Hip hop icon Snoop Dogg will headline the 2025 AFL Grand Final entertainment.
The AFL on Tuesday morning confirmed Snoop Dogg as the main pre-match act for the premiership decider on Saturday, September 27 at the MCG.
The 53-year old from California is best known for his hit songs Young, Wild & Free, Drop It Like It’s Hot and Nuthin’ But a “G” Thang.
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It will mark Snoop Dogg’s first ever live appearance at the MCG and follows major international artists to feature on grand final day including Katy Perry, KISS and Robbie Williams over the last three years.
Snoop Dogg said he was thrilled to perform on the biggest day on the AFL calendar.
“It’s an absolute honour to be hitting the stage at the AFL Grand Final,” Snoop Dogg said.
“It’s one of the biggest events on the Aussie calendar. Can’t wait to bring the energy and celebrate with the fans. Let’s make it unforgettable.”
Snoop Dogg will headline the 2025 AFL Grand Final entertainment. Picture: SuppliedSource: Supplied
Snoop Dogg last toured Australia in 2023. He’s also performed at the Super Bowl and Olympic Games.
The grand final will again start at the traditional timeslot of 2.30pm.
“The AFL Grand Final is the biggest event on the Australian sporting calendar — and this year, it just got a whole lot bigger,” AFL CEO Andrew Dillon said.
“Snoop Dogg is a pioneer, a performer, and a true entertainer. He’s played to packed stadiums around the world — but we think 100,000 fans at the MCG might just be his most iconic crowd yet.
“We want grand final day to be an unforgettable celebration of footy — and beyond the four quarters of the match, a celebration of culture, energy, and entertainment. Snoop fits that brief better than anyone.
“From Long Beach to the biggest stage in Australian sport — Snoop Dogg is coming to the MCG for the Telstra pre-game entertainment, and we’re ready to make history.”
Mushroom Group chief executive Matt Gudinski said Snoop Dogg could be the biggest star ever booked for the grand final.
“Following unforgettable performances from global superstars Katy Perry, Robbie Williams, and The Killers, this year the AFL is taking it to the next level with global icon and cultural superstar Snoop Dogg, who will headline the Telstra pre-game entertainment,” Gudinski said.
“My team at Mushroom are currently working closely with Snoop and his team to produce an unforgettable spectacle, that will once again set the standard for live entertainment at sporting events in Australia.
“This news is just the beginning — we’re also collaborating with the AFL to include incredible Australian artists and performers in the pre-game showcase, and we can’t wait to share more soon.”