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Lone Star Canterbury Rally

Make Lone Star Manchester Street your rally weekend home base!

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The Lone Star Canterbury Rally 2026 is set to bring serious energy to Christchurch and North Canterbury over King’s Birthday Weekend. With more than 50 years of history behind it, this is one of New Zealand’s most iconic motorsport events, now sitting alongside Supercars as a major Canterbury motorsport draw.

Best of all, it’s the only completely free motorsport event for spectators. That means families, rally fans, day-trippers, and visitors can all get in on the action without the cost barrier. If you’re looking for the best lunch in Christchurch or searching for the best family restaurant in Christchurch, Lone Star Manchester Street offers great food, a buzzing atmosphere, and a front-row seat to the excitement.

Why the Canterbury Rally is a must-see event

The Canterbury Rally has earned its place as a local legend. It blends deep motorsport history with modern rally action, bringing together elite drivers, emerging talent, veteran competitors, classic Kiwi specials, and purpose-built rally cars worth more than $500,000.

This is not just a day out for die-hard motorsport fans. It’s a full weekend experience that puts the public right in the middle of the action. You can get close to the cars, meet the drivers, enjoy the city buzz, and follow the rally atmosphere from Christchurch through to North Canterbury.

For locals, it’s a chance to celebrate Canterbury’s growing motorsport culture. For visitors, it’s a perfect long-weekend reason to head into the region and soak up the excitement.

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Grab the Burger and Beer combo for $30! * Burger and Beer combo for $30 *Grab the Burger and Beer combo for $30! * Burger and Beer combo for $30 *

Grab the rally weekend Burger and Beer combo.

Running May 29 to 31, Lone Star Manchester Street is serving up a Burger and Beer combo for $30.

Choose from:

  • Glen Campbell Chicken Burger – grilled free-range chicken breast, red onions, Swiss cheese, bacon, gherkins, lettuce, tomato, and aioli in a sourdough bun

  • Gerhard Burger – beef patty, red onions, Swiss cheese, bacon, gherkins, lettuce, tomato, and aioli in a sourdough bun

Each come with a Steinlager Super Cold for $30.

There’ll also be special rally-themed kids' colouring, making Lone Star Manchester Street an easy pick for families wanting to be part of the weekend, too.

T&Cs apply. Normal host responsibilities apply.

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