NRL Eels vs Dragons
The Blue & Gold army is coming home.
Parramatta Eels return to CommBank Stadium for their first home game of the 2026 season, firing up for a massive Round 3 showdown against long‑time rivals the St George Illawarra Dragons.
This year, expect more end‑to‑end footy, big match‑day moments and that unmistakable electric Eels atmosphere that only an afternoon in PARRAdise can bring.
Be there as the team runs out on home turf for the first time this season – this is one clash you won’t want to miss.
Game Day Experience
Before the first whistle, head to the City of Parramatta activation zone for a full afternoon of family-friendly fun:
- Meet the Eels mascots and snap a photo
- Play interactive games
- Test your footy skills in friendly challenges
Game Day Fan Hub
Start your game day early at the Parra Leagues Club’s transformed pre‑game precinct — now the official Game Day Fan Hub.
Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with:
- A lineup of food trucks
- Outdoor beer garden seating
- Free multicultural food sampling
- Live Cook Islands dancers
- Games and activities to build your pre‑match energy
It’s the perfect place to soak up the atmosphere, grab a bite and connect with fellow fans before walking across to the stadium for kick‑off.
First Home Game Fan March
Show your Parra pride and be part of a new game day tradition.
Join the Blue & Gold Army as we march together into CommBank Stadium, flags waving, chants echoing and the energy building for kickoff.
- Meet: Outside the Parra Leagues Club multi‑storey car park at 3:25pm
- March starts: 3:30pm
- Bonus: All march participants receive a free Blue & Gold flag
And throughout the 2026 season, every home game will feature free try‑celebration flags — wave them high for every point the Eels score.
Fan Zone
Inside the stadium, the fun continues with our brand‑new Game Day Experience, packed with colour, culture and high‑energy entertainment.
Highlights include:
- Live music
- ParraPlay activities
- Community activations
- Family‑friendly fun
- A Half-Time Cultural Celebration
- A special Kabaddi exhibition honouring South Asian sporting traditions
- A feature DJ set
- The ever-popular Parramatta Junior League Mini Mods lighting up the field
Getting There
CommBank Stadium is easily accessible by public transport, with Parramatta Station just a short walk away. Plan ahead and arrive early to enjoy the full game-day experience.
