Five games. Three days. One city.
Super Rugby Pacific comes home to Aotearoa.
From 24 to 26 April, ten teams play five matches at One New Zealand Stadium in the heart of Christchurch. This is the first Super Round ever held in New Zealand, and it is happening here.
This is the city that rebuilt.
This is the stadium it built.
This is the weekend it opens to the world.
This is your go-to guide for Super Round. From match details and transport tips to live sites, fan events, and entertainment, everything you need to plan your weekend is right here, whether you have tickets or just want to soak up the atmosphere.
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DAY |
DATE |
FIXTURE |
KICK-OFF (NZT) |
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Day 1 |
Fri 24 Apr |
Crusaders v NSW Waratahs |
7:35pm NZT |
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Day 2 |
Sat 25 Apr |
Hurricanes v ACT Brumbies |
5:05pm NZT |
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Day 2 |
Sat 25 Apr |
Blues v Queensland Reds |
7:35pm NZT |
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Day 3 |
Sun 26 Apr |
Highlanders v Moana Pasifika |
2:00pm NZT |
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Day 3 |
Sun 26 Apr |
Chiefs v Fijian Drua |
4:30pm NZT |
Crusaders v Waratahs on Friday 24 April is sold out. Tickets remain for Saturday and Sunday. Group bookings of 20 or more are available for Saturday, Sunday, and multi-day passes via groups@ticketmaster.co.nz.
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More than the matches
Super Round is a festival. Rugby is the centre of it, but the city is part of it too.
Set for Round 11 of the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season, from April 24 to 26, 10 teams will descend on the city for five high-stakes matches across one blockbuster weekend.
Super Round will give fans one of the first chances to experience Ōtautahi Christchurch’s brand-new, state-of-the-art One New Zealand Stadium. With 25,000 seats under a fixed roof, and a prime location in the city centre, the stadium is the perfect venue for three days of entertaining rugby.
Super Round Live Site
Head to The Terrace by the Bridge of Remembrance for the Super Round Live Site, open across all three days. Every match on the big screen. All ten teams appearing for signing sessions throughout the weekend.
Player signing sessions
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Thu 23 Apr |
Crusaders & Waratahs — 4:00 to 5:00pm |
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Fri 24 Apr |
Hurricanes & Brumbies — 3:00 to 4:00pm |
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Fri 24 Apr |
Blues & Reds — 4:00 to 5:00pm |
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Sat 25 Apr |
Highlanders & Moana Pasifika — 1:30 to 2:30pm |
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Sat 25 Apr |
Chiefs & Drua — 2:30 to 3:30pm |
What’s happening beyond the stadium
ChristchurchNZ is bringing Super Round to life across the central city with a Live Site on The Terrace, next to the Bridge of Remembrance. All matches will be shown live on the big screen, alongside team signing sessions and a packed schedule of fan‑friendly activities.
A Fan Trail along Cashel Street will connect the Live Site with One New Zealand Stadium, creating a lively walkway where fans can soak up the atmosphere as they head to the games.
Even if you’re not attending the rugby, the city will be buzzing all weekend. Come into town and be part of the celebration surrounding the first event at the new stadium.
Team signings and live screening schedule
Fans are encouraged to come along and meet their heroes before kick‑off. The Live Site is just a short walk from the stadium along the Fan Trail.
Thursday, 23 April
Live Site open: 3.00pm – 6.00pm
Crusaders and NSW Waratahs signing session: 4.00pm – 5.00pm
Friday, 24 April
Live Site open: 3.00pm – 9.30pm
Hurricanes and ACT Brumbies signing session: 3.00pm – 4.00pm
Blues and Queensland Reds signing session: 4.00pm – 5.00pm
Crusaders vs Waratahs live on screen: 7.35pm
Saturday, 25 April
Live Site open: 12.00pm – 9.30pm
Highlanders and Moana Pasifika signing session: 1.30pm – 2.30pm
Chiefs and Fijian Drua signing session: 2.30pm – 3.30pm
Hurricanes vs ACT Brumbies live on screen: 5.05pm
Blues vs Queensland Reds live on screen: 7.35pm
Sunday, 26 April
Live Site open: 11.30am – 9.30pm
Highlanders vs Moana Pasifika live on screen: 2.00pm
Chiefs vs Fijian Drua live on screen: 4.30pm
Fan Trail
The Fan Trail runs from the Bridge of Remembrance straight down Cashel Street to One New Zealand Stadium – about an eight‑minute walk.
It will be alive with performers and entertainment from two‑and‑a‑half hours before kick‑off each day, setting the tone as fans head towards the action.
Fan Trail times
Friday, 24 April: 5.00pm – 7.00pm
Saturday, 25 April: 2.30pm – 4.30pm
Sunday, 26 April: 11.30am – 1.30pm
Entertainment
Super Round features a stacked entertainment lineup across the weekend.
Friday, 24 April
Scribe – half‑time, Crusaders vs NSW Waratahs
Saturday, 25 April
NZ Army Band – Anzac ceremony and half‑time, Blues vs Queensland Reds
St Andrew’s College – half‑time, Hurricanes vs ACT Brumbies
Sunday, 26 April
Te Aratai College Polyfest Group
Mellow Studios – half‑time, Highlanders vs Moana Pasifika
Cook Islands Christchurch Drummers
DJ Danny‑Ill – half‑time, Chiefs vs Fijian Drua
Super Rugby legend Dan Carter will also appear on Sunday in collaboration with UNICEF Aotearoa, supporting his DC10 Fund to improve access to clean water for children in the Pacific Islands. Fans will have the chance to join Carter in a half‑time skills challenge, with every successful kick triggering donations toward the cause.
Getting to One NZ Stadium
218 Madras Street, Christchurch Central City. The stadium is 400 metres from the Bus Interchange and 8 minutes on foot from The Terrace.
Event Direct by Metro
Pre-book a direct shuttle from 11 pickup points across Christchurch to Latimer Square and Ara on Ferry Road, both a short walk from the stadium. Book at metroinfo.co.nz.
Taxi and rideshare
Drop-off and pick-up at designated zones on Lichfield Street, just east of the stadium.
By bike
Separated cycle lanes along Tuam Street run directly to the south gates. Bike parking on Madras Street near the West Plaza entrance.
Driving
No onsite parking. Roads around the stadium close on event days. Check ccc.govt.nz for nearby options. Plan ahead — congestion after games is significant.
Accessible parking
39 accessible carparks available to pre-book at onenewzealandstadium.co.nz/plan-your-visit/book-an-accessible-carpark.
For the full venue guide including gates, seating, food and drink, and conditions of entry, visit onenewzealandstadium.co.nz