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.
Calendar of Events
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Founder’s Day & Michaelmas Tea
Founder’s Day & Michaelmas Tea
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.…
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Rugby Roundabout Cycling Event
Rugby Roundabout Cycling Event
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…
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Irish Road Bowling on Rugby Parkway
Irish Road Bowling on Rugby Parkway
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. …
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Third Saturday Hike with Jack & Jalen
Third Saturday Hike with Jack & Jalen
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…
Ghostly Gathering, SOLD OUT
Ghostly Gathering, SOLD OUT
(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…
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Ghostly Gathering, SOLD OUT
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 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…
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Historic Rugby Gala, SOLD OUT
Historic Rugby Gala, SOLD OUT
(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…