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How many MCC seats are there?

Author

James Craig

Updated on March 13, 2026

How many MCC seats are there?

There are currently more than 103,000 members but on most days, the membership reserve was "underutilised" with only about 5,000 members attending. The member's stand has a capacity of 22,000.

Keeping this in consideration, how many seats does the MCC have?

1,00,024

Beside above, can you wear shorts in MCC members? Not Acceptable: WomenJeans, cargo pants and non-tailored pants. "Leggings" or shorts. Parkas, duffle coats, denim jackets, wind-breakers, golf and yachting weatherproofs, anoraks and bomber jackets. Note: Footless tights acceptable if suitable dress worn over the top.

Similarly, can MCC members sit anywhere?

Can I use my MCC membership to enter the public and AFL member areas at the MCG? No, your membership card will not be recognised at the public or AFL member entrances at the MCG. However, once members are inside the Members Reserve they may cross over into the public areas of the MCG to sit in unreserved seating areas.

How long is the waiting list for the MCC?

With a waiting list of approximately twenty-nine years, successful candidates will be given an opportunity to become an Associate Member before becoming a Full Member of MCC.

Where is MCC located?

The Metropolitan Correctional Center, New York (MCC New York) is a United States federal administrative detention facility in Manhattan, New York, which holds male and female prisoners of all security levels. It is operated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons, a division of the United States Department of Justice.

What are the best seats at MCG?

The Best Seat for Watching Footy at the MCG
  • The Great Southern Stand - The AFL forces the general public up onto the top tier of the stand.
  • The Olympic Stand - The upper tier of the Olympic stand is in a good position with regards to the sun and provides a clear view of most of the ground.

How do you become a MCC member?

In order to be placed on the MCC membership waiting list, the candidate must complete a nomination form and submit it to the club with an accompanying fee of $135 (incl. GST). Nomination forms require the signature of both a proposer and seconder that must be Full members of the Melbourne Cricket Club.

Are my seats undercover MCG?

Undercover Seating
Due to the difficulty in accurately classifying any seat at the MCG as "undercover", even though there is a roof overhead in some sections of the ground, patrons cannot be guaranteed protection from the elements. As a guide however, please click here to see where the drip line for each level lies.

How many people does the Great Southern Stand seat?

Occupying the southern side of the ground is the famous Great Southern Stand which opened in 1992. With a capacity of approximately 45,000, this structure set many benchmarks for the construction of sporting stadiums in Australia.

Is Great Southern Stand undercover?

The first 2 or 3 rows in the Great Southern Stand are in the open, the rest is undercover, although if the rain was blowing in there may be some 'spray' a few rows back from there.

Can you drink in MCC?

Food and drink
While members are not permitted to drink in their seats, they will be invited to consume as many beers as they can in the Bull Ring during the breaks.

Can I bring water into the MCG?

The MCG sells a lot of cheap food and drinks (most affordable football stadium food prices in the world), so don't bother bringing anything except a plastic bottle of water. Cans of soft drinks are fine as are plastic bottles.

What should I wear to MCC?

Current Regulations
The Long Room requires all males wear a lounge suit or tailored jacket, shirt, tie, slacks and dress shoes. And all females are expected to uphold a similarly appropriate dress standard.

Can you use someone else's MCC membership?

Card misuse
MCC membership is for personal use only and is strictly non-transferable. It is also your responsibility to ensure that your card is secure at all times so it cannot be "borrowed" by anyone else to use. Misuse of membership cards may result in the expulsion or suspension of a member.

Can you bring alcohol into lords?

Lord's is the only international cricket venue in the world where spectators can bring alcohol into the ground. A spectator may bring alcoholic drinks into the Ground in one of the following descriptions and quantities: (i) one bottle of wine or Champagne (max. 750ml); or (ii) two cans/bottles of beer/cider (max.

Can you smoke at the MCG?

No, the MCG is a smoke-free venue. "Smoking is not permitted within the MCG or within the designated smoke-free areas outside the stadium. This includes electronic cigarettes. Patrons may be asked to leave the event if they are found smoking in these areas."

What does MCC membership give you?

A key lure of MCC membership, which comprises full and restricted membership classes, is free entry to almost all AFL and cricket matches. The key advantage for full members, whose current annual fee is $642, over restricted members is the ability to attend the AFL grand final, subject to capacity.

Can you wear jeans to MCC?

Denim is acceptable and males must wear a collared shirt, irrespective of whether or not a collared sweater or jacket is being worn over the top.

Can you wear ripped jeans in the Medallion Club?

Not accepted items include t-shirts without a collar, sleeveless singlets or football jumpers, hooded jumpers, tracksuit pants, ripped denim, shorts, runners, thongs, ugg boots, hats and beanies.

What do you wear to a dinner board of directors?

You can raise the bar a bit but don't overdo it. For men, this means wearing a stylish suit with a long-sleeved white or light-colored shirt, along with a classic tie. For women, a professional looking pant or skirt suit is ideal. Men should wear dress shoes and dark socks.

What should I wear to t20?

The Lord's dress code for men states: “Gentlemen shall wear lounge suits or tailored jacket and trousers, shirt, tie or cravat and shoes with socks.” Women must wear: “dresses; or skirts or trousers (which may be cropped below the knee) or culottes, with blouses or smart tops, and formal shoes, boots or sandals.”

What do you wear to the cricket?

What to wear to the cricket. If you are going to a cricket match, we recommend packing for all seasons - jumper, raincoat, trousers, shorts and a t-shirt. Cricket is a summer sport, but, if you live in the United Kingdom, the summer weather is very changeable.

Is there a dress code for the Medallion Club?

Dress Code
Smart casual is the minimum dress standard for entry to the Medallion Club at both Marvel Stadium and the MCG. Not withstanding the dress standards outlined, the Medallion Club reserves the right to refuse entry to any person considered inappropriately attired.

What should I wear to MCG corporate box?

What is the dress code for MCG Corporate Boxes? Thongs, scuffs, dilapidated footwear, gumboots, moccasins, slippers and ugg boots. T-shirts, singlets, torn or ripped clothes, even if “designer” tears. Shirts not supported by a collar including crew neck shirts (skivvies are acceptable).

Is there a waiting list for AFL membership?

AFL Full Membership Waitlist. The AFL membership FAQ outlines how AFL Silver Members are automatically placed on the Full Membership waiting list and that, once Full Member upgrades are completed in June each year, Silver Members are advised how many members were upgraded to Full Membership.

What is a provisional MCC membership?

Provisional membership
It serves to give waiting list candidates a membership during the period when they would otherwise be waiting for Restricted membership. Provisional members have fewer benefits and less access to the Reserve, and facilities within the Reserve, than Full and Restricted members.