THE PROGRAMME of events for this year’s Love Rugby Festival has been announced.
Live music, art, sport, culture and family entertainment events will take place across the town and surrounding villages from June 20 to July 5.
Across the two-week festival, which coincides with Rugby School’s Festival on the Close, event highlights include:
Week 1 (June 20-27)
- June 20 onwards – Rugby Artists and Makers Summer Exhibition, a month-long celebration of talent in Rugby
- June 20 onwards – Gizmobots, featuring robot sculptures
- June 22 – Paddlesport taster session, allowing residents to try out kayaks, canoes and paddleboards
- June 27 – Salsa in the Park, a free dance class in Whitehall Recreation Ground, with no partner or experience required
Week 2 (June 28-July 5)
- June 28 – Live and Loud, a full day festival of local bands and artists performing in the Benn Hall
- June 28 – Art in Dunchurch, a showcase of 2D and 3D work by local artists
- June 30 – Rugby Triathlon Club will host a free swim taster session
- July 4 – New Directions Rugby Multicultural Celebrations will host performances and workshops
The festival concludes on July 5 at Whitehall Recreation Ground, where residents can take part in the ‘Couch to 5K’ fun run. The new 1K fun run offers families and children aged 11 and under to take part in a shorter run.
Participants should sign up early to secure their place in the fun runs at rugby.gov.uk/loverugby
Coun Maggie O’Rourke, Rugby Borough Council’s spokesperson for partnerships and wellbeing, said: “I am looking forward to the variety of events that the council, local businesses and community groups have to offer.
“Love Rugby Festival will bring together residents and visitors, giving them the opportunity to enjoy their current hobbies and interests, as well as try something new.”
Her coalition colleague Coun Neil Sandison added: “There is something for everyone at this year’s festival.
“It’s a great opportunity to get out, get involved and experience everything Rugby has to offer.”
Visit www.rugby.gov.uk/loverugby for more information and the full festival programme.
