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Everton's Hill Dickinson Stadium to host Super League's 'Magic Weekend' in 2026

Everton's new Hill Dickinson Stadium will host Rugby League's Magic Weekend for the first time in 2026.

The event, in which a full round of Super League fixtures are played at the same venue over two days, has predominantly been held at Newcastle's St James Park in recent years.

Six fixtures will be played across the 4th and 5th of July, with some huge derbies in store as both Hull sides face each other, Wigan play St Helens and Leeds renew their rivalry with Bradford Bulls.

Saturday, 4 July

  • Huddersfield v York

  • Hull KR v Hull FC

  • Leigh v Warrington

Sunday, 5 July

  • Wakefield v Castleford

  • Leeds v Bradford

  • Wigan v St Helens

Speaking on the announcement, Rhodri Jones, RL Commercial Managing Director said:

“With memories still fresh of an unforgettable occasion for the Ashes Test, we’re delighted to be able to confirm a return to Hill Dickinson Stadium for the 2026 Betfred Super League Magic Weekend.

“This will be the seventh venue to stage Magic since it was introduced as a new concept for sport in 2007, and our clubs, players and supporters are in for a treat.

“It’s a stunning stadium with outstanding facilities at all levels, and also superbly located for summer on the waterfront, and with the many and varied attractions of Liverpool within easy reach.

“We’re looking forward to elevating our fan experience with a range of hospitality offers which proved so popular for the international, and the Plaza outside the stadium is perfect for Magic.

“We continue to work with the Dragons and Toulouse on the feasibility of delivering a very special event in France too, and we hope to be able to announce something in the near future on this.”

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