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Choice Events - Proving Grounds

Tickets

Weekend Spectator Pass

  • Adult $45

  • Child (5-12yrs) $25

  • Child (0-4yrs) Free

  • Family Pass (2 x Adult + 3 x Children) $100


Day Spectator Pass

  • Adult $25

  • Child (5-12yrs) $15

  • Child (0-4yrs) Free

  • Family Pass (2 x Adult + 3 x Children) $70


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Location

Manfeild Park 59 South Street, Feilding 4702, New Zealand

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Saturday, 9 May 2026
9:00 am
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5:00 pm
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Friday, 8 May 2026
9:00 am
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5:00 pm

Proving Grounds - All makes and models! Manfeild full track



Think your car is better than your mates? Talk is cheap. Time to prove it.



Brought to you by Central Fab Solutions



Cruise Sessions – Drive your mates around Manfeild Circuit Chris Amon WHOLE TRACK (back track included). This session is for cruising only at your own pace and any excessive speed by drivers will be slowed. If you pass an excessive number of vehicles on any lap you will be shown the yellow flag and given a warning. Any reckless driving around other vehicles is not accepted and will be dealt with, and this can include removal of your driver’s band and vehicle’s Entry stickers – there will be NO REFUND to your entry fee if you lose your drivers band



Roll Racing – Roll Racing has taken over from the Drag racing.

- Power Skids can happen during this session, just let our staff know please.



Drifting – The drift section will be open at scheduled times of the day including BACK TRACK for beginners



Grip Sessions – Fewer cars on track compared to a cruise session!



Show N Shine – Everyone entered in the main part of the day qualifies for our list of Show n Shine Award trophies.



Entry Via Rata Street Entrance

Registration and gates open, will be available for entrants from 8am - 4pm Friday, where competitors can have their vehicle check processed and complete drivers registration, cruise sessions will commence from approx 10am (subject to change). Gates Close Friday at 4pm with everyone offsite by 6pm (No Later!) . Gates open again at 8am on Saturday. The Vehicle Check and Drivers Registration process will be open Friday 10-4, Saturday 8am - 12pm.



Entries are OPEN! 

No Wof? No Reg? No Cert? – No worries!! This is a racetrack – BUT, your car must pass a safety check before being able to go out on track, this includes but is not limited to Having – a secure battery with clamp, working brake lights, no leakes, accessible tow points, retractable safety belts or harnesses up to standard, if caged there must be padding in the head area, Catch can/over flows no venting to ground, no holes in firewall, fuel and wiring system inspection etc.



Extra (Secondary) drivers – are additional to General Admission fees, and are for anyone who will be wanting to drive a car as an extra driver. They must attend a driver’s briefing and fill out the paperwork required and there is a fee of $100 per extra driver.



Passengers – All passengers that go out on track are required to sign an indemnity form before being allowed out on track. To make sure this is done passengers bands are issued to all passengers. These can be purchased from the day.

Note: Drivers’ bands double up as Passenger bands, you do not need to purchase both.

Passenger bands are $20 and valid both days so dont take it off overnight!



There is to be NO Alcohol Brought onto the venue. Vehicles will be checked and any found will be confiscated upon entering the venue



*We offer NO REFUNDS under any circumstances on Entries

Friday, 8 May 2026
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Saturday, 9 May 2026
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9:00 am
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5:00 pm
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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.

Orange and black race car speeding on a blurred race track.
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