FROM face-painting to sausage sizzles, there's plenty to do at AFLW matches this week. And if you're keen for a bite to eat beforehand, this week's matches are right around the corner from some of the best food in Australia.

Check out what's happening at each AFLW match this week, plus a hot tip for grabbing a feed in the area.

Author's choice: Not one but two petting zoos are on offer this weekend, while the West Coast game features a performance by local drag queen Dean Misdale! Plus bottomless noodles at New Quarter into an AFLW game is my perfect idea of how to spend a Saturday.

Geelong v Fremantle at GMHBA Stadium, Tuesday, October 1, 7.15pm AEST

Sophie's local scoop: Pop into The Hot Chicken Project on Little Malop St for a pre or post-game feast of Nashville hot fried chicken.

CATS v DOCKERS Full match coverage and stats

Pre-game: Face-painting, sausage sizzle, Bulla ice cream giveaways, DJ, RECORD photobox, mascots, sensory zone, kids zone
Quarter-time: TBC
Half-time: NAB AFL Auskick
Three-quarter time: TBC 
Post-match: Ball giveaways, Maccas Kick-to-kick, fan engagement zone

Hawthorn v Gold Coast at Kinetic Stadium, Wednesday, October 2, 5.15pm AEST

Sophie's local scoop: Check out Rancho's Argentinian Steakhouse and Grill for a post-game feed.

HAWKS v SUNS Full match coverage and stats

Pre-game: Face-painting, inflatables, hair-stylist, Nature Valley giveaways, food trucks
Quarter-time: Mental Health break with Beyond Blue
Half-time: NAB AFL Auskick, choose your pump-up song
Three-quarter time: Nature Valley kicking comp
Post-match: Ball giveaways, Maccas Kick-to-kick, fan engagement zone

Essendon v Sydney at Mission Whitten Oval, Wednesday, October 2, 7.15pm AEST

Sophie's local scoop: For some of the best Bánh Xèo (Vietnamese savory crépes) in Melbourne, head to nearby Bánh Xèo Tay Do, or try Bar Thyme for a post-match drink and snack - they even have a Wednesday $50 set menu.

BOMBERS v SWANS Full match coverage and stats

Pre-game: Food trucks
Quarter-time: Music
Half-time: NAB AFL Auskick
Three-quarter time: Music 
Post-match: Ball giveaways, Maccas Kick-to-kick, fan engagement zone

Melbourne v Greater Western Sydney at IKON Park, Thursday, October 3, 7.15pm AEST

Sophie's local scoop: Grab dinner at Juanita Peaches in Brunswick before jumping on the tram for the quick journey down to IKON Park.

DEMONS v GIANTS Full match coverage and stats

Pre-game: Fan cams, inflatable BCNA pink lady, BCNA Field of Women, BCNA merch marquee, Medibank truck, Demon Shop, membership tent, Harvest Snaps samples, face-painting, AFLW chairs and umbrellas cafe zone, poster and flag giveaways, Zurich igloo marquee, DJ, inflatable cube game, Hertz umbrellas on function balcony
Quarter-time: BCNA charity run
Half-time: NAB AFL Auskick, Melbourne quiz, alphabet challenge, Horns Up cam
Three-quarter time: Harvest Snaps challenge 
Post-match: Ball giveaways, Maccas Kick-to-kick, fan engagement zone

Adelaide v St Kilda at Norwood Oval, Friday, October 4, 7.15pm ACST

Sophie's local scoop: For some of the best pizza in Australia, check out 400 Gradi's Adelaide location, just around the corner from Norwood Oval.

CROWS v SAINTS Full match coverage and stats

Pre-game: Crowmania van, food trucks, kids zone behind the goals (featuring VR games, kicking inflatable and face-painting), membership marquee, RAA marquee and handball target, DJ, glitter bar, height chart, roaming colour crew, Crows arch, NAB popcorn stand, RAA member bar, free chips offer
Quarter-time: Non-playing player interview, fan chats
Half-time: NAB AFL Auskick, member giveaway
Three-quarter time: Goal post challenge
Post-match: Ball giveaways, Maccas Kick-to-kick, fan engagement zone

North Melbourne v Western Bulldogs at Arden Street Oval, Saturday, October 5, 1.05pm AEST

Sophie's local scoop: Pop into Austro Bakery for some of the best baked goods in Melbourne, just a block away from Arden St.

