Ariel Rally 2026

This year the Ariel Rally is located at Pukeora Estate just out of Waipukurau Hawkes Bay from Friday 10April 2026 until departure on Sunday 12 April. This is a live-in rally with double beds in every room, but the rate is per-person and if advice to date is locked in the cost is more than reasonable. There will be a BBQ or equivalent on Friday evening, and a full dinner provided by Pukeora on Saturday after the AGM. Tonnes of space for camper vans but unsure of the fee for this currently. Given the room rate it may not be worthwhile. The rally route is still being developed at this time (Oct 2025) but is very likely to include a visit to one of the district's largest motorcycle collections.

We are planning to hold a Sunday morning run which will include an historic village open day (if it is at that time - TBC) ending up at a country pub for lunch. It should be possible to stay Sunday night at the Pukeora Estate but a trip to Waipukurau will be needed for the evening meal.

The Ariel Register has about 120 members. We normally manage about 25% at the rallies so they are convivial and relaxed. You do not need to arrive on an Ariel or even a vintage bike and guests are welcome. See you there - Graeme Crawley (Secretary-editor NZAOR)