Everything You Need to Know: 2027 Ampol State of Origin Auckland

For the first time in its history, State of Origin is crossing the Tasman. In 2027, Eden Park will host the 2027 Ampol State of Origin Auckland between the Westpac New South Wales Blues and the Queensland Maroons, the first Origin match ever played in New Zealand, and the first played outside Australia in 40 years. It's a genuinely historic moment for rugby league, and it's shaping up to be one of the biggest events on Auckland's 2027 calendar.

Here's everything you need to know about the event, what to expect on the night, and a full breakdown of the official travel packages available if you're planning to be there.

The Basics

What: 2027 Ampol State of Origin Auckland | Westpac NSW Blues vs QLD Maroons
When: Wednesday, 16 June 2027
Where: Eden Park, Auckland, New Zealand
Why it matters: The first-ever State of Origin match held in New Zealand, and the first Origin fixture played outside Australia in four decades

What to Expect

Ampol State of Origin is famous for being one of the most intense rivalries in world sport. Eden Park will deliver the full experienc- a stadium transformed into a sea of maroon and blue, pre-game entertainment and fan festivities, appearances from Rugby League ambassadors, and the kind of white-knuckle, high-stakes footy that Origin is known for. For New Zealand fans, it's a rare chance to see the game's biggest rivalry live on home soil without booking a flight to Sydney or Brisbane. For travelling Australian fans, it's a chance to combine a bucket-list Origin experience with a holiday in Auckland.

Official Travel Packages

As the Official Fan Travel Provider of the NRL, NRL Travel is handling ticket access through official travel packages. These bundle your match ticket with accommodation and, depending on the package, flights, hospitality and exclusive experiences. Here's a rundown of what's on offer.

3 Night Ticket and Fan Lounge Package
A solid entry point for fans who just want to be there. Includes official reserved seating, hotel accommodation (3 nights, 14–17 June), exclusive access to the NRL Travel Fan Lounge, a photo opportunity with the Ampol State of Origin Shield, and an exclusive tourism experience. View Package

3 Night Ticket and Lunch Package
Steps things up with a pre-match hospitality touch. Includes official reserved seating, hotel accommodation (3 nights), the Official Ampol State of Origin Lunch, official event merchandise, and an exclusive tourism experience. View Package

3 Night Blues Fan Package (incl. Flights)
Built specifically for NSW supporters and Sydneysiders, with travel sorted from Sydney. Includes official reserved seating, hotel accommodation (3 nights), return charter flights ex-Sydney decked out in Blues colours, and official Blues merchandise. View Package

3 Night QLD Maroons Fan Package (incl. Flights)
The Maroons equivalent, departing from Brisbane. Includes official reserved seating, hotel accommodation (3 nights), return charter flights ex-Brisbane decked out in Maroons colours, and official Maroons Members merchandise. View Package

5 Night NRL Double Header Package
For fans who want to make a full week of it and catch some NRL club footy while they're in town. Includes official reserved seating for the Origin match, a reserved seat at the Sunday Warriors game, hotel accommodation (5 nights, 12–17 June), the Official Ampol State of Origin Lunch, official event merchandise, and an exclusive tourism experience.

3 Night Ticket and Trophy Package (SOLD OUT)
The most affordable package on offer included reserved seating, accommodation, a photo opportunity with the Shield, event merchandise and a tourism experienc. Please note this package has already sold out.

Hospitality Add-Ons

For fans after a more premium matchday experience, two hospitality options are available at Eden Park, though at this stage they're only bookable as part of the 3 Night Ticket and Lunch Package or the 5 Night NRL Double Header Package.

Legends Lounge
A glass-facing space in Eden Park's Loyalty Lounge, paired with reserved Category C seating close by. Includes exclusive lounge access, a premium cocktail grazing menu with a food station, beer, wine, soft drinks and ready-to-drink spirits, Rugby League ambassador appearances, and an official Ampol State of Origin corporate gift.

Captains Club
A field-facing space in Eden Park's Players' Lounge, paired with reserved Category D (behind the goalposts) seating. Includes exclusive lounge access, a grazing canapé menu, beer, wine and soft drinks, ambassador appearances, and the official corporate gift.

A Few Things to Keep in Mind

Pricing varies depending on your chosen accommodation, flight class, seating category and any optional extras. Packages run either 3 nights (14–17 June) or 5 nights (12–17 June, for the Double Header package). Availability is limited and moving fast, with the entry-level Trophy Package already sold out. All packages are booked directly through NRL Travel, the Official Fan Travel Provider of the NRL.

If you're weighing up which package makes sense, it really comes down to how much of the trip you want organised for you. The Fan Lounge and Lunch packages suit fans sorting their own flights, the Blues and Maroons packages are built for supporters wanting an all-in-one trip from Sydney or Brisbane, and the Double Header package is the pick for anyone keen to stretch the trip into a longer Auckland stay with extra footy thrown in.