The Brownlow Medal count is traditionally held on the Monday night of AFL grand final week, in late September each year.

For upcoming and recent years:

  • In 2025, the Brownlow Medal count is scheduled for Monday 22 September at Crown Palladium in Melbourne, five days before the AFL Grand Final.
  • A 2026 Grand Final week events guide lists the Brownlow Medal on Monday 21 September 2026 at 7pm, again five days before the grand final.

So if you’re searching “when is Brownlow Medal,” the safest rule is: it’s on the Monday night of grand final week, usually around 21–23 September, with the exact date confirmed by the AFL each season via its official site and broadcasters.

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