The MCG's 2026 calendar included a night with a different purpose from its usual sporting fixtures. Melbourne City Mission scheduled Sleep at the G for Thursday 14 May, inviting people to spend the night at the ground and raise funds for youth homelessness services.
The event brings together individuals, workplace teams, families and community groups. Its programme combines conversations about homelessness with music and other activities before participants settle in for the night.
Money raised supports housing and services that help young people find stability, return to education or work, and move towards independent living. Melbourne City Mission publishes event details and donation information on the Sleep at the G website.