There is nothing quite like watching the Highlanders play under the roof of Forsyth Barr Stadium.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
Whether you have followed the team for years, are looking for something to do with the family in Dunedin, want to experience Super Rugby live for the first time, or simply want to support the Highlanders from wherever you are in the world, there is a Highlanders Membership option to ensure you get the ultimate experience.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
A Highlanders Membership is more than just guaranteed tickets to each home game. Every member gets exclusive benefits and access throughout the season. Depending on your\u00a0package, the benefits can give you more access to the team and players than anyone else.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
This guide covers everything you need to know about\u00a0becoming\u00a0a Highlanders Member.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
What is a Highlanders Membership?\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
In short, a Highlanders Membership\u00a0is the easiest way for supporters to secure their seats at Highlanders games and access\u00a0additional\u00a0benefits throughout the entire calendar year.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
There are several membership options available, meaning there is\u00a0an option\u00a0regardless of budget\u00a0or location.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
Each option offers\u00a0a different way\u00a0to be part of the club and closer to the team, whether you want the full premium experience with all the exclusive\u00a0benefits\u00a0or\u00a0you want\u00a0to simply stay connected\u00a0to the Highlanders from afar.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
What can I get with a Highlanders Membership?\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
There is much more to the Highlanders Membership than just admission to the home games.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
Benefits vary between packages and types but can include:\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
Access to Highlanders home games at Forsyth Barr Stadium\u00a0<\/p>\n
Preferential access to tickets for home finals\u00a0<\/p>\n
Access to selected regional Highlanders matches\u00a0<\/p>\n
Invitations to exclusive member events\u00a0<\/p>\n
Highlanders merchandise discounts\u00a0<\/p>\n
Member communications\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
Membership packs and selected merchandise\u00a0<\/p>\n
Access to the Highlanders Members Bar\u00a0<\/p>\n
Opportunities to get closer to the players and club\u00a0<\/p>\n
It means your connection with the Highlanders extends beyond the 80 minutes on game day.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
How many Highlanders home games do Members get?\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
Not only do members get\u00a0access to every home game, but members also get guaranteed access to\u00a0our home pre-season\u00a0games, wherever we play.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
The Highlanders’ home games are dependent on the draw, but each year there are\u00a0approximately 7-8\u00a0home games per year.\u00a0Supporters should check the current Highlanders draw before\u00a0purchasing.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Why watch the Highlanders at Forsyth Barr Stadium?\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
Forsyth Barr Stadium has been\u00a0the Highlanders’ Dunedin home since 2012 and offers one of the most distinctive rugby experiences in New Zealand.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
The fully covered stadium means supporters are protected from Dunedin\u2019s wild weather while experiencing the electrifying atmosphere of\u00a0live Super Rugby.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
From the student Zoo to families, rugby\u00a0purists\u00a0and supporters from around the country travelling to Dunedin, Highlanders games at Forsyth Barr Stadium offer one of the most premium entertainment experiences in the\u00a0country.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
Members will also have\u00a0guaranteed\u00a0seating at home games in other parts of the region such as Invercargill and Queenstown.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
For members, having a reserved seat also means knowing exactly where you will be watching from throughout the season.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
READ MORE: 15 Years Under the Roof: Why a Highlanders Game Is a Dunedin Must-Do.\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n Are Highlanders Memberships good for families?\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n Yes.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n Highlanders\u00a0games are designed to be accessible\u00a0and enjoyable for\u00a0families,\u00a0there are membership\u00a0options for children.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n There are free memberships for children, meaning you can bring the whole family while still receiving the benefits of a member.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n Highlanders home matches are particularly attractive for families, while activities around the stadium and the\u00a0Kidzone\u00a0add to the experience outside the rugby itself.\u00a0<\/p>\n For families planning to attend several games during a season, a membership can also make\u00a0organising\u00a0match days simpler by securing seats ahead of time.\u00a0<\/p>\n The Highlanders have offered free membership options for eligible children through the Kids Go Free\u00a0programme.\u00a0<\/p>\n Children still require a valid ticket to enter the stadium, and conditions apply, so parents and caregivers should\u00a0check\u00a0the latest Kids Go Free information before each season.\u00a0<\/p>\n Is a Highlanders Membership worth it?\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n If you plan\u00a0on attending\u00a0several Highlanders matches during a season, a membership can offer better overall value than buying individual tickets for every match.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n But the value goes beyond the ticket itself.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n For regular members, having the same seat,\u00a0additional\u00a0member benefits, exclusive\u00a0events\u00a0and a closer connection to the team are a major part of the experience.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n A Highlanders Membership could be particularly suited to:\u00a0<\/p>\n Supporters planning to attend most home games\u00a0<\/p>\n Families looking for regular entertainment in Dunedin\u00a0<\/p>\n Long-term Highlanders supporters\u00a0<\/p>\n Otago and Southland rugby fans\u00a0<\/p>\n Students wanting to experience live Super Rugby\u00a0<\/p>\n Businesses entertaining clients or staff\u00a0<\/p>\n Supporters who want greater access to the club\u00a0 The best Highlanders Membership depends on how you want to support the team.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n Premium\/Elite Membership<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n Premium Membership is designed for the supporters looking for the best seating\u00a0and the largest range of benefits.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n Depending on the package, Premium Members can receive reserved premium seating, member merchandise,\u00a0preferential\u00a0finals\u00a0ticket access, and exclusive member experiences.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\nFans living outside Dunedin who want to support the team digitally\u00a0
\nWhat Highlanders Membership should I choose?\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n