Bilbao 2026: Golden and Early Bird ticket packages sold out with huge interest for 2026 Finals Weekend – Weekend Tickets now on sale

Ticket sales for the EPCR Bilbao 2026 Finals Weekend at the San Mamés Stadium have launched with exceptional momentum, winning the highest interest from rugby fans in recent years. To date, 13 500 ticket packages for the Investec Champions Cup and the EPCR Challenge Cup Finals have been sold – around 30% of all available tickets – with demand running significantly ahead of the previous two seasons and a packed San Mamés Stadium expected on Friday 22 and Saturday 23 May 2026.

The Golden and Early Bird packages, released to fans earlier this summer, have now officially sold out - reflecting both the enthusiasm of fans for club rugby’s greatest weekend and the return to the vibrant Basque city that hosted a hugely memorable Finals weekend in 2018.

Supporters now have another chance to secure their seats, with Weekend Tickets available from today, Wednesday 3 September on the official website. These packages provide access to both the EPCR Challenge Cup and Investec Champions Cup Finals in Bilbao 2026.

For the first time, Category 3 weekend packages will be on offer, providing seats in a prime location at an affordable price, with high demand anticipated. This addition means fans can now choose from three pricing options:

• Category 1: €175

• Category 2: €140

• Category 3: €120

Bilbao is no stranger to staging rugby’s biggest occasions. In 2018, the city hosted an unforgettable finals weekend that drew over 80 000 spectators, with the clash between Leinster Rugby and Racing 92 in the Investec Champions Cup setting the tone for what was widely hailed as a milestone moment for the sport.

Beyond the stadium, Bilbao offers one of Europe’s most compelling city-break experiences. From the world-famous Guggenheim Museum to the winding streets of the Casco Viejo (old town), and from cutting-edge Basque gastronomy to its vibrant nightlife, the city blends culture, food, and energy like few others. Add in its easy access and passionate rugby following, and it is clear why Bilbao 2026 promises to be a weekend not to miss.

With Golden and Early Bird packages snapped up in less than three weeks, Weekend Tickets, including the new Category 3 offer, are available from today – and history suggests they won’t be available for long. Fans are encouraged to secure theirs now at EPCRugby.com.