KANGAROOS v MAGPIES Full match coverage and stats

Pre-game: Food trucks (featuring Wonder Pies, Happy Days Donuts, YIA YIA Souvlaki, Ice Cream, Nem Nem and Mr Fresh, bars), Roo Squad with festival make-up and glitter, 'Just You Wait and See' photo moment, Spirit of Tasmania DJ and chill zone, Mazda Hill seating area with BT50 'Best seats in the house', Mazda 'Spot the Difference'
Quarter-time: Freestyle Tradie Olympics
Half-time: NAB AFL Auskick, Superkick, Fan of the Match, dance cam
Three-quarter time: Fan interview 
Post-match: Ball giveaways, Maccas Kick-to-kick, fan engagement zone

Richmond v Collingwood at the Swinburne Centre, Saturday, October 5, 3.05pm AEST

Sophie's local scoop: Nearby New Quarter has a $49 'non-stop noods' deal on weekends, which features unlimited noodles plus two snacks per person. 

TIGERS v MAGPIES Full match coverage and stats

Pre-game: Kids zone (food trucks, inflatables and activities, petting zoo, face-painting), Tiger Traders (local business trading zone), Tiger Trivia, non-playing player interview
Quarter-time: nib Giant Footy Challenge
Half-time: NAB AFL Auskick, Sisterworks interview
Three-quarter time: KFC Bucket Catch
Post-match: Ball giveaways, Maccas Kick-to-kick, fan engagement zone

West Coast v Port Adelaide at Mineral Resources Park, Saturday, October 5, 5.05pm AEST

Sophie's local scoop: Cute wine bar Cosy Del's is tucked away just behind Mineral Resources Park, and has a rotating list of wines and northern Italian-inspired dishes.

EAGLES V POWER Full match coverage and stats

Pre-game: Food trucks (featuring coffee, ice cream, Greek food), Hungry Jacks, CUB pop-up Bar, kids zone (featuring kicking inflatable, handball targets, face-painting, games, crafts, sign-making)
Quarter-time: Performance by local drag queen Dean Misdale
Half-time: NAB AFL Auskick, Superkick, player interview
Three-quarter time: AGL dance cam 
Post-match: Ball giveaways, Maccas Kick-to-kick, fan engagement zone

Carlton v Brisbane at IKON Park, Saturday, October 5, 7.15pm ACST

Player's pick: Brooke Vickers is a fan of DOC Pizza on nearby Lygon St.

BLUES v LIONS Full match coverage and stats

Pre-game: AFL umbrellas and chairs, inflatables, petting zoo, kids rides, non-playing player meet-and-greet, fresh popcorn powered by a Hyundai EV, Hyundai giveaways (bobbleheads and showbags)
Quarter-time: Hyundai race
Half-time: NAB AFL Auskick, Blues bangers
Post-match: Ball giveaways, Maccas Kick-to-kick, fan engagement zone

Gold Coast v Essendon at People First Stadium, Sunday, October 6, 12.05pm AEST

Sophie's local scoop: Grab a coffee and brekky from Elk Espresso in Broadbeach before heading to the game.

SUNS v BOMBERS Full match coverage and stats

Pre-game: 500 FREE upgrades to The Lounge for the first 500 people through the gates. Kids zone including a mechanical surfboard, rock climbing wall, face painting, giant bubble zone, plus food outlets including popcorn, fairy floss, fruit slushes and an in-stadium DJ
Quarter-time: Kool Beanz Suns Singalong, Suns social wall
Half-time: Check out the Suns Shop which is open from gates open, NAB AFL Auskick, Suns social wall, Harbour Town 'Be The DJ'
Three-quarter time: Six Kicks with SIXT
Post-match: Ball giveaways, Maccas Kick-to-kick, fan engagement zone

Sydney v Geelong at Henson Park, Sunday, October 6, 3.05pm AEDT

Sophie's local scoop: Grab a pre-match coffee at Superfreak before wandering over to Henson Park.

SWANS v LIONS Full match coverage and stats

Pre-game: Local breweries, food truck village, White Bay Boundary Bar, VW Chill on the Hill, Bing Lee hill activation, QBE lounge area, HSBC lounge area, TAL lounge area, rainbow decals, face painting, kids inflatables, DJ
Quarter-time: Sweet Caroline sing-a-long
Half-time: NAB AFL Auskick, VW clappers
Three-quarter time: Swans kicking challenge 
Post-match: Ball giveaways, Maccas Kick-to-kick, fan engagement zone

Fremantle v Hawthorn at Fremantle Oval, Sunday, October 6, 2.05pm AWST

Sophie's local scoop: Take a wander through Fremantle Markets before heading across to Fremantle Oval for the game.

DOCKERS v HAWKS Full match coverage and stats

Pre-game: TBC
Quarter-time: TBC
Half-time: NAB AFL Auskick
Three-quarter time: TBC 
Post-match: Ball giveaways, Maccas Kick-to-kick, fan engagement zone