Auckland Sports Calendar 2026

Catch every major game, match & sporting event in Auckland this year — from rugby at Eden Park to NRL at Mt Smart, elite tennis in the summer, Oceania football, sailing championships & more. Plus ideas on how Vintage Views charter buses can take your group there hassle-free.

🏉 Rugby Union & Rugby League — Super Rugby, All Blacks & Warriors

Eden Park — Rugby Union Fixtures

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Super Rugby Pacific (Blues home games):
Auckland’s flagship Super Rugby team hosts several epic matchups early in the season — prime dates for fan groups and corporate hospitality:

  • Blues v Chiefs — Sat 14 Feb 2026

  • Blues v Crusaders — Sat 7 Mar 2026

  • Blues v Moana Pasifika — Sun 15 Mar 2026

  • Blues v Fijian Drua — Sat 28 Mar 2026

  • Blues v Highlanders — Fri 17 Apr 2026

International Rugby Tests:

  • Bledisloe Cup — NZ v Australia (Test 1) — Sat 10 Oct 2026 at Eden Park — a highlight of the international calendar and one of Auckland’s biggest annual sporting draws.

Go Media Stadium (Mt Smart) — NRL & Football

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NRL — One New Zealand Warriors Home Games:
The Warriors bring heart-racing National Rugby League action to Auckland in 2026:

  • Warriors v Roosters — Fri 6 Mar

  • Warriors v Raiders — Fri 13 Mar

  • Warriors v Wests Tigers — Fri 27 Mar

  • Warriors v Titans — Sat 18 Apr

  • Warriors v Sharks — Sat 13 Jun

  • Warriors v Dragons — Sat 18 Jul

  • Warriors v Panthers — Fri 7 Aug

  • Warriors v Knights — Sun 30 Aug

  • Warriors v Sea Eagles — Sat 5 Sep

Auckland Football Club (A-League) & OFC Pro League:
Auckland’s professional football side faces top Australasian rivals throughout the season, including:

  • Auckland FC v Melbourne City — Sat 28 Feb

  • Auckland FC v Perth Glory — Sun 8 Mar

  • Auckland FC v Macarthur — Sat 21 Mar

  • Auckland FC v Melbourne Victory — Sat 11 Apr
    …plus OFC Professional League & Pro League matches running across Jan–May.

🎾 Major Tennis — Summer’s Premier Event

ASB Tennis Centre — 2026 ASB Classic (ATP & WTA)

4.5•Sports club

Auckland’s flagship summer tennis tournament returns in January 2026, attracting international pros:

  • Women’s Draw (WTA 250): 5–11 Jan

  • Men’s Draw (ATP 250): 12–17 Jan
    This ATP/WTA combined event is an Auckland highlight and a must-see for racquet sports fans.

🏏 Cricket — Domestic Matches at Eden Park

Eden Park’s cricket calendar features Plunket Shield matches and high-profile fixtures including women’s and men’s matches, often attracting large crowds on summer weekends:

  • ACES v Canterbury — Wed 4 Feb & Sat 28–Tue 3 Mar

  • ACES v Otago Volts — Mon 9–Thu 12 Mar

  • White Ferns & Black Caps v South Africa — Fri 20 Mar
    …plus more throughout March.

🏓 Oceania & Regional Championships

🏸 Oceania Badminton Championships — 8–15 Feb 2026

An elite continental badminton tournament at Badminton North Harbour Centre featuring top regional talent across singles, doubles and mixed team competition.

⛵ Sail & Water Sport

New Zealand Sail Grand Prix — 14–15 Feb 2026 (Auckland)

A SailGP round brings high-speed foiling sailboats into Auckland waters in an exhilarating spectacle for fans of offshore racing and elite water sport competition.

🏀 Basketball, Hockey, Netball & More

Although not all 2026 fixtures are fully published yet, Basketball fixtures, Field Hockey tournaments, Netball matches (ANZ Premiership/Northern Stars) and Cycling & extreme sports events are regularly hosted across Auckland-area venues — see Eventfinda’s Auckland sports calendar for weekly updates.

🏟️ Complete Multi-Sport & Arena Events

Spark Arena — Multi-Sport Venue

3.9•Corporate office

While Spark Arena is best known for concerts, it also hosts major indoor sporting and competitive events including basketball, special sporting showcases, and seasonal series.

🚌 Vintage Views — Your Chartered Sports Travel Partner

Whether it’s a packed matchday at Eden Park, an NRL blockbuster, a thrilling tennis session, international sailing, or a multi-team sporting tour, Vintage Views charter buses make group travel effortless and enjoyable.

Why Choose Vintage Views for Sports Groups?

  • Tailored transport: Custom pick-ups and drop-offs timed to match schedules at Eden Park, Mt Smart, North Harbour and more.

  • Group-friendly service: Ideal for corporate days out, sports clubs, fan groups, school & university ends.

  • Comfort & convenience: Spacious coaches with room for gear, banners and team spirit.

  • Avoid parking hassles: Let us handle the traffic so your focus stays on the game.

Book early: Major fixtures sell out fast — and coordinating group transport early ensures the best pricing, timings and stops.

📅 Plan Ahead

Bookmark this guide and check back for updates as 2026 fixtures — especially for basketball, netball, hockey and special sporting showcases — are confirmed throughout the year.

Ready to take your group to the next match or event? Contact Vintage Views today for a custom charter quote!

info@vintageviews.co.nz