Superstar Ed Sheeran is coming to Melbourne this week as part of his + – = ÷ x Tour (pronounced ‘The Mathematics Tour’).
Ed Sheeran is no stranger to breaking records, and he’s notching up yet another this week.
Promoted by Frontier Touring, Ed Sheeran’s concert on Friday 3 March at the Melbourne Cricket Ground has smashed the Australian record for the most tickets sold to a single concert, with more than 107,000 fans set to attend on the night. His Thursday 2 March MCG concert is similarly record breaking, with more than 100,000 tickets sold to date – final tickets are now on sale for Thursday’s show.
Matt Gudinski, CEO of Mushroom Group, said of the amazing result, “Ed loves to break a record and he’s smashed this one. It’s phenomenal that more than 200,000 people will see this amazing show at our iconic MCG. Melbourne is set for two incredibly special nights with one of the greatest performers ever.”
The colossal shows are part of Ed’s massive + – = ÷ x Tour of Australia and New Zealand, with fans witnessing one of the most spectacular productions to ever visit our shores.
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In the lead-up to the shows, here’s an event guide to Ed Sheeran in Melbourne at the MCG.
The Shows
Thursday 2 March 2023
Melbourne Cricket Ground | Melbourne, VIC
With special guest Maisie Peters (UK) and Budjerah
Licensed All Ages
Ticketek.com.au | 132 849
Friday 3 March 2023
Melbourne Cricket Ground | Melbourne, VIC
With special guest Maisie Peters (UK) and Budjerah
Licensed All Ages
Ticketek.com.au | 132 849
Fans will be treated to an array of tracks off his latest album ‘=’ plus hits from across his career.
Cutting-edge production – the likes of which have never been seen before in Australia or New Zealand – will see Ed perform in the round surrounded by fans, to some of the largest venue attendances ever.
Set Times
Gates open: 4.30pm AEDT
Budjerah: 6.00pm AEDT
Maisie Peters: 7.00pm AEDT
Ed Sheeran: 8.15pm AEDT
To ensure you don’t miss any of the show, arrive early and leave plenty of time for the entry process. Show times above are approximate only and subject to change.
Access your tickets via the Ticketek App
Tickets for Ed Sheeran can only be accessed via the Ticketek App. For smooth entry, follow these three simple steps before you get to the venue:
- Download the Ticketek App to view your ticket order on iPhone or Android
- Share tickets with others in your group so they have their own ticket on their mobile
- Add your ticket to your Apple or Google Wallet
When you arrive at the venue, you will automatically receive a notification on your mobile phone to open your tickets. Make sure you tap on this to view your ticket in the wallet and use this as your ticket to enter the venue, and scan at the turnstiles. Your wallet ticket will open and scan even if your mobile is offline, or the mobile network is slow.
Tickets will be available to add to your wallet and share from Monday February 27. For more information on accessing your tickets, click here.
Ensure your phone batteries are charged and brightness is all the way up upon entry!
Arena seating
Patrons with arena seating must obtain a wristband prior to entering the venue. Wristband collection kiosks open from 3.30pm AEDT and are located closest to Gates 1, 2 and 3 in Yarra Park.
Stadium maps
Prohibited items
There are a few items you can’t bring into the venue, including:
- Bags bigger than A3
- Hard plastic and metal drink bottles
For a full list of prohibited items for this show, click here.
There are no cloaking facilities available at the venue so please leave any bigger items at home!
Access and Inclusion Features available at the MCG
• MCG’s Sensory Friendly Space presented by the MCC Foundation
• Visual story – Going to a concert at the MCG
• The G-Train Mobility Shuttle Service
• Multi-Faith Prayer Room
• Family rooms
• Accessible facilities including a Changing Places facility
Parking at the G
General public parking in Yarra Park is unavailable for this event. Parking via Gates 3 and 5 is available to accredited and disability permit holders only and will be extremely limited. There is no guarantee of available spaces. Alternate transportation is recommended.
Pre-purchase accessible parking will be available via Ticketek. If sold out, there will be no pay-on-arrival parking available.
Click here for parking information as well as alternative parking options close to the MCG, and continue to check regularly for updates.
Road Closures for Ed Sheeran
Full road closures will be in place around the MCG for this event. Brunton Avenue, Jolimont Street and Terrace, Vale Street and Wellington Parade will be impacted.
Brunton Avenue: 9.30am-11.30pm
Jolimont Street and Terrace: 3.00pm-11.00pm
Vale Street: 4.30pm-11.00pm
Wellington Parade: 10.30pm-11.30pm
Drop off and pick up zones
For both concerts, Clarendon Street will be available as a designated rideshare, drop off and pick up zone for all patrons.
View the map here.
Getting There
Find your best way to get to the MCG with our journey planner and transport option tools. For information on public transport, pedestrian access, taxi ranks and more, click here.
Metro Trains Disruptions
Buses replace trains on sections of the Hurstbridge, Belgrave, Lilydale and Upfield lines this Thursday and Friday.
Thursday
- Buses replace trains on the Belgrave and Lilydale lines between Camberwell and Box Hill stations.
Friday
- Buses replace trains on the Belgrave and Lilydale lines between Camberwell and Box Hill stations.
- Buses replace trains on the Hurstbridge line between Heidelberg and Greensborough stations from 8pm.
- Buses replace trains on the Upfield line between North Melbourne and Upfield stations from 9.30pm.
V/Line disruptions
Coaches replace trains on the Bendigo, Echuca, and Swan Hill lines this Thursday and Friday.
Thursday
- Coaches replace trains on the Bendigo, Echuca, and Swan Hill lines between Southern Cross and Bendigo, Echuca, and Swan Hill stations.
Friday
- Coaches replace trains on the Bendigo, Echuca, and Swan Hill lines between Southern Cross and Bendigo, Echuca, and Swan Hill stations.
Please be aware that after the concerts, there are extra services available to take fans home on the Ballarat and Geelong lines, as well as an extra coach on Thursday night for Seymour Line passengers. For more information, click here.
Passengers should allow extra time when travelling to and from the MCG. Please be aware after the concerts there may be increased congestion and delays getting onto the platforms at Richmond and Jolimont stations. Passengers are advised to return to where they got off the bus prior.
For further information and to plan your journey at ptv.vic.gov.au.
To find out more, head here.
