Rugby Is Queer Festival - Brighton
While the women's summer of sport continues with the biggest ever women's Rugby World Cup, come and join us for Rugby Pride’s ‘Rugby Is Queer Festival’ at Brighton RFC on Sunday 7th September 2025.
Delivered by LGBTQ+ non-profit Pride In Touch, attendees will be welcomed to a touch rugby taster session with music, only the good vibes and fun games to ensure that everyone feels welcome - whether you're picking up an oval shaped ball for the first time or the 1000th time!
Open to everyone, with a leaning towards welcoming women, non-binary and trans friends.
KEY INFO:
0930 - Arrivals (parking on site)
1000 - Taster session & games (including breaks) delivered by Pride In Touch as part of Rugby Pride 2025
1230 - Close; clubhouse open for drinks, food and to mingle with fellow attendees to watch the New Zealand v Ireland Rugby World Cup match (taking place in at Brighton Stadium) shown on TVs.
ESSENTIALS: Water bottle, comfy / active clothing, boots if you have them but trainers fine too. There will be changing facilities on site and a private space offered.
LOCATION: Brighton RFC, Waterhall Road, BN1 8YR
This event is part of Rugby Pride 2025, an initiative driven by Pride Sports, LEAP Sports Scotland, Pride In Touch and West London Queer Project. Names and registration details may be shared with these organisations.