Tigers in the Park is back this weekend and we’re expecting thousands of fans to join us for our pre-match celebrations ahead of opening match of the season on Sunday.

Our free annual event on Nelson Mandela Park is now in its seventh year and will be jam-packed with activities, entertainment and refreshments for all the family.

Gates open from 11.00am.

Here’s our guide to some of the attractions and timings:

11.00     Welcome announcements

11.10     Mr & Mrs Danger Part 1, demonstration area

11.25     Announcements/Player Q&A    

11.35     The Smarties, stage

12.05     Announcements             

12.10     Party games with Welford in front of stage

12.15     Mr & Mrs Danger Part 2, demonstration Area

12.30     Announcements/Player Q&A                    

12.40     Bhangra Group, stage

12.50     Announcements/Player Q&A    

1.00     Mr & Mrs Danger Part 3, demonstration area

1.20     Announcements             

1.25     Party games with Welford in front of stage

1.35     Vegas Showgirls, stage

1.45     Welcome to our club charities

2.00     Original Movements dance group, demonstration area

2.05     Announcements/Player Q&A

2.15     Tabi Gervis, stage

2.40     Bhangra procession out of the park towards the stadium    

Fans will also be able to visit a special ‘125 years at Welford Road’ exhibit on the plaza as well as chat to members of the Leicester Tigers Wheelchair Rugby team.

Enjoy all of the attractions at Tigers In The Park but please leave enough time to get to your place in the stadium ahead of kick-off. Supporters in the Holland & Barrett Stand will be asked to play their part in celebrating the anniversary just ahead of kick-off. We ask all fans to reach their seats before 2.50pm to share in this.

Match tickets are still available for Sunday, priced from £18 adults and £8 juniors. Book in person at Welford Road or phone 0116 319 8888 (option 2). The office is open 9.00am-5.00pm Monday-Saturday and from 9.00am this Sunday. or book online any time.