Our matchday guide gives you all the information you need ahead of our return to league action against St Johnstone on Sunday 11 October, 2pm kick-off.
This fixture marks our Biggest Dons Day Out, with over 25 grassroots football and school groups joining us in the RDS Upper. As well as raising vital funds for their organisations through ticket cashback, they'll be taking part in the UK's largest junior-led tifo display.
Tickets for this match are available to book online via afc.co.uk/eTickets.
9.30am | The Club Shop
The Club Shop will be open from 9.30am on matchday. You can browse our online store here.
9.30am | The Ticket Office
The Ticket Office is open from 9.30am right up until kick-off. Please note that ticket collections move to the Merkland Collection Point from 1pm.
The Ticket Office will be extremely busy as kick-off approaches, so please collect your tickets as early as possible to avoid long queues. Tickets are available to book online 24/7 at afc.co.uk/eTickets.
AberDNA Souvenir Packs
Souvenir Packs will be made available to collect from the Ticket Office after the match only. Due to stadium safety regulations, we are unable to distribute these to supporters prior to kick-off.
Matchday Travel with First Bus and Stagecoach
To receive free matchday travel with First Bus you must update your preferences and opt in if you have not done so already.
Once your account has been activated in the First Bus app, matchday travel tickets will be issued automatically for each match. Tickets will be available in the First Bus app and can be used on all First Bus services in Aberdeen on matchday.
You will receive an email from First Bus when a ticket has been added to your app.
If you have any queries or require assistance with receiving free matchday travel please email [email protected].
Stagecoach codes will continue to be distributed via email as usual.
10.45pm | Welcome the Dons to Pittodrie
Welcome the Dons to Pittodrie on matchday! Players will arrive at the stadium between 11.45pm - 12.30pm, head to the main entrance on Pittodrie Street to meet your favourite players for autographs and photos.
12pm | RDS Fanzone opens
All Richard Donald Stand ticket buyers can join us from 12pm to soak up the matchday atmosphere. Supporters with RDS tickets can enjoy pre-match alcoholic drinks, served until 1.45pm (15 minutes before kick-off).
Please see our drinks menu below:
Madri | £6 Aspell | £6 Vinca Red, White or Rose Wine (can) | £6 Guinness Zero | £6 Fierce 1983 Zero | £4.80
Supporters can also enjoy live music from local artist Callum Leys.
1pm | Turnstiles open
Turnstiles will open from 1pm on matchday.
The stadium is expected to be busy, so we would encourage everyone to arrive early so you don't miss any of the match!
1pm | Buchan Wealth Management Family Area
Families and kids can enjoy a special matchday experience tailored towards our younger fanbase in our designated Family Area in the Richard Donald Stand Upper, sponsored by Buchan Wealth Management.
You can find the Family Area in the Richard Donald Stand Upper, Blocks 5 & 6, enter the stadium through turnstiles under G13 and G14 on the Richard Donald Stand concourse.
Get your face painted or collect your AFC giveaway before heading to your seat!
1.55pm | RDS Surfing Banner Display
Supporters in the RDS are encouraged to arrive in plenty of time and get involved in the pre-match display from 2.55pm as we get ready to welcome the team to the pitch!
Try out the Pie of the Match!
With a large variety of hot and cold snacks available to purchase from kiosks around the ground, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
Make sure you don't miss out on trying BaxterStorey's Pie of the Match, Doner Bursa! Look out for it all round the ground while stock lasts.
NEW Street Food Kiosk in the South Stand
Supporters in the South Stand can try our brand new Street Food Kiosk for hot dogs, chips and loaded fries.
This week's specials:
Loaded Chicken Gyros Fries | £12
Chicken, spiced slaw, chopped tomatoes, pitta bread, mint yoghurt sauce and chilli sauce.
Chicken Gyros Dirty Dog | £8
Hot dog loaded with chicken, spiced slaw, mint yoghurt sauce and chilli sauce.
AFCCT Matchday Draw
Support the vital work of Aberdeen Football Community Trust with their Matchday Draw!
Tickets cost £2 and can be purchased from the AFCCT Community Zone located on the RDS concourse, the stadium turnstiles and our Hospitality Lounges prior to kick-off on matchdays.
30% of the cash pot is up for grabs across two winners of 20% and 10% – the other 70% goes back into AFCCT to continue their work in the community across the North-East!
'Here to Help' SET Team Members
The Aberdeen FC Supporter Engagement Team is dedicated to enhancing the matchday experience for supporters. They are available to assist with directions, information, and friendly chats during matches.
Please note, supporters are politely reminded use of pyrotechnic smoke devices inside and outside the stadium is prohibited and the use of these objects is endangering themselves and others. Anyone caught in possession or using a pyro device will face criminal action and will be banned from Pittodrie.
