The main game of this year’s festival will be British Army RU vs London Irish XV at 16h00 with the opening match kicking off at 13h30 between local team Rugby Clube de Loulé against Spanish opposition Huelva Rugby Union.

Entrance is free and open to all. The atmosphere is expected to be great with locals and holiday-makers alike watching top-class rugby being played only steps away and pitch-side bars along the side lines.

The games will be held on the two natural grass pitches at Browns located on Caminho dos Golfes in Vilamoura. The doors will open at 12:30. Come early to secure your spot.

The Algarve Rugby Festival is one of the many diverse annual events that make Vilamoura such a dynamic resort, attracting people from all over the world.

Top-notch rugby right here in Vilamoura followed by a great karaoke session at Browns’ Sports Bar, it's an event that simply cannot be missed!

More information can be found via: Browns Sports Resort – (+351) 289 322 740, www.brownssportsresort.com or on the event's official Facebook page: www.facebook.com/algarverugbyfestival