The 2026 AFL Awards night is set on Tuesday, 25 August 2026, with ongoing updates of top athletes arriving in formal wear. The ceremony will announce the year's All Australian team and select the Rising Star recipient. Outlets including afl.com.au, ABC News, and Fox Sports are offering real-time updates of this annual celebration.
Top contenders gather for the ceremony, where one superstar aims for an all-time record feat. Geelong Cats player Connor O'Sullivan addressed the media ahead of the big reveal. The All Australian team selection tops the list of honours.