Ghent Easter Rugby Festival 2025
Tournament Overview
Welcome to the Ghent Easter Rugby Festival, one of Europe’s most dynamic rugby events! Set in the vibrant city of Ghent in Belgium, this festival offers the perfect mix of fierce rugby competition and lively social activities.
Catering to U17, U19 and Veteran teams, the Ghent Rugby Festival sees teams from around the world gather in true celebration of the sport!
Ghent Rugby Club serves as the ultimate backdrop – great facilities, great rugby! This festival is the ultimate international opportunity for players to learn from diverse opponents and refine their techniques in a high-stakes environment. Belgium rugby at its best!
Fri 18th – Mon 21st April 2025
Packages from
£555pp
Price based on:
Based on a 4 day, 3 night coach/ferry tour for 48 passengers travelling 18th – 21st April 2025. Subject to availability.
Coach and driver for 4 days/3 nights from and to your club
Ferry travel via Dover/Calais
3 star Hotel Bed & Breakfast
Event / Venue transfers
Entry for one team
Travel insurance
Currency exchange guarantee
24-hour support on tour
The Ghent Easter Rugby Festival is an annual event held over the Easter Bank Holiday and always attracts teams from Europe and further afield. Aside from the rugby, there’s entertainment with an all night party on Friday, followed by a fancy dress disco on Saturday and another party on Sunday. If you want to attend the party nights, please speak with us when booking your tour.
A perfect combination of rugby and social activities
Only 2 hours from Calais
Experience the medieval town of Ghent
European Age Groups
| Age Group | Team Size | Format |
|---|---|---|
| U17 Boys | 15-a-side | IRB Rules – League Format and Final between the top two teams |
| U19 Boys | 15-a-side | IRB Rules – League Format and Final between the top two teams |
| Veteran Tournament | 15-a-side | IRB Rules – League Format and Final between the top two teams |
What to Expect
Day 1: Depart from the UK by coach or air and arrive in Ghent. Check in to your hotel before taking part in the Belgian Beer evening and welcome party at Ghent Rugby Club.
Day 2: All age categories will play their pool matches today, followed by the renowned all-you-can-eat BBQ and a themed party!
Day 3: The finals for all age categories take place today, as well as a Mixed Touch Rugby tournament. Once the matches are completed, there will be a prize ceremony and a closing party.
Day 4: Time to head home and get some rest! You will check out of your accommodation and head home by coach or air.
You’re in safe hands!
We work within the rules set out by the applicable sporting governing bodies to ensure we get things just right. What’s more, you can rest easy knowing that our ABTOT bond, ATOL license and ABTA membership mean your money is well protected.
What’s included in your package
3 nights’ accommodation
On half-board basis
Travel to the festival
By air travel, with coach transfers in Lisbon
Manage your booking online
Access to our online booking management system
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Suggested Accommodation
For the best access to the festival, Ghent City Centre offers a perfect location and will allow you to take part in the festival BBQ and closing party. However, we must warn you that Ghent accommodation is expensive over Easter weekend!
If you’re set on hotels but would prefer a less expensive option, Antwerp is the next best city and is approximately an hour’s drive away.
Hotel Accommodation
- 3 Star Hotel
- Twin, Triple or Quad Rooms (En-suite)
- Bed & Breakfast
Alternatively, many younger groups choose to stay at Center Parcs De Haan, which is situated on the Belgian coast, approximately one hour away from Ghent. Center Parcs is famous for its quality accommodation, leisure activities, restaurants, bars and Aqua Mundo swimming paradises.
Center Parcs De Haan
- 4, 5 or 8 Berth Bungalows
- Choice of Comfort or Premium standard
- All single beds
- Spacious Lounge/Diner with Satellite TV
- Kitchen with Fridge, Hob, Microwave, Toaster and Kettle
- Private patio with outdoor furniture
Book your festival
Like what you see and want to start planning? The best way to get things moving is by speaking to one of our tournament advisors on 01708 565014 or by filling in an enquiry form online.
Things to do in Ghent
Ghent is a beautiful medieval city full of cafes, bars and restaurants to visit. With so much history and ancient architecture, you will enjoy simply walking the streets of the city and taking in the attractions.
Highlights
- Gravensteen Castle
- Cathedral of St Bavo
- Saint Michael’s Church and the Sint-Michielsbrug Bridge
- Graslei Canal
- STAM (Ghent City Museum)
Gravensteen Castle
St. Michael Bridge
Graslei Canal
“The tournament was extra special and we loved the opening and closing ceremonies. The boys felt like they were playing in a World Cup!”
Rishton United
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