The AFL trade period typically ends in mid‑October, with the final deadline around 7:00–7:30 pm AEDT on the last day. For 2025, the men’s Continental Tyres AFL Trade Period closed on Wednesday 15 October at about 7:00–7:30 pm AEDT.

Key dates and times

  • In recent seasons, the men’s AFL trade period has started in early October and run for about 10 days, finishing in the evening on a Wednesday.
  • For 2025, official key‑dates pages and trackers show the trade period running from Monday 6 October to Wednesday 15 October, with the deadline set for the early evening (around 7:00–7:30 pm AEDT).

Why the end time matters

  • All clubs must lodge their final paperwork before the deadline, but some trades are only publicly confirmed shortly after the cut‑off as the league processes deals.
  • Media and fan coverage usually intensifies on “deadline day”, with live blogs and trade radios tracking last‑minute moves until the window closes.

How to check this year

  • Exact dates and times can shift slightly year to year, so the most reliable source is the official AFL “Key Dates” or trade‑hub page for the current season.
  • Major outlets such as ESPN and Sporting News also maintain live trade trackers that clearly list the current year’s opening and closing times.

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