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.
Roaring New Year’s Eve SOLD OUT
Historic Rugby 1331 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United StatesSorry, but this event has now SOLD OUT. The Actor's Co-op is coming back with another swingin' New Year's eve bash! They'll take over the Rebecca Johnson Theater in the…
Chili Cook-Off & Silent Auction
Hester Hall 121 Cumberland Avenue South, Rugby, TN, United StatesEnjoy a winter treat and help non-profit Historic Rugby too. All-you-can-taste delicious chili plus an interesting Silent Auction, all at Historic Rugby's Hester Hall just beyond the Visitor Centre. Bring…
Tom Howell Memorial Spirea Pull
To celebrate State Natural Areas Week and honor the late Tom Howell‘s dedication to Rugby State Natural Area stewardship, please pitch in for an hour of so to remove invasive Japanese spirea &…
Fashion Show & Afternoon Tea
Historic Rugby 1331 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United StatesLast year's Victorian Fashion Show (a first) proved so popular we're doing it again! Registration details ($40 per person) are available HERE. The show in the Rebecca Johnson Theatre inside…
3rd Saturday Hike w/Lisa Huff
Historic Rugby 1331 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United StatesJoin the Friends of Rugby State Natural Area for a free guided hike each month on the third Saturday. Winter into spring are great times to go hiking…no bugs! NO…
Author William Paul Young Speaks
Historic Rugby 1331 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United StatesMark your calendar now for April 15 as our friend William Paul Young, author of worldwide bestseller THE SHACK speaks in Rugby, Tennessee AGAIN! Tickets are NOW AVAILABLE and a…
British Festival & Queen’s Tea*
Historic Rugby 1331 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United StatesBritish Festival has become an annual May event for Historic Rugby. Look for vendors, a new food source, tours of the historic buildings and more. The festival continues Sunday. Bring…
British Festival
Historic Rugby 1331 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United StatesBritish Festival has become an annual May event for Historic Rugby. Look for vendors, a new food provider, tours of the historic buildings and more. Bring the family for a…
Third Saturday Hike CANCELLED
Historic Rugby 1331 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United StatesDue to predicted rain for this Saturday hike, it has been cancelled. However, with mountain laurel in bloom, folks may elect to explore the White Oak Trail or Cox Branch…
‘Paint & Sip’ Art Class
Hester Hall 121 Cumberland Avenue South, Rugby, TN, United StatesWhat could be more fun than joining a small group for a painting class while enjoying a glass of wine? Maybe having it in beautiful Historic Rugby’s Hester Hall! Artist…
‘Paint & Sip’ Art Class
Hester Hall 121 Cumberland Avenue South, Rugby, TN, United StatesWhat could be more fun than joining a small group for a painting class while enjoying a glass of wine? Maybe having it in beautiful Historic Rugby’s Hester Hall! Artist…
Irish Road Bowling on Rugby Pkwy. (July 29 cancelled)
Historic Rugby 1331 Rugby Parkway, Rugby, TN, United States(The bowl for July 29 has been cancelled on account of high temperature.) Enjoy a FREE outdoor participant/spectator game of Irish Road Bowling right in the middle of Rugby on…