Tigers in the Park has returned to open the first home match of the 2017-2018 season as Tigers take on Bath Rugby. The event takes place prior to match kick-off and is FREE for all supporters to attend.
Date: Sunday, September 3, 2017.
Time: 11am - 3pm.
Location: Nelson Mandela Park (opposite Welford Road Stadium).
This year’s Tigers in the Park forms part of the club’s celebrations to mark 125 years at Welford Road, with Tigers mascot Welford hosting a birthday party. Come join us for fun activities and live entertainment before heading into the stadium to cheer on the boys!
Entertainment:
- The Smarties - A local Leicestershire three piece band who play a wide range of popular songs across the decades covering a number of genres including rock, blues, indie and pop. (11.35am)
- Mr & Mrs Danger - Thrilling duo performance act known for playing with fire, knife juggling and their Bed of Nails. (11.10am - Part 1, 12.15pm - Part 2 and 1.05pm - Part 3)
- GabhruPanjabDe Bhangra - GPD have performed at Welford Road many times before and are back to entertain the crowd once again with their traditional bhangra dancing. (12.45pm and procession out of the park at 2.40pm)
- Impact Dance Group Showgirls - Bringing the wow factor to this year's Tigers in the Park (1.35pm)
- Original Movements - A local hip hop dance academy based in Hinckley. (2.00pm)
- Player Q&A - Catch up with some of this year's current players as we look ahead to what is in store for the 2017-2018 season. (11.25am, 12.05pm, 12.55pm and 2.05pm)
- Tabi Gervis - Talented young singer who was recently featured on The Voice Kids as part of Pixie Lott's team and advanced to the Battle Rounds. (2.15pm)
Other Activities:
- Go Karts
- Bouncy Castle
- Giant Inflatable Slide
- Laser Tag
- Trampolines
- Inflatable Obstacle Course
- Climbing Wall
- Petting Farm
- Leicester Tigers Maul
- Party Games with Welford for Tigers Gear
Sponsors Attending:
- 3AAA
- Fischer Future Heat
- Holland & Barrett
- Mattioli Woods
- Nottingham Building Society
- STIHL
- Thomas Cook
Match tickets are on sale starting from £18 adults and £8 juniors. Book your place today online or call the Tigers Ticket Office on 0116 319 8888 (option 2).