NZ Junior Girls Rugby Festival - Taupō 2026

This is more than a rugby festival — it’s a movement for our girls.

For 16 years, Taupō has been the home of our flagship Global Games event, and in 2026, we’re proud to bring the NZ Junior Girls Rugby Festival there for the very first time. This festival celebrates courage, confidence and connection. It’s where young wāhine take the field, take up space, and show Aotearoa what the future of rugby looks like.

DATES: 11-13 September 2026

LOCATION: Owen Delany Park, Taupō

The NZJGRF creates a space where tamariki and rangatahi can be fierce, fearless, and fully themselves. Over three powerful days, hundreds of junior wāhine from across Aotearoa will come together to compete, connect, and build each other up — both on and off the field.

Whether they’re taking part in their very first tournament or returning for another unforgettable weekend with their teammates, this is their stage​​​​​​​. A place where they’re seen, supported, and celebrated — for more than just their sporting talent.

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Why Global Games?

This festival is proudly hosted by Global Games, known for delivering New Zealand’s leading junior sporting events. Built on four core pillars — Enjoyment, Sustainability, Sportsmanship, and Empowerment — the NZ Junior Girls Rugby Festival is about more than just rugby. It’s a chance to connect, grow, and create lifelong memories.

Watch the Action! Check out the highlights from our 2025 festival 🎥​​​​​​​

Support our Mission

Be part of something bigger than the game.

The Global Games events offer a unique opportunity for sponsors, local businesses, and volunteers to help bring a truly special event to life.

By partnering with us, your brand or contribution will reach thousands of clubs, players, families, schools, and supporters — all while backing a festival built on values that matter: community, sustainability, fun, and fair play.

Whether you're looking to support as a sponsor, offer services, or get involved on the ground as a volunteer, we’d love to hear from you.

➡️ Interested in sponsoring or volunteering? Click the link below.