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Kingspan Stadium is a state-of-the-art sporting facility and home of Ulster Rugby.
Ulster Rugby is a professional rugby team based in Belfast, representing the Ulster Branch of the Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU). Located in Kingspan Stadium (formerly known as Ravenhill) on the outskirts of the city centre, the Ulster Rugby team deliver thrilling displays of world class rugby to match-night visitors while day visitors can enjoy pre-booked tours of the stadium and the Nevin Spence Centre.
Match Night Buzz
With an average match night attendance of 16,000 fans during the season, which runs from August to May each year, Kingspan Stadium has become the place to be for an afternoon or evening out in Belfast. The Ulster squad, made up of both local and international players, compete against not only the best clubs in Europe but also South African opposition in a Pool and Conference based system, respectively.
The atmosphere at Kingspan Stadium is one that is treasured by both the home fans and the players – we invite you to join the chorus of fans singing the team's anthem 'Stand Up For The Ulstermen' in tune to the resident brass band and experience it for yourself!
Family-Friendly Experience
As well as live sporting entertainment, there is also a wide range of activities for fans of all ages to enjoy, from player signing sessions and live music performed by local artists to inflatable games and street performers.
At the heart of the Fan Zone you’ll find a range of street food trucks where you can indulge in the best of local hospitality and visit one of seven sports bars.
You can keep up-to-date with all the latest news from Ulster Rugby on the website and social media. Find Ulster Rugby on SnapChat - search for Ulster Rugby.
Match Night Buzz
With an average match night attendance of 16,000 fans during the season, which runs from August to May each year, Kingspan Stadium has become the place to be for an afternoon or evening out in Belfast. The Ulster squad, made up of both local and international players, compete against not only the best clubs in Europe but also South African opposition in a Pool and Conference based system, respectively.
The atmosphere at Kingspan Stadium is one that is treasured by both the home fans and the players – we invite you to join the chorus of fans singing the team's anthem 'Stand Up For The Ulstermen' in tune to the resident brass band and experience it for yourself!
Family-Friendly Experience
As well as live sporting entertainment, there is also a wide range of activities for fans of all ages to enjoy, from player signing sessions and live music performed by local artists to inflatable games and street performers.
At the heart of the Fan Zone you’ll find a range of street food trucks where you can indulge in the best of local hospitality and visit one of seven sports bars.
You can keep up-to-date with all the latest news from Ulster Rugby on the website and social media. Find Ulster Rugby on SnapChat - search for Ulster Rugby.
Top Reasons To Visit
- Experience the thrill and excitement of live sporting action on match nights
- Enjoy local food and drink during match nights
- Indulge your curiosity with a stadium tour and visit to the Nevin Spence Centre
- Benefit from a family friendly environment
- Official merchandise shop onsite
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Fascinating Stadium Tours
In addition to live sporting entertainment, Ulster Rugby also offer fascinating behind-the-scenes tours of the stadium and the cultural Nevin Spence Centre to pre-booked, day visitors.
Covering all four stands, The Ulster Rugby Visitor Experience provides a full overview of the stadium, from the historic Memorial Arch to the new public art installation. Supporters will visit the state-of-the-art 7,000 square foot gym used by the professional team, step inside the home and away changing rooms and walk through the tunnel to sit pitch side in the dugouts.
The tour continues with the The Nevin Spence Centre, where visitors can make their way through at their own pace. This fascinating interactive education and heritage museum, named in memory of the former player, tells the story of the growth of rugby in Ulster and Ireland through a variety of interactive games and innovative displays and is an experience not to be missed when visiting Kingspan Stadium.
To book your Ulster Rugby Visitor Experience ticket now visit www.ulsterrugby.com/tourtickets. Group discounts are available to school, youth, community and tour groups, as well as the option to add on a range of educational workshops to your visit if arranged in advance. For more information, please email tours@ulsterrugby.com.
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Inclusive Events
Ulster Rugby offers something for all ages in a safe, family-friendly environment and with years of experience of delivering world class events you are guaranteed a warm welcome and a fantastic experience.
Ulster Rugby welcomes groups of all ages and sizes to Kingspan Stadium. Prices for match-night group tickets apply to all PRO14 Category B games and start at £10 for a child, £13 for a student and £15 for an adult. For more information, please contact the Ulster Rugby Ticket Office on tickets@ulsterrugby.com.
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