AFL State of Origin to Return in 2026 with Perth as Exclusive ...
AFL State of Origin returns in 2026 with Perth’s Optus Stadium as exclusive host, delivering major tourism, economic and community benefits.
ministryofsport.comShort answer: The latest public schedule for State of Origin 2026 places the three men’s games in this order:
- Game 1: Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at Accor Stadium, Sydney
- Game 2: Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)
- Game 3: Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane
Context and sources
- The official or widely reported 2026 NSW vs Queensland schedule lists Game I on May 27 at Accor Stadium with a 8:05 pm kickoff (Sydney).[1][5]
- Game II is scheduled for June 17 at the MCG (Melbourne) with a 8:05 pm kickoff.[3][1]
- Game III is set for July 8 at Suncorp Stadium (Brisbane) with a 8:05 pm kickoff.[1][3]
Notes
- If you’re planning travel or tickets, verify current venue logistics and any broadcast or ticketing changes closer to the dates, as schedules can shift due to unforeseen events or reschedulings.[3]
- There are also related “State of Origin” discussions in other sports (e.g., AFL) about similar-sounding events returning in 2026, but the rugby league State of Origin dates above refer specifically to the NSW Blues vs Queensland Maroons series.[4]
Would you like me to pull the latest updates on any potential date changes, ticketing links, or travel tips for visiting Sydney, Melbourne, or Brisbane around those games? If you want, I can also provide a compact calendar file (ICS) with the three match dates.[1][3]