Hawthorn will face Fremantle during the 2027 Gather Round, as announced by the AFL on Monday morning.

It will be the first meeting between the two teams since the Hawks' memorable Qualifying Final win over the Dockers during the 2026 Finals Series.

Tickets for 2027 Gather Round will go on sale in December:

Wednesday, 9 December
10.30am AEDT - Club and AFL Members First Priority Window

Thursday, 10 December
10.30am AEDT to 1pm ACDT / 1.30pm AEDT - Club and AFL Members

Second Priority Window
3.30pm AEDT - General Public

GATHER ROUND FIXTURE
Hawthorn v Fremantle
Saturday 10 April, 2027
Adelaide Oval, 7:15pm (ACST) / 7.45pm (AEST)