Choice Events | Drift wars
Tickets
Daily Gate Sales Only
Adult: $20.00
Children: $10.00 (5-12yrs)
Children under 5yrs: Free
Family Pass: $50.00 (2 x Adults, 3 x children under 15yrs)
Event Links
Location
Manfeild Park 59 South Street, Feilding 4702, New Zealand
Share
Saturday, 15 August 2026
9:00 pm
-
5:00 am
-
Friday, 14 August 2026
9:00 pm
-
5:00 am
Drift Wars is a FULL-ON, action packed, 2 days of drifting and this time were bringing it to the mighty Manawatu. This exciting format brought to you by Choice Events & Promotions includes a minimal amount of practice (the boring part), post qualifying kicks off with a totally different and new dimension - the ‘Pole Shuffle’, and then concludes with over 80 Battles.. Drivers will fight their way to the top, all with a guaranteed 5 battles to decide positions from 1st place, all the way down to 32nd.
Want to check out action from the last Drift Wars? WATCH THIS VIDEO
Friday, 14 August 2026
-
Saturday, 15 August 2026
,
9:00 pm
-
5:00 am
Getting to Manfeild
Centrally located in New Zealand, Feilding and Palmerston North city’s central location places it within a three hour drive of over one million people, making it an easy place to travel to by road and air.
By car
Driving to Manfeild offers the perfect chance to enjoy Manawatū’s diverse landscapes, charming towns, and welcoming local communities. Feilding is centrally located, making it easy to reach from anywhere in the lower North Island.
From Auckland / Taupō (via SH1)
Head south on State Highway 1, then turn off just south of Mangaweka at Vinegar Hill to take the Stormy Point route – a must for travellers who love scenic drives. This road winds through rolling farmland, dramatic ridges, and picturesque rural towns, providing plenty of photo stops along the way.
From Wellington (via SH1)
Travel north on State Highway 1, turning right just before Levin onto SH57. Consider a stop in Shannon, known for its boutique designer outlets, local art galleries, and cosy cafes. Continue north to Palmerston North, then follow signs to Feilding.
From Hawke’s Bay (via SH50 / SH2)
Travel south-west towards Woodville, cross over Te Ahu a Turanga – Manawatū Tararua Highway (or Saddle Road), and head to Palmerston North before making the short drive to Feilding.
Driving distances to Feilding:
-
Palmerston North – 15 mins
-
Wellington – approx. 2 hrs
-
Taupō – approx. 3 hrs
-
Auckland – approx. 6 hrs 30 mins
-
Napier – approx. 3 hrs
Parking & getting around
Feilding offers free parking throughout the town centre. Manfeild is within easy reach, and once you arrive, walking between town, cafes, and shops is stress-free thanks to wide, pedestrian-friendly streets.
