Ōtautahi Christchurch is set to welcome Super Rugby Pacific Super Round back in 2027, following the resounding success of the city’s 2026 event.
From Friday 2 April to Sunday 4 April 2027, all ten Super Rugby Pacific teams will come together in round eight of the competition for a blockbuster weekend of rugby, entertainment and fan experiences.
The weekend will kick off with the Crusaders taking on the ACT Brumbies. Saturday will feature a double header between the Chiefs and Western Force, followed by the Blues and NSW Waratahs. The Highlanders and Fijian Drua will kick off proceedings on the Sunday, with the Hurricanes and Queensland Reds providing the closing statement on what promises to be another epic weekend for fans.
The event will deliver three days of action on and off the field, allowing fans to get up close and personal with their favourite teams and players, while showcasing Christchurch as one of the Southern Hemisphere’s leading sports and events destinations.
Fans can register their interest now at super.rugby/superrugby/superround to receive updates on ticketing, travel packages, hospitality and entertainment.
ChristchurchNZ, Super Rugby Pacific and the New Zealand Government today confirmed the event would return to Christchurch through a shared partnership, reinforcing the city’s growing reputation as a host of major international sporting events and providing a welcome boost for the local visitor economy.
The partnership is supported by the New Zealand Government’s one-off Events Attraction Package. Together, the partners are focused on securing major events that create economic impact and give people compelling reasons to come together.
Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston said:
"Super Round is exactly the kind of event the Government's one-off Events Attraction Package was created to attract. It's a fantastic opportunity to fill hotels, restaurants and cafes, welcome visitors to Christchurch, and celebrate the best of Super Rugby Pacific in one action-packed weekend.”
Super Rugby Pacific CEO Jack Mesley said:
"Super Round delivered one of the best weekends in our competition's history in 2026 and we can't wait to go even bigger in 2027. Its positioning in Round 8 provides the perfect springboard into a very exciting stretch in our season, as we build towards the first-ever Anzac Day Bledisloe Cup match in Round 11.
“Ten teams, one city, and an unforgettable weekend for the fans. We look forward to working with ChristchurchNZ and the New Zealand government to bring the best of our competition to Ōtautahi Christchurch once again."
Christchurch Mayor Phil Mauger said:
“The city hosted the inaugural Super Rugby Pacific Super Round with overwhelming success, the weekend far exceeded all expectations and predictions. Securing this event again is evidence of our ability to a great host of internationally significant major events.
“Christchurch City Council alongside our partners Super Rugby Pacific, Venues Ōtautahi and ChristchurchNZ look forward to delivering another fantastic festival of rugby with more community opportunities and local partnerships to drive economic benefits for the city."
Fans can expect more than just world-class rugby, with entertainment, activations and city-wide experiences bringing Christchurch to life across the weekend.
2027 Super Round Fixtures
Friday 2 April
Game 1: Crusaders v ACT Brumbies - 7.35pm NZT kick-off (5.35pm AEDT)
Saturday 3 April
Game 2: Chiefs v Western Force - 5.05pm NZT kick-off (3.05pm AEDT)
Game 3: Blues v NSW Waratahs - 7.35pm NZT kick-off (5.35pm AEDT)
Sunday 4 April
Game 4: Highlanders v Fijian Drua – 2.00pm NZT kick-off (12.00pm AEST)
Game 5: Hurricanes v Queensland Reds– 4.30pm NZT kick-off (2.30pm AEST)
