The AFL has today confirmed the line-up for the 2026 Pepsi Collective, the elevated match day offering at Adelaide Oval at the upcoming AFL Gather Round…A Festival of Footy.

On Thursday night, Andy Murphy and DJ Piero will get the Gather Round party started in the Pepsi Collective, with Murphy bringing his mastermind DJing fusion of house, tech house and techno to the dance floor.

Friday will see John Course and SGT Slick hit the decks for the Collingwood v Fremantle clash at the Pepsi Collective. John Course is an Australian DJ pioneer and producer known to get the crowd going with tech house and classic house beats.

Then on Saturday, Andrew Loadsman and local Adelaide talent will bring the tunes to the exclusive space during the Melbourne and Essendon match, before Australian DJ and producer Cyril closes out the night, having taken the music world by storm recently with two of the world's hottest tracks Stumblin In and remix of Disturbed's Sound of Silence.

Iconic Australian DJ Havana Brown will close out the 2026 Pepsi Collective on Sunday night bringing dancefloor anthems to the Pepsi Collective.

The Pepsi Collective is an elevated match day offering at Adelaide Oval which has become one of the most sought-after tickets for Gather Round fans, over the age of 18, to experience a game of footy like never before.

AFL Executive General Manager of Consumer and Commercial Bec Haagsma said the artists will excite fans at Gather Round and in the Pepsi Collective come April.

"We are so excited to have some of Australia's best DJs come together in the Pepsi Collective to bring the party to the 2026 AFL Gather Round," Haagsma said.

"The Pepsi Collective is one of the hottest tickets for Gather Round and with these announcements including Cyril and Havana Brown, we encourage fans to not miss out and get their tickets to experience the Pepsi Collective for themselves."

PepsiCo ANZ Beverages General Manager, Mette Hylleberg, said The Pepsi Collective's return reflects the brand's ongoing commitment to showing up in meaningful and memorable ways for AFL fans.

"Following the incredible response last year, we're proud to bring The Pepsi Collective back to the AFL in partnership with Asahi Beverages."

"Gather Round is all about celebrating the game and its fans, and we're excited to evolve the experience with fresh elements that make it even more immersive and engaging. We're always looking for new ways to connect people with our brands, and this year's Collective will deliver exactly that," Hylleberg said.

The Pepsi Collective is set in Adelaide Oval's Magarey Room, and ticket holders will have access to lounge and bars overlooking Adelaide's city skyline, plus a birds-eye view of the on-field action from the seating bays on Level 3, along with a purpose-built outdoor viewing deck thanks to Pepsi.

A host of premium food, beverage, and entertainment will be available for eventgoers to enjoy with friends, all whilst witnessing the action on the field from one of Adelaide Oval's best locations.

Thursday night is sold out with limited tickets remaining to the Pepsi Collective for all other matches here.
 
QUOTES FROM ARTISTS

Andrew Loadsman
"I always love playing in Adelaide, and Gather Round takes it to another level. To be part of The Pepsi Collective at Adelaide Oval is a real buzz - it's going to be a huge weekend!"

Andy Murphy
"Stoked to be back at Adelaide Oval for my third Gather Round, and to be performing at The Pepsi Collective. It gets bigger every year — an absolute spectacle that perfectly blends sport, culture and music. Not only will I be checking out a few footy games, I'm planning to hit some new restaurants and sneak out to the wineries too — can't wait."

Cyril
"There are three things I'm looking forward to during the Gather Round. Watching the footy, DJing (of course) and a nice meat pie."

DJ Piero
"Spinning tunes at the Pepsi collective for the 2026 AFL gather round at Adelaide oval! Bring on the best vibe in Australia and the hottest ticket in town."

John Course
"When you love footy and you love playing music there is no better place than Adelaide for Gather Round at The Pepsi Collective to merge the two!!! Let's go!!!"