Yorkshire’s largest rugby festival returns in April 2023. Over the years, this annual event has developed a reputation for friendly, quality rugby with teams from over thirty clubs attending from all over the UK.

Across two days, children between the ages seven and fifteen come along to The Apollo Capital Stadium to compete in our two-day tournament. Our past on-site attendance has been well over 2000, with over 50,000 views across web and social media.

The principle aim of the festival is to have fun. The festival organisers work to ensure that the event is player focused and that means being child focused. BBQ's, bars, picnic-chairs, inflatable slides, stalls and ice cream vans create the complete festival environment.

If you would like your team to join the fun, please enquire with our junior fixtures secretary at Junior.Fixtures@harrogaterugby.com

Sponsorship forms a key part of our fund-raising activities, and we are very thankful to a number of companies each year who provide generous sponsorship. Without this, the festival could not go ahead. Local businesses’ contributions ensure that the event remains community-based and this is supported by widespread local press coverage.

If you are interested in supporting the event, please enquire with the Junior Fixtures Chair, Matt Grant.

Our festival strives to improve its visitor experience every year, to provide a safe enjoyable atmosphere, where both children and rugby are the focus. With a team of dedicated volunteers, we are confident that once again, the 2023 festival will be another day to remember.