The days are getting longer, the sheds are buzzing and the countdown is on! Speedway is ready to roar back into life, with the 2026/27 season at Robertson Prestige International Speedway kicking off on Saturday 24th October at 6:30pm.
After months of preparation, late nights and plenty of work behind the scenes, competitors and crews from across the country are getting their cars ready for another massive summer of speedway action. And what better way to launch the new season than with a huge opening night on the dirt oval!
Expect to see new cars, new drivers, fresh paint schemes and plenty of familiar faces as the 2026/27 season gets underway.
🔥 SUPERSTOCKS: THE ROAR IS BACK!
The unmistakable roar of Superstocks hitting the dirt is part of the fabric of speedway in Palmerston North, and a quality field of fearless drivers will be ready to set the tone for the season. The Lucas Oil Superstock Shootout Series gets underway with plenty of hard-fought racing, big horsepower and all the action that makes Superstocks a fan favourite.
🚀 SUPER SALOONS: SIDE-BY-SIDE SPEED
The spectacular Super Saloons return to the dirt for the Lucas Oil Super Saloon Shootout Series. Expect big power, plenty of speed and close, side-by-side racing as these impressive machines battle it out around the Palmerston North oval.
💥 STOCKCARS: METAL, MAYHEM & ACTION!
Stockcars are back, and they're ready to deliver! With new cars, fresh paint schemes, wild designs and plenty of attitude, the Stockcars will be looking to put on a show. These are the backbone of speedway and never fail to deliver plenty of action and excitement for the fans.
🏁 PLUS MORE!
The opening night will also feature the return of the Historic Stockcars, bringing back the memories and cars of speedway's past.
Add Minisprints and the next generation of speedway stars in Youth Ministocks (Palmerston North registered cars only), and you've got all the ingredients for a massive night of entertainment.
Opening night is also a Double Points Night, giving competitors an early opportunity to put valuable points on the board in the Travel Managers Group Season Points Chase. With double points on offer, opening night could be an important one for competitors looking to make an early mark.
New season. New cars. New battles. New speedway action.
Get the family together, bring your mates and join us as the 2026/27 speedway season fires into life at Robertson Prestige International Speedway!
🏁 CLASSES IN ACTION
- Superstocks
- Stockcars
- Super Saloons
- Minisprints
- Historic Stockcars
- Youth Ministocks (Palmerston North registered cars only)
🏎️ COMPETITOR REGISTRATION
Drivers, please follow the registration link below to register your intention to compete at the Grand Opening 2026/27.
https://www.pnspeedway.co.nz/forms/24-10-2026
Please note that Youth Ministocks are open to Palmerston North registered competitors only.
🎟️ TICKETS & ADMISSION
Tickets can be purchased online in advance through https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2026/robertson-prestige-international-speedway-grand-opening/palmerston-north (online ticket purchases incur an additional service fee).
Tickets will also be available to purchase on race day from:
- Gate 1 - Waldegrave Street
- Gate 2 - Cuba Street Bridge
- Gate 3 - Cook Street
Gates open: 5:30pm, racing starts: 6:30pm
Admission Pricing:
- Adults (16+): $30
- Children (8 - 15): $10
- Family Pass: $70 (2 Adults + up to 4 Children)
- Children 7 Years & under: FREE
🎟️ ADULT 10-TICKET BUNDLE - ONE GREAT DEAL - JUST $250 + Eventfinda fees
Ten tickets. One bundle. Your choice.
ADULT 10-TICKET BUNDLE tickets are only available to purchase online and must be purchased before midday on the day preceding the event - https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2026/speedway-any-one-night-bundle/palmerston-north
🏁 DON'T MISS THE OPENING NIGHT!
The cars have been prepared. The drivers are ready. The crews have put in the hours. Now it's time to fire up the engines and get the 2026/27 speedway season underway!
Saturday 24th October | 6:30pm
Robertson Prestige International Speedway, Central Energy Trust Arena, Palmerston North. For full Central Energy Trust Arena Terms and Conditions of Entry, view the Terms and Conditions of Entry (130KB pdf).
