Ultimate guide to Melbourne's biggest Ice Hockey weekend

Australian Ice Hockey League Finals

Head to the free, all-ages Fan Zone on Wharf Street for face painting in team colours, a live DJ, pop-up street hockey, prizes, giveaways and photos with the Goodall Cup - no booking needed.

Finals games play live at O'Brien Icehouse, with a big-screen Watch Party at HOYTS The District.

What's on at the Fan Zone

Free face painting in team colours: Pick a side and wear it. Face painters are on hand, transforming little fans (and brave big ones) into their team's biggest supporters. Check TDD website for times

A live DJ spinning stadium hits: The soundtrack that makes a finals crowd roar, out on the street building the pre-game buzz and keeping the energy high between games. See TDD website for times.

Pop-up street hockey: A street hockey court right on Wharf Street, so fans can stop watching and start playing. Round up the family, pick your teams and see who's got the shot.

Prizes, giveaways & limited-edition posters: Prizes and giveaways across the weekend, including a limited-edition 2026 Championship Series poster to take home while stocks last.

HOYTS Watch Party: After 150 fierce battles and a ruthless six-team playoff, it all comes down to two rivals clashing for Australian ice hockey glory - the legendary Goodall Cup. See it live on the big screen.

RINKSIDE: Get the Mustangs drip with a trip to RINKSIDE for all your favourite merch from some of the biggest names in US sport. From NBA, NFL to NHL, doors are open every day of the Finals from 10am-6pm.

Fan Zone hours at a glance

Friday 28 Aug: 4.30pm - 6.30pm (Street Hockey, Prizes)

Saturday 29 Aug: 3.30pm - 6.00pm (DJ, Face Painting, Street Hockey,)

Sunday 30 Aug: 11.30am - 1.30pm (DJ, Face Painting, Street Hockey and Prizes), ahead of the 2.00pm Grand Final

Fan Zone details (applicable to all)

When: Fan Zone open across the weekend, Fri 28 - Sun 30 August 2026, running alongside each day's game schedule

Where: Wharf Street, The District Docklands, 440 Docklands Drive, Docklands

Getting there: Inside the free tram zone, or 90 minutes free parking on site

Weather: The precinct is outdoor-undercover

The games: Big-screen Watch Party - Grand Final game at HOYTS The District.