The Coffs Coast is preparing to take centre stage this April, with the highly anticipated Coffs Coast Festival of Rugby set to deliver a four-day celebration of the game from 4\u201312 April 2026.<\/p>\n
Delivered by NSW Rugby in partnership with the City of Coffs Harbour and Mid North Coast Rugby Union, the festival will bring together elite international talent, emerging players, and grassroots participants in one of the most comprehensive rugby events staged in regional New South Wales.<\/p>\n
A festival that showcases every level of the game<\/p>\n
The Coffs Coast Festival of Rugby is designed to connect the full rugby ecosystem \u2014 from international competition through to community participation.<\/p>\n
Across the four days, the program will feature:<\/p>\n
International fixtures involving teams from Japan, Fiji and AustraliaA headline match under lights at C.ex Coffs International StadiumJunior tournaments and development pathwaysWomen\u2019s rugby competitionsGolden Oldies matches for veteran playersCommunity activations and Rugby For Good initiatives<\/p>\n
The festival will welcome thousands of players, volunteers and spectators, reinforcing the strength of rugby across regional NSW while creating a vibrant, inclusive event for all ages.<\/p>\n
International rugby meets regional Australia<\/p>\n
A key highlight of the festival is the international match day experience, with fixtures showcasing rising Australian talent alongside global opposition.<\/p>\n
Fans can expect a full evening of rugby action, including:<\/p>\n
Fiji vs Australian representative sideJapan U23 vs Australia U20<\/p>\n
All played under lights at the region\u2019s premier venue, creating a major-event atmosphere on the Mid North Coast.<\/p>\n
Fixtures<\/p>\n
4 April – Grafton v Australian Stockman \u2013 Grafton Rugby Club \u2013 13:00 kick off (local time)4 April – Japan U23 v Fiji U20 \u2013 Grafton Rugby Club \u2013 15:00 kick off (local time)8 April – Japan U23 v Australian Stockman \u2013 Verge Street Oval, Kempsey \u2013 15:00 kick off (local time)8 April – Australian U20 v Fiji U20 \u2013 Verge Street Oval, Kempsey \u2013 17:00 kick off (local time)
\n11 April – Fiji U20 v Australian Stockman – Coffs International Stadium \u2013 17:00 kick off (local time)11 April – Australian U20 v Japan U23 – Coffs International Stadium \u2013 19:00 kick off (local time)<\/p>\n
Fans who can\u2019t make it to the Mid North Coast won\u2019t miss a moment, with all matches live streamed on NSW Rugby TV.<\/p>\n
From Grafton to Kempsey and into Coffs Harbour, every fixture will be broadcast, giving supporters across the state the opportunity to see some of the up and coming Australia, Fiji and Japanese talent.<\/p>\n
NSW Rugby TV continues to connect communities, clubs and fans – and the Coffs Coast Festival of Rugby is set to be one of the platform\u2019s premier events in 2026.<\/p>\n