With the All-Ireland football and hurling finals fast approaching, thousands of fans across the country are eagerly awaiting their chance to get their hands on those coveted match tickets. Here are some quick answers to the key questions surrounding All-Ireland final tickets this year:
When do All-Ireland final tickets go on sale?
Tickets for both the hurling and football finals typically go on general sale 6-8 weeks before the game via the GAA website. However due to high demand, tickets often sell out very quickly.
How can I get All-Ireland final tickets?
There are a few options for getting All-Ireland final tickets:
- Buy online – Tickets go on sale via the GAA website and usually sell out very fast.
- Club allocation – Each club competing in the finals receives an allocation of tickets which are distributed to members.
- County boards – Each county board gets an allocation to distribute as they see fit.
- Sponsors – Companies sponsoring the GAA or All-Ireland championships receive an allocation.
- Touts – Buying from ticket touts is illegal and risky.
How much do All-Ireland final tickets cost?
All-Ireland final ticket prices vary depending on the stand and category. Here are the 2022 ticket prices:
Stand | Category | Price |
---|---|---|
Hogan | Premium | €150 |
Hogan | Standard | €100 |
Cusack | Premium | €90 |
Cusack | Standard | €80 |
Lower Davin | Premium | €80 |
Lower Davin | Standard | €70 |
Upper Davin | Standard | €60 |
Ticket prices for minors
Tickets for minors (under 18s) are discounted. Minor ticket prices start from €30 for the All-Ireland finals.
When are the 2023 All-Ireland finals?
The 2023 All-Ireland finals will be held on the following dates:
- Hurling final – Sunday July 23rd 2023
- Football final – Sunday September 3rd 2023
Where is the All-Ireland final played?
All All-Ireland finals are played in Croke Park stadium in Dublin which can accommodate over 82,000 spectators.
What are the ticket limits?
Ticket limits apply for All-Ireland finals to ensure access for supporters of both counties. The limits are typically:
- 4 tickets per application
- 2 tickets per person
Can I get wheelchair accessible or disabled tickets?
Yes, there are dedicated wheelchair accessible spaces and tickets for disabled patrons available for the All-Ireland finals. Contact your county board or the GAA ticketing office for details.
Are there replays if the final ends in a draw?
No, for All-Ireland finals there is no replay if the game ends in a draw. Instead, extra time of 10 minutes per half is played. If still level, a replay will take place 1-2 weeks later.
Conclusion
Getting tickets to the All-Ireland finals is a competitive and often stressful process due to huge demand. Planning ahead, checking online, and contacting your club or county board early are key to securing those coveted final tickets. Act fast once tickets go on general sale for the best chance of getting seats at Croke Park for the biggest GAA matches of the year!
Further Reading
History of All-Ireland Finals
The first All-Ireland hurling final was held in 1887 when Tipperary defeated Galway. The first football final was held in 1892 between Dublin and Cork.
Some key moments in All-Ireland final history include:
- 1910 – Cork beat Wexford in the first final held at Croke Park
- 1923 – First final following the Bloody Sunday shootings during the War of Independence
- 1924 – Introduction of the Sam Maguire Cup for football
- 1927 – First final to be broadcast on radio
- 1961 – Down beat Offaly in the first final televised live
- 1991 – First sponsorship sees the football final called the Bank of Ireland Football Final
- 2019 – Record crowd of 82,300 attends the football final between Dublin and Kerry
Dublin are the county with the most football final wins (30) while Kilkenny lead in hurling with 36 wins. Cork (30 wins) and Tipperary (27 wins) are next best in hurling.
All-Ireland Final Day Experience
All-Ireland final day is like no other on the Irish sporting calendar. Excitement across the country is at fever pitch in the weeks leading up to the game.
For supporters of the finalists, it is the culmination of the summer hurling and football seasons. Hopes and dreams all come down to this one day.
Croke Park is a sea of colour on finals day with fans decked out in their county colours. Face paint, wigs, flags and inflatable novelty hats add to the electric atmosphere.
The pre-match build up sees live music, cheerleaders, pipe bands and parades keep fans entertained. Irish dancing, catwalk model displays and parachutists dropping into the stadium also feature in recent years.
Once the ball is thrown-in, the noise is deafening with horns, roars and chanting echoing around Croke Park. After the final whistle, celebrations for the winners involve laps of honour and presentations. Commiserations and reflections follow for the losing side.
Win or lose, All-Ireland final day is an unforgettable experience for players and supporters alike.
All-Ireland Finals on TV
All-Ireland finals have been an integral part of Irish summer TV schedules since the first live broadcast in 1961. Finals were originally shown on RTÉ but live coverage switched to TV3 from 2008 to 2014.
Since 2015, RTÉ has regained exclusive live rights. The matches are among the most watched TV programmes annually in Ireland, with recent finals attracting over 1 million viewers.
As well as RTÉ, all finals are also broadcast live by the international GAA GO streaming service. This gives Irish diaspora worldwide the chance to tune in.
RTÉ coverage is fronted by an expert panel of analysts. This includes the likes of Joe Brolly, Pat Spillane and Henry Shefflin. Commentary comes from leading broadcasters such as Marty Morrissey, Ger Canning and Michael Lyster.
Pre-match, half-time and post-match coverage spans hours of RTÉ programming on finals day. Features and interviews provide insight into the teams, players and stories surrounding the big game.
The popularity of All-Ireland finals on TV allows Irish people at home and abroad to unite and share in the spectacle, history and tradition of these historic GAA occasions.