What’s on at Franklin’s Gardens
What’s on at Franklin’s Gardens
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RUGBYFEST 2.0
Northampton is set to celebrate the one-year anniversary of hosting the Women’s Rugby World Cup in style with RugbyFest 2.0 – a family-friendly festival taking place at Franklin’s Gardens on Saturday 12 September, from 11am to 6pm.
Hosted by Northampton Saints and Loughborough Lightning, the carnival-themed event will return to the venue that staged the Red Roses’ 14-try, 92-3 victory over Samoa during last year’s Rugby World Cup.
RugbyFest 2.0 promises a packed day of entertainment, games, music and rugby, celebrating the Red Roses one year on from their incredible World Cup triumph.
Whether you’re a lifelong rugby supporter or simply looking for a fun family day out, there will be something for everyone to enjoy, including:
- A watch party for England’s WXV fixture against Australia on the big screen in the newly-redeveloped Supporter Village
- Street food, drinks, cocktails and a festival atmosphere
- Inflatable rugby games, family activities and fun challenges
- A girls-only U9/U10 ‘Pitch Up and Play’ session, alongside a Women’s Touch Rugby Festival
RUGBYFEST 2.0
Northampton is set to celebrate the one-year anniversary of hosting the Women’s Rugby World Cup in style with RugbyFest 2.0 – a family-friendly festival taking place at Franklin’s Gardens on Saturday 12 September, from 11am to 6pm.
Hosted by Northampton Saints and Loughborough Lightning, the carnival-themed event will return to the venue that staged the Red Roses’ 14-try, 92-3 victory over Samoa during last year’s Rugby World Cup.
RugbyFest 2.0 promises a packed day of entertainment, games, music and rugby, celebrating the Red Roses one year on from their incredible World Cup triumph.
Whether you’re a lifelong rugby supporter or simply looking for a fun family day out, there will be something for everyone to enjoy, including:
- A watch party for England’s WXV fixture against Australia on the big screen in the newly-redeveloped Supporter Village
- Street food, drinks, cocktails and a festival atmosphere
- Inflatable rugby games, family activities and fun challenges
- A girls-only U9/U10 ‘Pitch Up and Play’ session, alongside a Women’s Touch Rugby Festival
Upcoming
Read more about this event:
STADIUM TOURS
Following a series of sold-out Stadium Tours, a fresh set of dates are available for the 2026/27 season.
The fascinating behind the scenes journey at Franklin’s Gardens was made available – by overwhelming popular demand – for individual bookings during the 2025/26 campaign, and the response was phenomenal, with every single space snapped up.
20th August 2026 – SOLD OUT
24th September 2026 – SOLD OUT
22nd October 2026 – SOLD OUT
26th November 2026 – SOLD OUT
10th December 2026
Priced from just £20* for adults and £15* for juniors, supporters can experience the iconic arena like never before during an hour long guided tour.
STADIUM TOURS
Following a series of sold-out Stadium Tours, a fresh set of dates are available for the 2026/27 season.
The fascinating behind the scenes journey at Franklin’s Gardens was made available – by overwhelming popular demand – for individual bookings during the 2025/26 campaign, and the response was phenomenal, with every single space snapped up.
20th August 2026 – SOLD OUT
24th September 2026 – SOLD OUT
22nd October 2026 – SOLD OUT
26th November 2026 – SOLD OUT
10th December 2026
Priced from just £20* for adults and £15* for juniors, supporters can experience the iconic arena like never before during an hour long guided tour.