More rounds, more racing: Supercars announces 2026 calendar

A 14-round Repco Supercars Championship calendar has been revealed for 2026, a year in which Toyota officially joins the grid to challenge the Ford Mustang and Chevrolet Camaro, and racing debuts on New Zealand’s South Island.

In a landmark move, the opening day of the 2026 Championship at Sydney Motorsport Park— Friday February 20 — will be free for all fans to attend. It’s a chance for everyone to witness the first-ever Supercars race of the Toyota GR Supra, as the brand makes its long-awaited debut on Australian soil.

The new calendar features 14 rounds, the most since 2019.

For the first time, fans will witness a New Zealand double-header in April, with Taupō followed by a historic debut in Christchurch — bringing the championship closer to Kiwi fans than ever before.

Perth’s round shifts to follow Townsville, creating a fresh rhythm in the middle of the season. After Tasmania in May, the calendar’s improved cadence ensures teams and supporters enjoy a more balanced journey from start to finish.

The battle for the Sprint Cup will play out over nine events, up from eight in 2025, with the winner to be crowned at Queensland Raceway in August.

Co-drivers join the grid to compete for the Enduro Cup at The Bend and the Repco Bathurst 1000. The 2025 edition of the Great Race will go down in history as one of the greatest ever, and fans will be hoping for much of the same on October 11.

The top 10 drivers in the Championship standings after the Enduro Cup events will qualify for the Finals Series which begins on the Gold Coast in October. The winners of both the Sprint Cup and Enduro Cup will be guaranteed a Finals spot.

The championship will reach its crescendo with three blockbuster finals: the Gold Coast 500, Sandown 500, and a Grand Final on the streets of Adelaide, where the 2026 Supercars Champion will be crowned on Sunday December 6.

Fans watching at home will continue to enjoy every session, every round, live and in full on Fox Sports and Kayo. Five Championship events will be broadcast live and free on the Seven Network and 7plus, and every race at the Australian Grand Prix will also be available live and free to all Australians.

In New Zealand, fans will be able to watch the entire Supercars Championship live on Sky Sport and Sky Sport Now, thanks to a new four-year broadcast deal that runs through to the end of 2029. This extended partnership ensures Kiwi audiences won’t miss a moment of the action, including the historic Christchurch debut and the return to Taupō.

The Championship will continue to be broadcast into more than 455 million homes worldwide.

When tickets go on sale, fans can expect even more exciting news, with fresh ticketing packages designed specifically for young fans and families. These new offerings will make it easier than ever to experience the thrill of Supercars live — bringing the next generation closer to the action and making the sport more accessible for everyone.

Supercars Chief Executive James Warburton said: “We’re incredibly proud to present a calendar that not only delivers more racing but also breaks new ground for our fans and teams.

“The New Zealand double-header is a historic moment, and the debut of Toyota at Sydney Motorsport Park is something we’ve all been looking forward to. Making the opening day free for everyone is our way of saying thank you to the fans who make this sport so special.

“We would like to thank all our stakeholders for their vision and support in bringing this calendar to life. We’re ready for a season that will be remembered for years to come. We’re proud of the access we’re able to provide for our fans.”

Accompanying the Repco Supercars Championship at six key events in 2026 will be the Dunlop Super2 Series — the proven pathway for emerging talent and future champions of the sport. The series will feature across a mix of sprint, enduro and finals rounds, with races staged in Sydney, Darwin, Perth, Bathurst, Sandown and the Grand Final in Adelaide.

The Bathurst 12 Hour event will run February 13-15, the week prior to the Sydney 500. Further information regarding formats and test days will be released in due course.

2026 Repco Supercars Championship calendar

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* Dunlop Super2 Series rounds