Tickets available for Wellington and Dunedin events
Sheevas Dayal
Auckland, June 9, 2018
A ‘Sold Out’ sign has gone up at Eden Park for the All Blacks opening match of the Steinlager Series against France tomorrow, Saturday, June 9, 2018.
New Zealand Rugby (NZR) is reminding fans to get to the ground early.
“It is fantastic that the Steinlager Series will kick off in front of a capacity (46,160) crowd and we want to make sure that fans have the best experience possible on the night,” NZR Head of Marketing Brand and Retail Ventures Todd Barberel said.
“Our advice to fans is that they should use their match tickets to access free public transport and avoid any delays by arriving well before kick-off so that they can settle in and enjoy the pre-match entertainment,” he added.
Gates open at 5 pm with the Match starting at 735 pm.
Buses and trains to and from Eden Park are free for those showing match tickets.
“Whenever there is a big crowd like this, security checks might take a little longer. Therefore, extra time always helps reduce the stress levels,” Mr Barberel said.
There are fewer than 2000 tickets left for the Second Test at Westpac Stadium in Wellington on June 16, 2018 and about 6000 tickets are available for the third and final Test at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin on June 23, 2018.
Mr Barberel said that there is always a risk in buying tickets from scalpers or ticket resellers like Viagogo.
“The best policy is to stick to the official channels. NZ Rugby doesn’t want any All Blacks fans to be ripped off,” he said.
“Before you get to the game, please check your tickets to make sure you are coming in through the correct gate. And please be aware that adults trying to enter with a child’s ticket will be denied entry,” he added.
Ticketek is the official ticketing agency for the Tests in Wellington and Dunedin.
Website: www.allblacks.com
Useful Information
Make sure you are in your seat in the lead up to kick off at 735 pm
You can travel to and from the game using selected train and bus services (the cost is included in the price of your match ticket), please visit www.at.govt.nz for full details.
As you arrive, ensure that you have your officially purchased tickets ready with barcodes ready to scan. For any queries, please visit the box office.
Gate-specific entry applies for this capacity event. Check your ticket for the gate as entry will only be permitted via the stated gate. Please visit www.edenpark.co.nz to confirm gate locations.
Once you are inside the ground, get your official All Blacks gear at the merchandise outlets at Gate A, E or H.
Download the All Blacks App to get the latest match information including live footage. Challenge your mates to a game of ASB Coin Rugby.
There will be a number of road closures and No Parking Zones enforced around Eden Park. If you intend using your private vehicle, please plan your journey by visiting the Eden Park website.
There will be minimal options for private vehicle parking close to Eden Park.
Sheevas Dayal is Indian Newslink Rugby Correspondent. He is covering the current Rugby Tour of Auckland, Wellington and Dunedin
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