Villa Park opens its doors on Saturday afternoon when Burnley arrive for a Premier League clash (ko 3pm).
Aston Villa picked up three points against Norwich City on Tuesday night and they'll be looking to do the same against the Clarets.
Below you’ll find all the information you need to enjoy your visit to the stadium on matchday…
Tickets
The Burnley game is sold out - thanks again for your wonderful support!
Villa's next home game against Chelsea is also sold out, and tickets for Manchester United's visit in January are currently on sale to members. Purchasing a membership is a great way to ensure access to tickets for games at Villa Park.
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Your visit to Villa Park
In the current climate, it's important that supporters take steps to ensure that their visit to the stadium is a safe one.
Turnstiles open at 1:30pm, so make sure you arrive to the stadium in plenty of time ahead of kick-off to ensure smooth entry. However you're planning to get to the match, take a look at our Travel & Parking guide before leaving home.
West Midlands Trains have also issued the following update for Saturday: Services to/from Aston / Witton will be busier between 11.00 - 15.00 and between 16.00 - 18.00. Additional services will be running to/from Witton, and plans are in place to get people moving as quickly as possible, but there will be a queue system in place to keep you safe. Please allow extra time for your journey.
As is usually the case, a traffic exclusion zone will be in operation around the stadium – meaning there will be less traffic on Trinity Road and Witton Lane from 90 minutes before the match starts. Limited car parking is available at Brookvale car park, subject to availability.
Supporters are advised to read the new COVID-19 Matchday Regulations that will be implemented from this weekend.
The Holte Suite and Holte Pub open three hours prior to kick-off and close two hours after full-time.
Matchday protocols and COVID-19 guidance
Supporters are advised to be prepared to show NHS COVID-19 status certification in order to attend matchdays at Villa Park – starting from Saturday’s Premier League fixture against Burnley.
Following the government’s announcement to introduce Plan B of its COVID response autumn-winter measures, new protocols are now in place for all match-attending fans.
All supporters aged 18 or over, including those in hospitality, will be required to:
- Pre-register your COVID status online in advance of arriving at the stadium - this is to declare you are symptom-free, hold a valid NHS COVID Pass or negative NHS COVID test result and understand you risk being refused entry if you cannot provide proof. Supporters will simply be asked to complete a pre-registration form which will be emailed to fans (lead bookers for group tickets) within 72 hours of matchday. This must be submitted prior to three hours before kick-off. Please ensure your email address and preferences are up-to-date.
- Show your NHS COVID Pass or negative NHS COVID test result (within the previous 24 hours) at stadium checks.
- Do not travel if you feel unwell and/or are displaying COVID symptoms
Spot checks will take place across all areas of the stadium, including hospitality, and supporters risk being denied entry if you are unable to show your NHS COVID Pass or proof of a negative NHS COVID test within the previous 24 hours, ideally on matchday.
If applicable, evidence of a negative lateral flow test result needs to be registered within the NHS COVID Pass. Do not bring your lateral flow test kit to the stadium.
For more information see the club's updated COVID-19 Matchday Regulations.
During the match
We would like to remind supporters that Villa Park is an all-seater stadium.
In all areas of Villa Park, we have children, elderly fans and those with medical conditions who are unable to see or watch the match if supporters stand up in front of them.
Please be mindful of this at all times and thank you for your cooperation.
Cashless stadium
Please note, Villa Park will be cashless to help ensure safe social distancing practices and minimise contact at all points of sale. This includes the Villa Store, with card payments widely accepted in and around the stadium.
The only exception is programme kiosks outside the ground, which will still accept cash.
Pre-match entertainment
Roaming entertainment will again be present at Villa Park on matchdays this season.
The entertainment will consist of a brass band and steel pan band playing a festive set.
Santa and his reindeer will also be paying a visit to Villa Park.
All of the above will be located in the Trinity forecourt area and Holte End car park.
Food and beverage
Baked in Brick and Brummie Bostin Brownie have been popular additions to the food offering in the Trinity concourse this season.
Baked in Brick offer a range of BBQ Chicken Tikka burgers, a Lemon Curry Halloumi Burger and a range of fries. Serving up a sweet treat, Brummie Bostin Brownie have a selection of double chocolate brownies to choose from, including an Eton Mess and Banoffee Pie flavours.
Outside the stadium there will be several street food trucks situated on the Trinity Stand forecourt and a bar serving alcoholic and soft drinks. The traders include The Grub Shed, The Currywurst and Cheeky Maharaja.
Fun Zone
The family Fun Zone returns to Villa Park’s Academy Building on Sunday from 1-3pm.
Young Villans can take part in a number of exciting, fun activities ahead of kick-off. We have football darts, wipeout sweeper arm, rodeo reindeer, assault course, inflatable christmas games stall, photo booth, face painting and a DJ.
To help keep people safe, sanitiser stations will be provided at each activity. Face masks will be required in the Fun Zone in line with government guidance on face masks in crowded indoor spaces.
Matchday Click and Collect
A new Matchday Click and Collect platform is in operation at Villa Park this season.
Supporters will be able to pre-order merchandise in the run up to matchday and on the day, and collect from the Villa Store or Holte Store. You can also order from your seat up until half-time and collect after the game.
Visit here to shop, choose your collection point, and pick up on the day.
Villa Store opening hours v Burnley: 9am-6pm
Holte Store opening hours v Burnley: 12pm-3pm and reopens at 4:30pm-5:30pm
Trinity pop-up store v Burnley: 1:30pm-3pm and at half-time
Trinity Hospitality store v Burnley: 12pm-5:30pm
Academy v Burnley: 1pm-3pm
See it...hear it...report it!
If you witness discriminatory behaviour at a match or around a stadium, please report it to the police or a steward.
Supporters at Villa Park can text REPORT to 60060 along with the location of the incident and details of what you have witnessed using one of the key words below to enable a prompt response.
The text line also includes the reporting of any safeguarding concerns. The text service will be supported by our security team and West Midlands Police. Each text costs one standard message at your network rate. The club may share your details with West Midlands Police if further information is required to assist with a criminal prosecution.
Fan engagement and Pride Rewards
Fans will again be able to take part in the ‘Pick a Player’ game on Pride Rewards for the chance to earn loyalty points. All you have to do is pick a player for the match and their performance during the game will earn you points.
Fans can collect items they have redeemed on Pride Rewards from the collection point between 1pm-3pm. The collection point window is situated on the side of Villa Village just to the right of the main Ticket Office.
Half-Time Trivia returns for this game. Fans will have the opportunity to test their Villa knowledge at half-time for a chance to win a 2021/22 home shirt.
The question will be read out and displayed on the big screens pre-match, with the winner presented with the shirt at half-time. All fans have to do is tweet their answer along with #PartOfThePride and their seat, row, block and stand for the chance to win.
We want to know about your matchday experience at Villa Park. Tweet us using #avfclive and let us know your matchday experiences!
