Women's Rugby World Cup events and activities
West Northamptonshire will proudly host a vibrant series of events celebrating sport, culture and innovation in the countdown to the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 and during the tournament.
Rugby arcade game on tour!
Think you've got what it takes to be a rugby champ? Come and try our free Scrum Showdown rugby arcade game created by University of Northampton students.
Put your skills to the test with 4 mini-games: passing, kicking, dodging and scrumming. Challenge a friend or climb the leaderboard!
When and where
- Until Tuesday 8 July: Northamptonshire Central Library
- Wednesday 9 July to Tuesday 22 July: Towcester Library
- Wednesday 23 July to Tuesday 5 August: Daventry Library
- Wednesday 6 August to Wednesday 20 August: Weston Favell Library
While you're there, join your local library and explore everything on offer - from books and eResources to events, business support and more.
Events for fans
| Event or activity | Date and time | Information |
|---|---|---|
| RugbyFest | 22 August 2pm to 9:30pm | Come along to a family rugby day in Abington Park, Northampton. You can:
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| RWC25 Fan Zone | 24 August Midday to 5pm | Fan Zone based in Northampton Market Square - Innovation and Technology Theme |
| RWC25 Fan Zone | 30 August Midday to 7pm | Fan Zone based in Northampton Market Square |
| RWC25 Fan Zone | 31 August Midday to 5pm | Fan Zone at Northampton Market Square - Family Theme |
| RWC25 Fan Zone | 7 September Midday to 8pm | Fan Zone based in Northampton Market Square. Music and Culture Theme, including Northampton Music Festival |
Last updated 03 July 2025