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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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  • Third Saturday Hike with Jack & Jalen

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

    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…

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    Ghostly Gathering: SOLD OUT

    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…

  • Ghostly Gathering, SOLD OUT

    (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…

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    Historic Rugby Gala

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

    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…

  • Thanksgiving Marketplace

    Visit Rugby’s shops to see crafts, artworks and much more. Two days, Nov. 28 & 29, from 10-5 Eastern. The Rugby Commissary, the Visitor Centre & the Gallery at Historic…

  • Thanksgiving Marketplace & SOLD OUT Tea

    Visit Rugby’s shops to see crafts, artworks and much more. Two days, Nov. 29 & 30, from 10-5 Eastern. The Rugby Commissary, the Visitor Centre & the Gallery at Historic…

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    Christmas at Rugby & Holiday Dinner

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

    On 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…

  • Christmas at Rugby & Holiday Dinner

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

    On 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…

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    Mike McGill’s Christmas Spectacular

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

    Mike McGill returns to the Johnson Theatre stage in the Rugby Visitor Centre on December 7 and 14 at 8 pm Eastern. This is a free event that is open…

  • A 1940s Radio Christmas Carol

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

    “A 1940’s Radio Christmas Carol” in Historic Rugby presented by Murfreesboro Little Theatre Step back in time to the golden age of radio this holiday season! On December 21, Murfreesboro…

  • Grand Ole Rugby Cabaret

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

    Ring in the New Year with a toe-tappin', knee-slappin' celebration at The Grand Ole Rugby Cabaret! This New Year's Eve, join us at Rugby’s Rebecca Johnson Theatre at 7 p.m.…

  • New Year’s Day Hike

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

    Start 2025 off right with a scenic hike on a few of Rugby's little trails. We'll traverse the Massengale Trail, Allerton Ridge Trail, the Historic Trail & the Laurel Branch…