The Super Rugby Pacific community will come together to celebrate and support the grassroots game with the competition’s inaugural Club Rugby Round confirmed for Round 4 of the 2026 season.
The 11 Super Rugby Pacific clubs will use the week commencing Monday 2 March 2026 to connect with their local community clubs, shine a spotlight on the heroes of the grassroots game and help promote club registration for the upcoming season.
Club rugby participants will star in pre-game and half-time entertainment across Australia and New Zealand, while the Super Rugby Pacific players will don the socks of community clubs that have played important roles in their journeys.
The Highlanders will stage a sprint race to crown the fastest club player in their region and club relay races in Sydney and Canberra will put bragging rights firmly on the line.
The ever-popular Kids Round also makes a return in 2026, with the next generation of players, pundits and fans to take centre stage in Round 15.
From engaging with local schools and junior clubs, to inviting kids to design the game day graphics and playlists, the Super Rugby Pacific clubs will give youth the chance to shine.
“We are delighted to confirm the introduction of Club Rugby Round and the return of Kids Round as we count down to the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season,” Super Rugby Pacific CEO Jack Mesley said.
“Club Rugby Round is a special opportunity to connect with our local rugby communities and celebrate the clubs, players and volunteers who are the foundation of our game.
“In Round 4 we want to see those club colours being worn with pride, learn more about the legends of community rugby and inspire more people to get involved with their local club.
“Kids Round has been a great success for our competition over the last few years and in 2026 we’ll be focused on having more fun and creating more unforgettable moments for the younger generations.”
The 2026 Super Rugby Pacific draw is available here.
Chiefs v Moana Pasifika – 5.05pm AEDT / 7.05pm NZDT Friday 6 March – FMG Stadium Waikato, Hamilton
NSW Waratahs v Hurricanes – 7.35pm AEDT / 9.35pm NZDT Friday 6 March – Allianz Stadium, Sydney
Highlanders v Western Force – 2.35pm AEDT / 4.35pm NZDT Saturday 7 March – Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin
Blues v Crusaders – 5.05pm AEDT / 7.05pm NZDT Saturday 7 March – Eden Park, Auckland
ACT Brumbies v Queensland Reds – 7.35pm AEDT / 9.35pm NZDT Saturday 7 March – GIO Stadium, Canberra
Crusaders v Chiefs – 5.05pm AEST / 7.05pm NZST Friday 22 May – One NZ Stadium, Christchurch
NSW Waratahs v ACT Brumbies – 7.35pm AEST / 9.35pm NZST Friday 22 May – Allianz Stadium, Sydney
Moana Pasifika v Queensland Reds – 2.35pm AEST / 4.35pm NZST Saturday 23 May – North Harbour Stadium, Auckland
Hurricanes v Highlanders – 5.05pm AEST / 7.05pm NZST Saturday 23 May – Sky Stadium, Wellington
Western Force v Fijian Drua – 5.35pm AWST / 7.35pm AEST / 9.35pm NZST Saturday 23 May – HBF Park, Perth
