Announcement

2027 ITM Christchurch Super 440

The 2027 ITM Christchurch Super 440 returns to Ruapuna Raceway from Friday 7 to Sunday 9 May 2027.

Three days of Supercars racing, family entertainment and fan experiences celebrate 30 years of the championship.

2027 ITM Christchurch Super 440

The Repco Supercars Championship returns to Christchurch for Round 4 of the 2027 season, bringing Australia's leading touring car teams and drivers to New Zealand's South Island.

Following a successful debut in 2026, Christchurch again hosts the opening round of the ITM New Zealand Double Header, with the championship travelling north to Taupō the following weekend.

The 2026 Christchurch event attracted sell-out crowds on Saturday and Sunday, establishing Ruapuna Raceway as a popular addition to the Supercars calendar.

Supercars Racing at Ruapuna

Ruapuna Raceway provides a permanent motorsport circuit setting for three days of competitive racing.

The Christchurch round forms part of the Repco Sprint Cup, with drivers competing for championship points before the season progresses to its endurance races and Finals.

The detailed race timetable and support categories will be announced closer to the event.

Racing & Entertainment

The weekend combines high-speed Supercars racing with activities and experiences for motorsport fans of all ages.

Visitors can enjoy family entertainment, driver signing sessions and opportunities to get closer to the teams and cars.

Paddock Passes provide behind-the-scenes access, while General Admission and Grandstand options offer different ways to experience the racing.

New Zealand Double Header

Christchurch hosts the first of two consecutive New Zealand rounds in May 2027.

The championship then heads to Taupō International Motorsport Park from 14 to 16 May, bringing Supercars racing to both the South and North Islands.

The double-header follows the successful introduction of back-to-back New Zealand events in 2026.

Tickets

Children aged 12 and under: Free with a paying adult.

General Admission, Grandstand and Paddock Pass options are promoted by the organiser.

Tickets are scheduled to go on sale on 23 November 2026. Check the official Supercars website for current prices, availability and the confirmed race weekend schedule.