Game 1 of the 2025 State of Origin series has arrived, with the match to be played on Wednesday, May 28 at Brisbane's Suncorp Stadium.
Kick-off is set for 8:05pm (AEST), but there is plenty of other things to keep an eye on around the Suncorp Stadium precinct, with gates to open at 5:30pm (AEST).
This year's Game 1 curtain raiser features an exhibition game out of the Queensland pathways system, while pre-match entertainment is expected to see a light show. Any performing acts have not been confirmed by the NRL or Suncorp Stadium.
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Here is the full schedule for game day in Brisbane.
| Time (AEST) | Event |
| 11am | Team walks |
| 5:30pm | Gates open at Suncorp Stadium |
| 6pm | QLD RISE Boys Exhibition match kick-off |
| 6:35pm | QLD RISE Boys Exhibition match halftime |
| 6:45pm | QLD RISE Boys Exhibition match second half |
| 7:20pm | QLD RISE Boys Exhibition match fulltime |
| 7:30pm | Origin 1 pre-game entertainment |
| 8:00pm | NSW Blues enter |
| 8:01pm | QLD Maroons enter |
| 8:02pm | Welcome to Country and National Anthem |
| 8:05pm | Origin 1 kick-off |
| 8:50pm | Origin 1 halftime |
| 9:05pm | Origin 1 second half |
| 9:50pm | Origin 1 fulltime |
All times are subject to change.
