We’re thrilled to welcome you to Historic Rugby’s Opening Weekend and the Annual Road Bowling Tournament on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at 11:00 AM EDT on the Harrow Road Public House lawn.
Register for the tournament here:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/historic-rugbys-2026-annual-opening-day-irish-road-bowling-tournament-draft
Tournament Highlights:
Demos & Practice: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM on the lawn of the newly built Harrow Road Public House
Registration: 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM (Harrow Road Public House lawn) – Pick up t-shirts, scorecards, and cannon balls
Tournament Kickoff: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM at the Clear Fork Area Volunteer Fire Dept.
Awards Ceremony: 4:00 PM, on the lawn of the Harrow Road Public House
Pre-Tournament Social – Friday, March 20, 2026
Want to size up the competition? Join us Friday, March 20, for early registration and a pre-tournament social at 5:00 PM EDT. Enjoy snacks, drinks, and a chance to mingle with fellow participants. We will offer demo classes and throws for you to hone your skills.
Weekend Activities:
Historic Tours (Thurs-Sun) – Explore Rugby’s historic buildings!
Village Attractions – Visit the historic print shop, the Commissary and local artisan exhibitors!
Food & Live Music: To be announced
Gather your road bowling team of 2, 3, or 4 and show off your finest road bowling skills. Sign in at the Visitor Centre noon-12:30 Eastern then start the tournament at 1 pm Eastern at the Clear Fork Area Volunteer Fire Department, near RM Brooks General Store. Wind your way along Rugby Parkway to the finish line in front of the Harrow Road Public House. Winners are determined by the fewest number of throws to complete the course. Rugby Irish Road Bowling t-shirts will be available to purchase at registration.
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