Women's Rugby World Cup: Official fanzone opens its doors in Brighton
The spot in Victoria Gardens will welcome up to 2000 fans at once
Brighton's official Women's Rugby World Cup fanzone has opened, as the city prepares to back the Red Roses on home turf.
It's ahead of two matches at the Amex this weekend, where we'll be able to see England v Australia and New Zealand V Ireland.
The free zone will welcome up to 2000 punters into Victoria Gardens to watch the games.
There's also a huge local food offering, with free activities and entertainment - with a post-match party also lined up for Saturday between 7pm and 11pm.
Council Leader Bella Sankey said: “Following the overwhelming success of England’s Lionesses becoming European champions for a second time, we are thrilled to be part of the world’s next major women’s sporting event and to welcome the Red Roses to the city.
“We are determined for residents and visitors to have the chance to come together and celebrate this once-in-a-generation event.
“Brighton & Hove is known as a diverse place with a passion for culture, creativity and quirkiness – and our Fan Zone will reflect this.
“We’ll be pulling out the stops to make sure visitors from all nations feel at home, while inspiring women and girls from the city and beyond to get involved with rugby.”
Free activities on offer at the four-day Fan Zone include: dance classes, sports and games, friendship bracelet and badge making, face paint and glitter, live music, DJs and more.
The opening times are as follows:
Thursday, 4th September 2025 | 1pm - 8pm
Friday, 5th September 2025| 1pm - 8pm
Saturday, 6th September 2025| 11am-11pm
Sunday, 7th September 2025 | 11am-7pm