TIRF Etobicoke Summer Festival

On Thursday, August 10, TIRF was in Etobicoke to host a FREE End of Summer Festival. The full day festival took place at the Centennial Park Stadium Arena and was full of outdoor rugby-orientated games, and carnival-inspired activities that left summer campers with a truly memorable summer camp experience.

The day was designed with age- and skill- appropriate activities for girls and boys between the ages of 6 to 12 to play games like: flag tag, flag rugby, and ultimate rugby. Check out some of our stellar photos below or read our frequently asked questions.

 

THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS:
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TIRF Etobicoke Summer Festival
When: Thursday, August 10, 2017

Where: Centennial Park Arena,
56 Centennial Park Rd,
Etobicoke, ON M9C 5N3

PUBLIC TRANSIT

TTC bus routes that travel to Centennial Park are:
Royal York Station: Bus #48
Kipling Station:  Bus #112
Eglington Sation: Bus #32A

 

 

Schedule:
10:00 – 10:30 am:      Camp arrival and registration
10:45 am:                   Introductions and opening statements
11:00 am:                   Activities begin

*Lunch integrated into activities schedule*

2:25  – 2:40 pm:          Awards ceremony and closing remarks
2:45 pm:                     Day concludes

 

 

 

 

FAQs:

• What is the TIRF Etobicoke Summer Festival? – a communal gathering of summer camps and community members from across Etobicoke to celebrate and promote the sport of rugby, as well as healthy living though an active lifestyles. A variety of fun and inclusive activities will run throughout the day, and prizes will be awarded.
• Will food be provided? — Snacks: yes. Lunch: please bring your own
• Water? – Yes, city is sending H20 to GO truck
• What should kids bring? – Sunscreen, reusable water bottle if they have, running shoes and athletic clothes
• What activities will be there? Variety of both rugby-focused and multi-sport games, and  activities such as face-painting, temporary tattooing, and a bouncy castle!
• Is rugby dangerous? All games are fully non-contact, and First Aid volunteers will be on site as a precaution for any minor injuries.