Cape Town rugby fans are set for a rare treat as the All Blacks prepare to kick off their historic “Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry” tour in South Africa. Organisers have announced a free public meet-and-greet event at Cape Town Stadium on Friday, 31 July 2026, offering local supporters a unique opportunity to welcome the New Zealand squad up close.
Running from 13:00 to 15:30, the fan experience promises live music, family-friendly entertainment, and an exclusive stage Q&A session with key members of the All Blacks team ahead of their tour opener.
“The welcome event forms part of the build-up to one of rugby’s most celebrated rivalries, with South Africa and New Zealand set to renew hostilities in a blockbuster tour expected to draw capacity crowds.”
Event Details & How to Attend
- Date: Friday, 31 July 2026
- Time: 13:00 – 15:30 SAST
- Venue: Cape Town Stadium, Cape Town
- Admission: Free (Digital ticket registration required prior to entry)
- Highlights: Stage appearances by All Blacks players, live music performances, fan giveaways, and family activities.
Full “Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry” Tour Schedule
The All Blacks will play seven matches in South Africa—including four midweek franchise fixtures against local SA sides and three Test matches against the Springboks—before heading to North America for a final clash in Baltimore.
| Date | Match / Fixture | Venue & Location | Kickoff Time |
| Fri, 7 Aug | Stormers vs New Zealand | Cape Town Stadium, Cape Town | 19:00 |
| Tue, 11 Aug | Sharks vs New Zealand | Hollywoodbets Kings Park, Durban | 19:00 |
| Sat, 15 Aug | Bulls vs New Zealand | Loftus Versfeld, Pretoria | 19:00 |
| Sat, 22 Aug | 1st Test: Springboks vs All Blacks | Ellis Park, Johannesburg | 17:05 |
| Tue, 25 Aug | Lions vs New Zealand | Ellis Park, Johannesburg | 19:00 |
| Sat, 29 Aug | 2nd Test: Springboks vs All Blacks | Cape Town Stadium, Cape Town | 17:05 |
| Sat, 5 Sep | 3rd Test: Springboks vs All Blacks | FNB Stadium, Johannesburg | 17:05 |
| Sat, 12 Sep | 4th Test: Springboks vs All Blacks | M&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore, USA | TBC |
