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

The Bloom Stage, in collaboration with Poetry in the Boro, is thrilled to announce its inaugural event at Historic Rugby's Rebecca Johnson Theatre on September 21, 2024. Titled "Diptychs, Doubletakes, and Doppelgangers: The Power of Two in Our Stories," this live, multi-genre show promises an evening of storytelling, poetry, live music, and art. The show…

Harvest: Fall Wellness Weekend Retreat: Embrace Creativity & Movement in Rugby, Tennessee.  Join Kara Kemp and Mark Lamb for a transformative, highly customized 3-day retreat from September 27-29, 2024, in partnership with Historic Rugby. Start your days with mindful movement, enjoy nourishing seasonal meals and indulge in activities designed to celebrate your journey, ignite creativity…

On Founder's Day we honor Rugby, TN, founder Thomas Hughes (1822-1897)  but also award someone else from recent history instrumental in propelling Historic Rugby and Hughes' now-renowned village into the present and future. There will be artists and crafters on site, food available, and other features to be announced, including a performance at 1 p.m.…

POSTPONED TO SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12th DUE TO WEATHER: The 2nd Annual Rugby Roundabout bicycle event will Pedal Up in Historic Rugby for a route through the back country roads of Morgan County, TN. It's flat farmland, a few roller coaster thrills and challenging hills. Six official route options: 10,25,40,55,60 & 70 miles. All have rest…

Sunday Oct. 13 is the LAST BOWL FOR 2024, so don't miss it! 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. …

Join the Friends of Rugby State Natural Area for a free guided hike each month on the third Saturday. October is a great time to hike with leaf colors starting to change. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED. This hike will feature the return of Jack Gugino & Jalen Prather as knowledgeable leaders who have proven they can…

(Both days have now SOLD OUT, so we'll look for you lucky folks with reservations soon!) Witness 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…

(Both nights have now SOLD OUT, so we'll see you lucky folks with reservations soon!) Witness 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…

(Sorry, but this event has reached capacity. Mark your calendar for November 2025!) Don't miss this annual festive fund-raiser for Historic Rugby. 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…

Join the Friends of Rugby State Natural Area for a free guided hike each month on the third Saturday. Fall into winter is a great time to go hiking…fewer then no bugs! NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED. This hike will be guided by Holly Taylor, state area interpretive ranger for TDEC, and very knowledgeable about our flora…

Visit Rugby’s shops to see crafts, artworks and much more. Two days, Nov. 29 & 30. The Rugby Commissary, the Visitor Centre & the Gallery at Historic Rugby will all be open with unique wares. Craft demonstrations and vendors will be present. A food truck will feature soups to go & more. For questions, please call…