Accessibility

Event: M/FW 26 OPENING RUNWAY: ganbu marra

General information

Wheelchair Accessible

Accessible by wheelchair.

Accessibility Concierge

An Accessibility Concierge will be available to assist guests to navigate and enjoy the event. At M/FW runways, locate the Accessibility Concierge next to the ticketing desk or ask one of our many onsite staff and volunteers.

Accessible Seating

Accessible seating available and can be booked via ticketing platform.

Accessible Toilet

An accessible toilet is available at this event.

Assistive Listening Systems Available on Request

Hearing loops or assistive listening systems can be requested up to two weeks pre-event by emailing mfwticketing@melbourne.vic.gov.au.

Companion Cards & Companions

Companion Card Holders qualify for a complimentary second ticket. Please enter the access code “COMPANIONCARD” in the “Access Code” box at the top of the ticketing page of your selected event to reveal accessible ticket pricing. If you require a companion to access the event but do not have a Companion Card, we still encourage you to select Companion Card ticketing. M/FW understands that not all patrons who require assistance to attend events have Companion Cards and therefore our accessible ticketing options are available to all those who require it.

Gender Neutral Toilets

This event has gender neutral toilets available.

Language No Barrier

For this event, audiences can understand and engage with the event without a comprehensive understanding of the English language.

Open Captioning

This event will have on screen text descriptions that communicate dialogue, identify speakers and describe other relevant sounds.

Quiet Area or Sensory Map

A quiet area is available to help reduce sensory stimulation during the event. Where a dedicated quiet area cannot be provided a sensory map may be provided with your ticket to help you locate low-stimulation areas during the event. Please speak with the Accessibility Concierge or to a member of staff if you need help finding or using either service.

Seat Dimensions

Seated events have seat dimensions provided. Seating with back and arm rests can be requested up to 1 week pre-event by emailing mfwticketing@melbourne.vic.gov.au.

Social Stories

As a commitment to inclusion and accessibility, we have created these social stories to support you to prepare for what you will see, hear and do at M/FW. Please see the link below: mfw-cms.test.melbourne.vic.gov.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/MFW26-Runways-Social-Story.pdf

Getting There: Public Transport

There are several ways to get to NGV International by public transport. Tram routes 1, 3, 5, 6, 16, 64, 67 and 72 stop at the Arts Precinct accessible tram stop, directly outside NGV International on St Kilda Road. The closest train station is Flinders Street Station, a 500m walk across the Princes Bridge past the Arts Centre. Alternatively, take a one-stop tram ride from Flinders Street to the Gallery.

Getting There: Parking

Paid accessible parking is available at the Arts Centre Melbourne and Australian Ballet Centre. Due to ongoing building works in the area, access may be impacted at times. Please allow extra time to park before your visit.

Getting There: Additional Accessibility Information

Taxi and rideshare drop-off and pick-up points are located outside Arts Centre Melbourne, a 110m walk from the entrance to NGV International.