minute walk from the stadium. Buses also run regularly to the interchange at Parramatta Station and some services make stops outside the stadium on O’Connell St. Don’t forget it is mandatory to wear face masks on public transport
- Remember you'll need to use an Opal card or contactless payment method when travelling to and from the game on public transport. Register your details via the Opal websiteor app ahead of time. Look for the ‘green dots’ on-board services to find the safest places to sit or stand and check real-time capacity indicators where available
- Roads around the stadium will close at the end of the game to allow crowds to safely leave the precinct so be patient and follow the directions of traffic controllers and Police
Ticketing
Tickets are still available for the Eels’ Round Two game against the 2020 Premiers, the Melbourne Storm. Join us under the lights for our first home game of the season and our first instalment of Thursday Night Lights.
Adult tickets are available from $25, via Ticketek
Broadcast
TV: Live on Nine, Foxtel, Kayo Sports and Sky Sport 4 (New Zealand)
Radio: ABC, Triple M Sydney/Brisbane, 2GB/4BC, SEN and NRL Nation will be broadcasting.
International Coverage
TVWAN Action (Papua New Guinea – PayTV)
SkyPacific (Pacific Nations – PayTV)
Sport24 (Worldwide In-Flight/In-Ship – excl Aus and NZ domestic airlines)
Watch NRL: Not available in Australia, New Zealand or Pacific regions
Show your Blue & Gold pride!
Share your best pictures on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram of you wearing your Blue & Gold with the hashtags #PARRAdise and tag us @TheParraEels so we can see your great photos!
Stay connected!
Follow the Eels on game day through the Eels website, social media channels and on the app.
Instagram: @theparraeels
Facebook: @TheParraEels
Twitter: @theparraeels
LinkedIn: @Parramatta Eels
Eels App - Apple Store: http://eels.co/EelsiPhoneApp
Eels App - Google Play: http://eels.co/EelsAndroidApp
Mac for a Match Competition
If the Eels WIN, You WIN!
Thanks to our friends at McDonalds in Season 2021 they will be running a “Mac For A Match” promotion.
The offer entitles the ticket holder/member to one free Big Mac® only on a Monday following any home game(s) win by the Parramatta Eels.
Membership
Round 2 Member Access and Seating
Whilst seating/venue capacity is currently at 75% due to NSW Government COVID-19 restrictions, we are pleased to announce ticketed Eels Members will be able to use their 2021 Member cards at the turnstiles to scan and enter Bankwest Stadium. Members will also be able to sit in their specific seating allocation, as determined by the seating details on the back of your Member card.
Please note, ticketed Members will also receive an ‘electronic Membership card’ (E-Membership card) via email before Round 2. An E-Membership is a duplication of a physical Member card – in essence, ticketed Members can use their E-Membership instead of their physical Member card to enter home games. If you are a ticketed Member and haven’t received your E-Membership by Wednesday 17 March, please contact the Membership Team.
Member Cap Collection
2021 Eels Members can collect their Member Cap (if applicable to your package) at Round 2. Members can collect their caps from the Membership Marquee inside the concourse underneath the South Stand pre-game OR from inside the Stadium at the Member Services Outlet located at Gate D until shortly after full-time. Please bring your Voucher and/or Membership Card when collecting your cap.
Ticketing & Membership Assistance
The Membership Team will be located externally and internally at Bankwest Stadium, where they will be present at the Member Services Outlet located at Gate D and in the Membership Marquee at Gate B.
The Eels Ticket Box outside Gate B will be open from 6:15pm and is available for any Eels Ticket Collections or Game Day enquiries.
If you have any questions regarding ticketing before the game, please contact our Membership Team on 1300 258 346 or membership@parraeels.com.au.
For information on Bankwest Stadium COVID-19 tips and procedures, please click here
Members Lounge ’47
Members Lounge ’47 returns at Bankwest Stadium! Located in the North West corner of the ground, Members Lounge ’47 will be open from 6.30pm.
Game Day Merchandise
Be sure to visit our Merchandise outlets to get your hands on the latest Blue & Gold apparel ahead of the 2021 season!
Merchandise will be available at the Eels Merchandise outlets internal of Gate A and Gate B.
Show your 2021 Eels Membership card to receive 15% off!
Is your Plan B sorted?
Wherever you’re watching the game, if you drink, you’ll need a Plan B to get home. Whether that’s taking public transport, ride-sharing, using a taxi or arranging a lift. Be the real MVP of the night, sort out a plan B and don’t drink drive.
