Your 2026 match day itinerary
The nib Newcastle Knights will return to McDonald Jones Stadium this Saturday for a massive Old Boys Day Triple Header this weekend.
Our NRL, NRLW and NSW Cup teams are all in action, in what is set to be a massive occasion to close out our regular season fixtures at home.
With anticipation building, we've broken down everything you need to know ahead of kick-off to make sure you enjoy your footy:
Triple Header | NRL Round 25/NRLW Round 8
| Date: | Saturday, August 22, 2026 |
| Venue: | McDonald Jones Stadium |
| Gates/Fan Zone Open: | 10:15am |
| NSW Cup - Knights vs Sea Eagles | 10:30am |
| NRLW - Knights vs Tigers: | 12:45pm |
| NRL – Knights vs Sea Eagles: | 3:00pm |
Key Game Day Info
Theme: Old Boys Day
50/50 Charity Partner: John Hunter Children's Hospital
Match Day Sponsor: Hunter City Motor Group
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
Our final exclusive Knights Youth Co. pin celebrates Our Team - the players, Members and supporters who stand together as one Knights family.
Show your Youth Co. or Junior Membership card at the Fan Zone tent to grab yours before they’re gone.
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 or post-game experience all season long.
Not a member? No worries.
JOIN TODAY!
Social membership is free and ensures seamless club entry or join as a Full Member for just $10 and get $10 back instantly. Plus enjoy full member benefits including 10% off food outlets, 15% off beverages at public bars and member only offers like $6* Happy Hours from 4pm – 6pm daily and $15.90* Savvy Savers from Mon – Thurs. *T&Cs apply. Visit mywests.com.au for more details.
Pre-Game
NSW Cup will open proceedings this week, as part of a special Triple Header with our NRLW and NRL teams.
The action kicks off at 10:30am, with the third placed Knights taking on the last placed Sea Eagles.
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:
- McDonald Jones Homes Activation
- Giant Games
- Red Energy Jumping Castle
- Face Painting
- McDonalds Activation
- Hunter City Motor Group Display Car
- NewFM Live Broadcast
- Mullet Barber
- THE ICONIC Confidence Carpet
- Reflections Holidays Activation
- Petting Zoo
- Newcastle Permanent Activation
- Once a Knight Old Boys
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 - John Hunter Children's Hospital
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.
Find out more and download the timetable here.
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.
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 Fox League and Kayo Sports.