Just because the AFL Grand Final isn't at the MCG, doesn't mean Victorians will miss out on their annual public holiday. 9News
Despite this, Victorians will still be able to enjoy their annual public holiday on October 23, which occurs on the Friday before the state's biggest sporting event each year.
"Confirmation of the Grand Final date also means that the Government can lock in the popular AFL Grand Final eve public holiday for Friday, 23 October," the Victorian government said."A 'Thank You Day' for Victorians who have made so many sacrifices as part of the community effort to contain the spread of coronavirus."
The MCG first hosted the Grand Final in 1902 and under a new agreement, the match will be played at the ground until at least 2058 – a one-year extension on the existing contract.
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