After a historic, record-shattering 2025 season, PBR Australia is launching an even bigger campaign for 2026. Last year, Mareeba superstar Kurt Shephard claimed the Golden Buckle, while Clermont’s Brady Fielder became the first rider in PBR history to secure 100 qualified rides in a single season.
The 2026 season features a stacked lineup of events, over $1 million in prize money, and the highly anticipated debut of the PBR Australia Challenger Series. This new series serves as a crucial stepping stone designed to fast-track the country’s best up-and-coming athletes into elite competition. From the premier Monster Energy Tour and the fierce Origin Series to the grassroots Can-Am Junior Academy, here is everything you need to know to catch the action live.
Official PBR Australia 2026 Event Schedule
The 2026 circuit will travel through Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia before culminating in the massive Grand Finals block in November.
May to July 2026: The Origin Clash and Northern Swing
| Date | Event | Venue & Location |
|---|---|---|
| May 30 (Sat) | Monster Energy Origin I – Newcastle | Newcastle Entertainment Centre, Newcastle, NSW |
| Jun 06 (Sat) | Monster Energy Origin II – Brisbane | Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Brisbane, QLD |
| Jun 13 (Sat) | Can-Am Junior Academy Tour | Lighthouse Hotel, Burnett Heads, QLD |
| Jun 13 (Sat) | Touring Pro Division: Lighthouse Bullmania | Lighthouse Hotel, Burnett Heads, QLD |
| Jul 04 (Sat) | Monster Energy Tour Cairns Invitational | Cairns Convention Centre, Cairns City, QLD |
| Jul 11 (Sat) | Touring Pro Division: Supercars Townsville 500 | Reid Park, Railway Estate, QLD |
| Jul 18 (Sat) | Touring Pro Division: Dittmann Bull Pit | Dittmann’s Bull Pit Arena, Bloomsbury, QLD |
August to September 2026: Major Arenas and Challenger Debut
| Date | Event | Venue & Location |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 01 (Sat) | Monster Energy Origin III – Sydney | TikTok Entertainment Centre, Sydney, NSW |
| Aug 15 (Sat) | Monster Energy Tour Melbourne Invitational | John Cain Arena, Melbourne, VIC |
| Aug 22 (Sat) | Monster Energy Tour Adelaide Invitational | Adelaide Entertainment Centre, Hindmarsh, SA |
| Aug 29 (Sat) | Can-Am Junior Academy & Challenger Series | Queensland State Equestrian Centre (QSEC), Caboolture, QLD |
| Aug 29 (Sat) | Monster Energy Tour Caboolture Invitational | QSEC Arena, Caboolture, QLD |
| Sep 04-05 (Fri-Sat) | Challenger Series & Monster Energy Tour Invitational | Hawkesbury Showground, Clarendon, NSW |
| Sep 05 (Sat) | Can-Am Junior Academy Tour | Hawkesbury Showground, Clarendon, NSW |
| Sep 12 (Sat) | Junior Academy, Challenger Series & Elite Tour | Coffs Harbour Showground, Coffs Harbour, NSW |
| Sep 19 (Sat) | Junior Academy, Challenger Series & Elite Tour | Wade Park, Orange, NSW |
October to November 2026: The Road to the Championship
| Date | Event | Venue & Location |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 16-17 (Fri-Sat) | Challenger Series, Elite Tour & Junior Academy | BB Print Stadium, Mackay, QLD |
| Oct 24 (Sat) | Junior Academy, Challenger & Iron Cowboy Finals | AELEC Arena, Tamworth, NSW |
| Nov 13-14 (Fri-Sat) | PBR Australia Monster Energy Tour Grand Finals | Townsville Entertainment & Convention Centre, QLD |
PBR Australia 2026 Ticket Information
Tickets for the 2026 PBR Australia tour are drawing high demand, particularly for the major stadium events and the Origin series.
- Where to Buy: Official ticketing agencies like Ticketek Australia or Ticketmaster Australia sell tickets for major metropolitan venues, including the Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Newcastle Entertainment Centre, John Cain Arena, and Adelaide Entertainment Centre. Local venues or the official PBR Australia website handle regional event ticket sales directly.
- Ticket Types: Fans can typically choose from standard General Admission (GA), Reserved Seating, and premium VIP On-the-Chute Packages. VIP tickets include exclusive pre-event Q&As with riders, behind-the-scenes tours, and premium ringside seating.
- Booking Tip: Secure your tickets early for the Townsville Grand Finals (Nov 13-14) and the Origin Series, as these showpieces consistently sell out weeks in advance.
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How to Watch: PBR Australia Live Streaming and TV
If you cannot make it to the arena in person, you can still catch every single second of the 8-second rides from home.
- 7plus (Free-to-Air Streaming): PBR Australia’s broadcast partnership ensures that fans can stream premium tour events and highlights packages live and free on 7plus within Australia.
- PBR RidePass on Pluto TV: For fans wanting comprehensive global coverage, Pluto TV’s RidePass broadcasts digital events live. This platform provides round-by-round access to both Australian events and the global Unleash The Beast series.
- Kayo Sports and Foxtel: Check local sports schedules ahead of premium events like the Origin Series and the Townsville Grand Finals. Fox Sports and Kayo Sports frequently broadcast encores and live main-card packages throughout the year.
Always verify details: Make sure to cross-reference event schedules and streaming links directly through the official PBR Australia digital channels, as broadcast networks can alter match-day start times and streaming availability.
