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.
Events
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Irish Road Bowling on Rugby Parkway
Historic Rugby 1331 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United StatesLAST ONE OF THIS SEASON, OCT. 17! Enjoy a FREE outdoor participant/spectator game of Irish Road Bowling right in the middle of Rugby on slightly traveled Rugby Parkway. Teams form…
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Ghostly Gathering
Historic Rugby 1331 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United StatesWitness the spirits of Halloween and history at Historic Rugby's "Ghosty Gathering" all around the 1880 village. A tour of spooky buildings with unique stories, a chili supper, and all followed by ghost stories under the big tent. This event on two successive Saturdays invariably sells out, so get tickets as soon as possible. A…
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Ghostly Gathering
Historic Rugby 1331 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United StatesWitness the spirits of Halloween and history at Historic Rugby's "Ghosty Gathering" all around the 1880 village. A tour of spooky buildings with unique stories, a chili supper, and all followed by ghost stories under the big tent. This event on two successive Saturdays invariably sells out, so get tickets as soon as possible. A…
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Historic Rugby Gala
Hester Hall 121 Cumberland Avenue South, Rugby, TN, United StatesDon't miss this annual festive fund-raiser for Historic Rugby. This year's theme is "Denim & Diamonds." Included are a banquet meal, cocktails, a silent auction plus a live auction that is always a hit. A fancy quilt is usually the most-prized item, as it was again last year. This event always sells out early so…
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Thanksgiving Marketplace
Historic Rugby 1331 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United StatesVisit Rugby’s shops to see crafts, artworks and much more. Two days, Nov. 27 & 28, from 10-5 Eastern. The Rugby Commissary, the Visitor Centre & more will all be open with unique wares. Craft demonstrations and vendors will be present. The Rugby Printing Shop will offer free tours & demonstrations. A food truck on…
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Thanksgiving Marketplace & Holiday Tea
Historic Rugby 1331 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United StatesVisit Rugby’s shops to see crafts, artworks and much more. Two days, Nov. 27 & 28, from 10-5 Eastern. The Rugby Commissary, the Visitor Centre & more will all be open with unique wares. Craft demonstrations and vendors will be present. The Rugby Printing Shop will offer free tours & demonstrations. A food truck on…
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Christmas at Rugby
Historic Rugby 1331 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United StatesOn the first two Saturdays in December, the historic settlement of Rugby, Tennessee, will come alive with Christmas spirit and celebrate the holidays as if it were still 1880, the year the town was settled. The living Victorian-era village will bustle with caroling, holiday shopping and much more. Highlights of the Victorian Christmas celebration include…
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Christmas at Rugby & Holiday Dinner
Historic Rugby 1331 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United StatesOn the first two Saturdays in December, the historic settlement of Rugby, Tennessee, will come alive with Christmas spirit and celebrate the holidays as if it were still 1880, the year the town was settled. The living Victorian-era village will bustle with caroling, holiday shopping and much more. Highlights of the Victorian Christmas celebration include…
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‘A Very Dolly’ New Year’s Eve
Rebecca Johnson Theatre in Historic Rugby's Visitor Centre 1331 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United StatesRing in the New Year with the Actors Co-op as they bring A VERY DOLLY NEW YEAR! to the Rebecca Johnson Theatre. Expect a unique evening filled with the songs & sayings of the unforgettable Dolly Parton. We bet there will be a captivating mix of song, dance, stories and scenes. Details and reservation information…