Kilsby Jazz Club - Richard Exall's Shooting Stars
Richard Exall's Shooting Stars perform a jazz set at Kilsby Village Hall with refreshments provided by attendees.
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You've passed Clock Tower on your way to work, knowing it’s stood since 1887, but have you noticed the wildfowl at Newbold Quarry Park? That quiet stretch between traffic and noise, where history lies beneath a thicket of old trees.
Rugby's best moments often slip through the cracks. The pop-up market near Caldecott Park or that bandstand concert no one mentioned, easy to miss when real city life happens just off the usual route.
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Events in Rugby This Week
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Macy Gray performs a VIP upgrade event at Warwick Arts Centre in Coventry.
Kilsby Jazz Club - Richard Exall's Shooting Stars
Richard Exall's Shooting Stars perform a jazz set at Kilsby Village Hall with refreshments provided by attendees.
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Upcoming Events by Category
Culture & Arts
Warm Welcome at Rugby Library
Free hands-on art and artefact sessions at Rugby Library as part of the Warm Welcome series.
Giselle
The ballet performance Giselle is staged at Macready Theatre.
Family & Kids
The Queens Diamond Jubilee Centre Family Fun Evening
A family-oriented fun evening event is held at The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Centre.
Nice! Stories And Rhymes With Michael Rosen
Children's author Michael Rosen performs stories and rhymes at Temple Speech Room.
Fitness & Outdoors
Thursday Night Coach Led Run
Coach-led running session meets weekly at a confirmed location.
Get Ready For Another Year of Love Rugby Festival
The Love Rugby Festival returns in June 2026, organized by Rugby Borough Council.
The Couch to 5k Fun Run
The Couch to 5K Fun Run takes place on 5 July 2026 at 9:30am at the Love Rugby Festival.
Nightlife & Music
Samantha Takes to Stage to Celebrate Marilyn Monroe's Centenary in New York
Rugby-born performer Samantha celebrates Marilyn Monroe's centenary with a tribute stage performance in New York.
Manford's Comedy Club With Sara Pascoe
Comedian Sara Pascoe performs stand-up at Manford's Comedy Club during a live show at The Tandem Outdoor Arena.
The Other Side
The Other Side performs at The Porridge, a live music event in Rugby.
Bridgerton Inspired Concert - Rugby
A Bridgerton-themed concert celebrates the Social Season at Rugby Baptist Church.
Shopping & Markets
Love Rugby Festival
A multi-day festival celebrating rugby, arts, culture, and entertainment in Rugby.
Featured Places in Rugby
Sports Facility
Caludon Castle Sports CentreCaludon Castle Sports Centre is a multi-use sports facility on Caludon Road in Rugby, Coventry.
View Info →Fish And Chips Shop
Dhillon's PlaiceDhillon's Plaice is a family-run fish and chips shop on Avon Street in Wyken, Coventry.
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Dilruba Indian Restaurant RugbyDilruba Indian Restaurant Rugby has been serving traditional Indian food on Market Place since its founding.
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G Force Martial ArtsYou can find G Force Martial Arts on Rugby Street in Rugby, serving as a consistent hub for fitness and self-improvement through structured martial arts training.
View Info →Coffee Shop
Giardino 14Giardino 14 is a cafe on Bond Street in Nuneaton, just steps from Nuneaton Train Station.
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Things to do in Rugby
You can find live music at Junction One Retail Park, family activities around Caldecott Park and Market Place, seasonal markets such as the Christmas market, food events like the Warwickshire Food & Drink Fair, and cultural programmes hosted locally. Activities in Rugby include walks along the Grand Union Canal near High Street or visits to Newbold Quarry Park for wildlife viewing.
Events in Rugby span weekly markets at Market Place, monthly Farmer's Markets, seasonal festivals such as the Rugby Festival of Lights held around Clock Tower, and community events including the Dunchurch Statue Dressing. Other activities cover Culture & Arts through exhibitions at Caldecott Park or local galleries, Fitness & Outdoors with walks in Swift Valley Nature Reserve and Draycote Water, while Family & Kids programmes take place during school holidays.
The site helps readers find what’s happening by listing events this week and events this weekend across categories including food & drink, Shopping & Markets, culture & arts, Nightlife & Music (where available), fitness & outdoors, and local guides. venues like Clocktowers, Market Place, Caldecott Park, High Street near the canal path or Bilton’s village centre serve as regular hubs for these gatherings.
Common Rugby Questions
What kinds of events happen in Rugby during the week?
Rugby hosts a range of weekly and recurring events across categories such as Food & Drink, Culture & Arts, Shopping & Markets, Family & Kids, Fitness & Outdoors, and Nightlife & Music. The town’s central Market Place features a regular market day with locally sourced goods and artisan crafts. Seasonal programmes include family workshops at the Rugby Art Gallery and Museum during holiday periods, while community hangouts like weekly knitting sessions offer informal gatherings.
Where do most events take place in Rugby?
Most events occur across key areas of Central Rugby and surrounding neighbourhoods such as Market Place, Clocktowers, High Street, Caldecott Park, Newbold Quarry Park, Draycote Water, Junction One Retail Park, Hillmorton Road Ruins, Webb Ellis Statue site (near Rugby School), The Queen’s Gates at The Close, St Andrew’s Church and the historic grounds of Rugby School.
Are there family-friendly things to do in Rugby?
Yes. Families can enjoy green spaces like Caldecott Park with its playgrounds, bandstand concerts, floral displays and a children's activities programme; Draycote Water offers picnic spots, nature trails, fishing, sailing and outdoor play areas. The Swift Valley Nature Reserve provides walking routes through woodlands and wetlands ideal for birdwatching.
What nightlife and music events happen in Rugby?
Nightlife is limited but notable venues like 147 Nightclub host regular themed evenings including live performances by tribute bands such as 'The Total Stone Roses' or 'Eminem Experience' on weekends. These are listed under the Nightlife & Music category, occurring at locations with available space for entertainment and late events.
How can I find events happening this week or this weekend in Rugby?
To discover what’s on during the current week or over the upcoming weekend, use The City Brief's dedicated listings: browse by event categories including Family & Kids, Nightlife & Music; filter venues like Caldecott Park, Junction One Retail Park, Newbold Quarry Park and Webb Ellis Statue. Use our guides to find seasonal happenings at landmarks such as Rugby School Museum or St Andrew’s Church, each week’s programme is updated for evergreen relevance with no date-specific claims.