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Events, Hiking, Performances, Teas & Talks on the scenic Cumberland Plateau

Events, Hiking, Performances, Teas & Talks on the scenic Cumberland Plateau

Historic Rugby hosts a series of hikes, outdoor events, performances, teas, galas, lectures and other events. Find your niche of interest below! Our schedule (all times Eastern) is below but subject to updates, so check back often.

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  • Benefit Indoor Yard Sale

    Benefit Indoor Yard Sale
    Hester Hall 121 Cumberland Avenue South, Rugby, TN, United States

    Our benefit yard sale returns to air-conditioned Hester Hall Aug. 7-8 for the third year. It's "Off 127" but the same weekend as that big one. For now, we're asking everyone with items to donate to begin gathering them together & starting Monday (July 20) we'll have a place to bring them. Suggested donations include…

  • Benefit Indoor Yard Sale

    Benefit Indoor Yard Sale
    Hester Hall 121 Cumberland Avenue South, Rugby, TN, United States

    Our benefit yard sale returns to air-conditioned Hester Hall Aug. 7-8 for the third year. It's "Off 127" but the same weekend as that big one. For now, we're asking everyone with items to donate to begin gathering them together & starting Monday (July 20) we'll have a place to bring them. Suggested donations include…

  • Irish Road Bowling on Rugby Parkway

    Irish Road Bowling on Rugby Parkway
    Historic Rugby 1331 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United States

    Enjoy a FREE outdoor participant/spectator game of Irish Road Bowling right in the middle of Rugby on slightly traveled Rugby Parkway. Teams form as the game starts, depending on who is there. All ages! Takes about one hour on the route used.  Play or just watch as the game proceeds west, then east. We yell…

  • Benefit Wine Tasting, Spanish Wines

    Hester Hall 121 Cumberland Avenue South, Rugby, TN, United States

    Join us for another special charity wine tasting hosted by certified Sommelier Justin Branim, spotlighting the remarkable range of Spain’s most celebrated wines! Journey through the heart of Spain as we pour standout selections from iconic regions: the bold, age-worthy Tempranillo of Rioja, the earthy and full-bodied Mencía from Bierzo, the bright coastal whites of…

  • Book Launch: Appalachian Poetry

    Rebecca Johnson Theatre in Historic Rugby's Visitor Centre 1331 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United States

    Mark your calendars and come celebrate with the Dandelion Scribes! Our book launch will be hosted by Historic Rugby Aug. 15 at the Rebecca Johnson Theatre (located in the Visitor Center at 1331 Rugby Pkwy., Rugby). The event begins at 7 p.m. EDT. We will present a poetry reading featuring the anthology contributors, offer refreshments,…

  • British Car Show & Tea Table Setting Contest

    Historic Rugby 1331 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United States

    British automobiles will converge on Rugby in all classes for this 15th annual admiration of U.K. motoring. It's free and a great family experience. See everything from MGs to Rolls Royces, Minis, Morrises and lots in between. Spectator admission is free. Got a British car or motorbike? You can enter it HERE  just click. A…

  • Irish Road Bowling on Rugby Parkway

    Irish Road Bowling on Rugby Parkway
    Historic Rugby 1331 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United States

    Enjoy a FREE outdoor participant/spectator game of Irish Road Bowling right in the middle of Rugby on slightly traveled Rugby Parkway. Teams form as the game starts, depending on who is there. All ages! Takes about one hour on the route used.  Play or just watch as the game proceeds west, then east. We yell…

  • Muses & Magicians variety show

    Muses & Magicians variety show
    Gazebo on Rugby Parkway 1343 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United States

    Come to the gazebo at Historic Rugby and amuse yourself with Muses & Magicians – a variety show featuring live music, dance, and spoken word performances. Showtime is 7 p.m. EDT. Featuring local musical artists: Gerald Hanwright, Annie Motto, Stephen Phillips & the dancing dithyrambler. With special guest for Aug. 29, Kara Kemp, story teller,…

  • Grill Rugby

    Grill Rugby, Sat. & Sun.
    Uffington House 1728 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United States

    2026 marks the seventh annual “Grill Rugby: Dinner on the Lawn.” This evening of food and festivities on the lawn at picturesque Uffington House in Rugby is scheduled for one night only, Saturday September 5, on the long Labor Day weekend. Dress cool & casual as you like if that appeals! It features an all-inclusive…

  • Rugby Weave: Basket-making workshop Sept. 11-12

    Hester Hall 121 Cumberland Avenue South, Rugby, TN, United States

    Join us Sept. 11-12 for two days of creativity, community, and beautiful woven projects! Whether you're a seasoned weaver or picking up your first reed, The Rugby Weave is just right for you.  As you arrive in the village of Historic Rugby, and attend workshops in Hester Hall, you’ll be surrounded by the incredible natural and historic…

  • Irish Road Bowling on Rugby Parkway

    Irish Road Bowling on Rugby Parkway
    Historic Rugby 1331 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United States

    Enjoy a FREE outdoor participant/spectator game of Irish Road Bowling right in the middle of Rugby on slightly traveled Rugby Parkway. Teams form as the game starts, depending on who is there. All ages! Takes about one hour on the route used.  Play or just watch as the game proceeds west, then east. We yell…

  • Bloom Stage: Golden Hour

    Rebecca Johnson Theatre in Historic Rugby's Visitor Centre 1331 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United States

    Bloom Stage: Golden Hour invites you to Historic Rugby on Saturday, September 12 at 7 pm EDT for an intimate evening of storytelling, music, poetry, and visual art inspired by the many interpretations of “golden hour.” From the warmth of a sunset to life’s seasons of wisdom, transition, gratitude, and possibility, each artist will offer…