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Your 2026 match day itinerary

The nib Newcastle Knights are back home for an Easter Sunday showdown against the Canberra Raiders.

The two unbeaten sides will face off at McDonald Jones Stadium at 4:05pm, with the game doubling as Voice For Mining Family Day thanks to our match day partner NSW Mining.

With the boys set to once again don the high-vis jersey, we've broken down everything you need to know ahead of kick-off to make sure you enjoy your footy:

NRL Round 5 Knights v Raiders

Date: Sunday, April 5, 2026
Venue: McDonald Jones Stadium
Gates/Fan Zone Open: 1:15pm
NSW Cup – Knights v Raiders: 1:35pm
NRL – Knights v Warriors: 4:05pm

Key Game Day Info

Theme: Voice for Mining Family Day

50/50 Charity Partner: Westpac Rescue Helicopter

Match Day Sponsor: NSW Mining

Merchandise

Official Knights merchandise will be available throughout the venue on Game Day, while our official Club Shop will be open from 9am until kick off.

Official merchandise can also be purchased on our online store.

Ticketing

Tickets for all Knights home games can be purchased online by clicking here.

A limited amount of tickets will also be available at the Box Office on Game Day.

We strongly recommend purchasing your tickets prior to match day to avoid disappointment and queues.

Membership

With new signings, returning stars, and the rivalries that define the game, membership puts you at the heart of every unforgettable moment in 2026.

Full season and partial season memberships on sale now.

The Knights Membership Team are available to assist with any issues on Game Day. The team are located outside the entrance to the Western grandstand at the Membership Box Office Window.

Knights Youth Co. 2026 Pin Collection   

Collect the second exclusive pin on Easter Sunday and tip your hat to one of the greats.

This game’s limited-edition Youth Co. pin is “Born Red & Blue”, reflecting on a legendary moment in NRL folklore.

Claim yours at the Knights Youth Co. Tent in the Fan Zone by showing your Knights Youth Co. or Junior Membership card.

Stock is limited - don’t miss out.

Download the printable Youth Co. Collectible Checklist for this season’s collectibles here.

Not a member? The Knights Youth Co. Membership is completely free and is a special pass to a whole lot of fun, goodies, merch, pop-ups, perks, and activities across the season.

Join now!

Get ready for the footy at Wests!

Before kick-off, swing by Wests, New Lambton to soak in the pre-game buzz alongside your fellow Knights supporters and support the club that supports the Knights!

Just a short 10-minute stroll from the stadium, Wests is the ideal pre-game experience all season long.

Not a member? No worries.

JOIN TODAY!

Social membership is free and ensures seamless club entry pre and post game or upgrade to Full Membership for just $10 and start saving instantly with access to member only offers like Happy Hours and Savvy Savers.

Pre-Game

Prior to NRL kick-off, both our Jersey Flegg and NSW Cup sides are in action, with both sides also taking on the Warriors.

Be there to watch all three grades, with the action kicking off at 10:30am.

Fan Zone

There will be plenty happening in the Fan Zone outside of the stadium prior to kick-off.

Get in early with the whole family, with plenty on offer for everyone:

  • Giant Games
  • Red Energy Jumping Castle
  • Face Painting
  • Balloon Twisters
  • Knights Youth Co. and Knights Membership
  • HCMG Display Car
  • Live DJ
  • Easter Craft Station
  • Roaming Easter Bunny Mascot
  • Westpac Rescue Helicopter
  • Petting Zoo

Venue

McDonald Jones Stadium, 294 Turton Rd, Broadmeadow NSW 2292

50-50 Charity Raffle

The 50-50 Charity Raffle is a not-for-profit fundraising product operated by the 50-50 Foundation. It is the Foundation's aim to raise significant funds for charities and good causes by partnering with sporting clubs and teams, event owners and charity partners to host fundraising raffles.

50% of the prize pool raised at each fundraising raffle goes to one lucky ticket holder who is drawn at random during the event. The remaining 50% goes directly towards charitable purposes.

Purchase raffle tickets before the game online or get yours on game day to show your support.

This week's Charity Partner - Westpac Rescue Helicopter

Shuttle

Knights fans will have an easy time getting to Newcastle Knights home games thanks to free, dedicated bus services that will run to McDonald Jones Stadium during the 2026 season. 

Free bus services for Knights fans will run at regular intervals from two hours prior to kick off from selected bus stops along the route. Return services will run for around an hour after full-time. Catch one of the five stadium shuttle services to get to Knights games at McDonald Jones Stadium in 2026.

Parking

NRL fans driving to the game are encouraged to plan to arrive early as parking on-site and in the area will be in high demand and traffic may be heavier than usual.

Parking on game days is available only for vehicles with a pre-paid parking ticket.

Disabled parking areas have been designated in close proximity to each of the McDonald Jones Stadium accessible entries. To purchase mobility parking please phone Ticketmaster on 136 100 or visit the Ticketmaster box office at the Stadium.

Train

The closest station to McDonald Jones Stadium is Broadmeadow on the Central Coast & Newcastle Line.

Trains run regularly to Broadmeadow on the Central Coast & Newcastle Line which is within walking distance of McDonald Jones Stadium.

Remember you'll need to use an Opal card or contactless payment method when travelling to and from the game on public transport. Register your details via the Opal website or app ahead of time.

Transport NSW on transport services and more information on COVID-19 travel advice.

Drop-off zones

If you wish to drop off a patron in the stadium's car park we do have a 10-minute loading zone. This can be accessed by entering either driveway off Turton Road.

Taxi

McDonald Jones Stadium taxi stand is located at Young Road, Broadmeadow. Taxis can be accessed after the event by following the signs to Young Road. For further information please contact Newcastle Taxis on 13 33 00.

To watch

The NRL game will be shown live on Channel Nine, Fox League and Kayo Sports.