Everton’s first night at Hill Dickinson Stadium: your ticket game plan
Goodison Park has been home for 133 years. Now, Everton step into Hill Dickinson Stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock, a 52,888-seater on Liverpool’s waterfront, with Brighton and Hove Albion set as the first opponents on the opening weekend of the 2025/26 Premier League season in early August. Demand is massive. The club confirmed on July 28, 2025, that a ballot for Forever Blue+ Members opens first, with more sales phases to follow.
If you’re aiming for the first game, membership status matters. Forever Blue+ sits at the top of the queue for this launch fixture. Those members enter a ballot, which the club says is to keep things fair when demand dwarfs supply. If you’re drawn, you’ll get a window to complete the purchase—miss the deadline and the ticket returns to the pool. Keep your contact details and payment info up to date before the ballot closes.
What about everyone else? Everton will publish the next phases—likely a mix of additional member windows and any limited general sale—on the official ticketing page. Expect availability to be tight for this opener. If you’re not in Forever Blue+, upgrading your membership now helps for later home games as the season settles and the frenzy eases.
- Join or upgrade your membership and make sure your client reference numbers (for family or friends) are linked.
- Verify your email and phone number, and turn on app notifications so you don’t miss ballot or payment windows.
- Save a valid payment card to your account to speed up checkout during your purchase window.
- Get your phone ready for mobile entry: install the club app or wallet, update your OS, and test sign-in ahead of time.
- Decide your group size early—smaller groups often have more options in tight ballots.
- Mark the ballot close time and the purchase deadline in your calendar; late clicks don’t get mercy.
Fancy a premium day? Hospitality and VIP packages are available through authorized sellers. Expect padded seating, lounge access, and pre-match dining, with digital delivery of tickets once your booking is confirmed. These sell out quickly for milestone games, so move fast if you want that route.
Accessible seating will be offered across the new ground. If you need a wheelchair space or ambulant access, prepare any required documentation in advance and contact the club’s accessibility team as soon as your membership window opens. Companion tickets and step-free routes are typically managed via dedicated channels—watch for those details in the club’s guidance.
The new stadium is purpose-built to improve the matchday experience: clearer sightlines, wider concourses, more food and drink points, and more accessible facilities than Goodison. Expect a different feel—waterfront views outside, sharper acoustics inside—and a matchday routine that’s more digital and more streamlined than the old ground.
Matchday at Bramley-Moore Dock: getting there, getting in, and what to expect
Hill Dickinson Stadium sits at Bramley-Moore Dock on Liverpool’s north docks. The club will release transport details as kickoff approaches, including walking routes and public transport guidance. Plan extra time. Nearby rail connections and shuttle or park-and-ride options are expected to feature in the guidance, with clear signage from transport hubs to the waterfront.
Entry will be digital-first. Mobile tickets are the norm, tied to your account and device. Screenshots won’t scan. Bring photo ID in case of spot checks, and keep a power bank in your pocket—nothing stings like a dead phone at the turnstile. If you need to transfer a ticket within your group, use the official pathway only and follow any time cut-offs.
- Gates open earlier than you think—arrive in good time to explore the concourses and avoid last-minute queues.
- Bag policy will be tight; carry small, clear bags if you must. Large bags usually get refused at the door.
- Stadium payments are typically cashless—bring a card or mobile wallet.
- Food and drink options are expanded compared to Goodison. Expect multiple kiosks and quicker service.
- Check weather and dress for the waterfront—breezy evenings are real down by the docks.
Be cautious with resellers. For a debut of this scale, scams flourish. Unofficial listings can be canceled by the club, leaving you out of pocket and out of luck. Stick to authorized channels. If a face-value exchange opens later in the season, the club will announce it—don’t assume it’s live for the opener unless stated.
On the pitch, Brighton bring a fast, technical style that tends to test shape and patience on day one. For Everton, the first whistle at a new home is more than a curtain-raiser—it’s a statement. The crowd will do its part; that’s what opening days are built for.
Key beats to remember: the Forever Blue+ ballot opened the week of July 28, 2025; the first home game lands on the opening weekend in early August; and further sales phases will follow on the club’s channels. If you’re chasing Everton tickets for this one, stay glued to official updates, move quickly when your window opens, and prep your tech and payment details before the rush.
Need help? Use the club’s ticketing page and customer service lines published in the sale notices. Avoid sharing your login codes with anyone. When in doubt, pause and verify—once a dodgy payment is sent, it’s gone.
