One of the greatest established Rugby 7s Festivals in the centre of England will be returning in 2026.
MK Ruggerfest offers a brilliant line up of local music artists throughout the day, food & beers from
around the world and fun for all the family.
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION FOR MKRUGGERFEST 2026 IS OPEN
We’re back! Expect fierce competition across the Open, Social & Touch Rugby 7s Tournaments on Saturday 6th June 2026.
With a host of teams, the one-day tournament will consist of the Men's Elite, Women’s Elite, Men’s Open, Women’s Open, Men’s Social, Women’s Social and the Men’s Beer Drinkers / Vets tournaments.
Year after year, the party atmosphere continues at MKRUGGERFEST, with a high standard of rugby being played on every pitch, across all tournament levels - especially the Men’s and Women’s social tournaments with all day music, fancy dress and an opportunity to go wild as the day plays out.
Cash and sponsor prizes across the six tournaments. Each tournament will consist of group stages followed by knock out stages later in the day for teams that progress. Each team will play a minimum of 4 games on the day.
We will also be offering an award for the best fancy dressed team and the John Silk award to the team that most embodies the spirit of the sport, both on and off of the pitch. The after tournament party on Saturday will run at the club until Midnight with live music.
Men's Elite Cup: Suitable for elite teams and players on the regular 7s series. Prize Money, Trophies & Sponsor Prizes.
Women's Elite Cup: Suitable for elite teams and players on the regular 7s series. Prize Money, Trophies & Sponsor Prizes.
Men's Open: Suitable for 1st teams and academy players. Prize Money, Trophies & Sponsor Prizes.
Women’s Open: Suitable of teams competing in NC1 and NC2 leagues. Prize Money, Trophies & Sponsor Prizes.
Men's Social: Suitable for teams who are here for the experience rather than taking the comp seriously. May have had a beer or two… Prize Money, Trophies & Sponsor Prizes.
Women’s Social: Suitable for teams competing in NC3 and Inner Warrior matches. Played on a smaller pitch. Perfect for players who may have a drink or two... Prize Money, Trophies & Sponsor Prizes.
Mens Beer / Vets Comp - perfect for vets, beer drinkers, no one taking it seriously or sober, pot belly owners and players who are 'rolling back the years'. Played on a smaller pitch. Prize Money, Trophies & Sponsor Prizes.
Please note, MKRUGGERFEST reserve the right to amend the prize money in the event of any of the tournaments not being filled. Includes entry for 12 players, use of shower & changing facilities & space to bring your own team gazebo. Entry fees are non-refundable.
Terry Gibson
07710 574 837
MKRUFC
Emerson Valley Sports Pavilion
Bowland Drive
Milton Keynes
MK4 2DN
#MKRUGGERFEST
We love food. Good food, made by happy people. If you do too, then you'll love the sumptuous selection of local food vendors we have lined up for you to enjoy throughout the day at MKRUGGERFEST. It wouldn't be a fun day out without amazing ales, a wide selection of local and countrywide ciders and thirst-quenching beers to keep you refreshed whilst the festivities unfold.
Men's Elite Cup: Suitable for elite teams and players on the regular 7s series. Prize Money, Trophies & Sponsor Prizes.
Women's Elite Cup: Suitable for elite teams and players on the regular 7s series. Prize Money, Trophies & Sponsor Prizes.
Men's Open: Suitable for 1st teams and academy players. Prize Money, Trophies & Sponsor Prizes.
Women’s Open: Suitable of teams competing in NC1 and NC2 leagues. Prize Money, Trophies & Sponsor Prizes.
Men's Social: Suitable for teams who are here for the experience rather than taking the comp seriously. May have had a beer or two… Prize Money, Trophies & Sponsor Prizes.
Women’s Social: Suitable for teams competing in NC3 and Inner Warrior matches. Played on a smaller pitch. Perfect for players who may have a drink or two... Prize Money, Trophies & Sponsor Prizes.
Mens Beer / Vets Comp - perfect for vets, beer drinkers, no one taking it seriously or sober, pot belly owners and players who are 'rolling back the years'. Played on a smaller pitch. Prize Money, Trophies & Sponsor Prizes.
Purchase your team entry via credit card below:
Your team entry to participate in the 2026 #MKRUGGERFEST Men’s Elite, Women’s Elite, Men’s Open, Women’s Open, Men’s Social, Women’s Social 7s & the Beer Drinkers / Vets competitions.
Saturday 6th June 2026.
Register & pay for your team via bank transfer below if you do not wish to pay using a credit card using the link above:
There's plenty to do to keep everyone entertained throughout the day at MKRUGGERFEST. As well as the tournament and live music acts, you can enjoy family fun including bouncy castles, fairground rides, face painting, pick n mix and brilliant entertainment all day long.
MKRUFC have been supporting Willen Hospice for a number of years and are proud to be supporting them once more with MK Ruggerfest.
Willen Hospice is a local charity which provides specialist pallative care & support for families. Their vision is to 'be the lasting and thriving provider of free care to all people affected by life-limiting illness in our community'. Help them by coming along to our event and donating what you can to support a great cause.
MKRUFC is a non-profit organisation with the objective of the development of rugby, community and local business within the Milton Keynes area. We aim to provide the local community with the opportunity to play rugby - to support health, well-being and social skills important to maintaining a wholesome lifestyle. We offer coaching and training to children (from 6 years of age) and adults of all abilities.
If you wish to make a donation to the club to allow us to further develop rugby and sport in the region, you may complete the donation on a one off or monthly basis by clicking on the link below or contacting the club chairman, Paul Savill.
MKRUFC
EMERSON VALLEY SPORTS PAVILION
BOWLAND DRIVE
MILTON KEYNES
BUCKINGHAMSHIRE
MK4 2DN
