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WSX New Zealand GP 2026: World Championship Finale

One New Zealand Stadium (Te Kaha)
South Island
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Event Details
  • December 5, 2026
    to
    December 5, 2026
  • Evening event, full schedule TBC
  • One New Zealand Stadium (Te Kaha)
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What is off-road racing in NZ?
: How do I get into off-road racing?
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What's the difference between off-road racing and 4WD trials?
Timed competition for purpose-built off-road vehicles, from modified production classes to unlimited buggies, over closed cross-country courses on private land.
Through a local off-road club: junior classes accept young drivers, and entry-level classes allow relatively affordable builds. Club contacts appear on each event listing
Most events welcome spectators at designated viewing areas for free or a small fee, but venues are often rural, so check each listing for access details.
Racing is against the clock at speed; trials are slow-speed technical challenges over obstacles. Both appear in these listings where events are run.
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First-ever World Supercross in NZ: the 2026 championship finale at One New Zealand Stadium, Christchurch, 5 December. Join the waitlist for first access to tickets.

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December 5, 2026
December 5, 2026
One New Zealand Stadium (Te Kaha)
Pacific/Auckland
For the first time in championship history, the FIM World Supercross Championship (WSX) comes to New Zealand, and Christchurch will be where the 2026 World Champions are crowned. Round 6 and the season finale of the 2026 WSX takes place on Saturday 5 December 2026 at One New Zealand Stadium (Te Kaha) in central Christchurch, with the championship decided under the lights. The 2026 WSX calendar: Round 1: Calgary, Canada (8 Aug, completed) Round 2: Birmingham, UK (10 Oct) Round 3: Buenos Aires, Argentina (TBC) Round 4: South Africa (TBC) Round 5: Gold Coast, Australia (21 Nov) Round 6: Christchurch, New Zealand (5 Dec) ← FINALE The series has previously visited North America, Europe, South America, Africa and Australia. Thomas Covington, Director of Racing: "New Zealand has a rich motorsport heritage, and One New Zealand Stadium gives us a world-class platform to deliver an unforgettable night of racing and entertainment for fans." Tickets not yet on sale. Sign up for first access via the WSX Christchurch waitlist at worldsupercrosschampionship.com.
FIM World Supercross Championship — New Zealand GP

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