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 |
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| RugbyFest | 22 August 2pm to 7pm | Come along to a family rugby day in Abington Park, Northampton. You can:
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| Girls U12 and U14 Touch Rugby Festivals | 22 August U12 Festival: 2:30pm to 4:30pm U14 Festival: 4:30pm to 6:30pm | Girls teams in the Under 12 and Under 14 age groups - all experience levels welcome. Book your place online and come to Abington Park on the day. |
| RWC25 Fan Zone | 24 August Midday to 5pm | Live match screenings of Ireland vs Japan and South Africa vs Brazil Free activities include:
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| Ladies Wot Pod Live: A Women’s Rugby World Cup Special | 27 August 8pm | Celebrate the Women’s Rugby World Cup in Northampton with a live podcast recording at Lola’s Bar. Claire Jones and Lis Saunders bring their popular Saints-focused pod to the stage, with special guests, insights into the women’s game and a spotlight on Loughborough Lightning. All ticket donations go to the Northampton Saints Foundation. Pre-order food and drink for an online discount. Book now to guarantee your seat at the link below: Walk-ins are welcome. |
| RWC25 Fan Zone | 30 August Midday to 7pm | Live match screenings of Canada vs Wales, Scotland vs Fiji and England vs Samoa Free activities include:
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| RWC25 Fan Zone | 31 August Midday to 5pm | Live match screenings of Ireland vs Spain, New Zealand vs Japan and Italy vs South Africa Free activities include:
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| RWC25 Fan Zone | 7 September Midday to 8pm | Live match screenings of Japan vs Spain, New Zealand vs Ireland and France vs South Africa Free activities include:
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How to get to matches and events
Visit our travel and transport page to find information about getting to and from matches and events, including free shuttle bus services and timetables.
Last updated 18 August 2025