TagFest Brighton 2026

We’re back for round three! Our flagship Tag Rugby tournament returns to Brighton & Hove, bringing together social teams from across the UK for a weekend of Tag, the best vibes, and seaside fun. Whether you’re in it to lift ‘The Tuaca Jug’ or just for the laughs, registrations are now open, so if you want to play don’t delay…both past events have sold out.

WHAT TO EXPECT

• 32+ teams
• 90 minutes of game time
• Pool stages followed by Cup, Plate, Bowl or Shield playoffs
• Social and beginner friendly
• Fancy dress event theme
• Entry included to after party location
• Food stalls and bar onsite
• Travelling teams from all over the UK, Ireland & Europe

FORMAT

• All teams will have a guaranteed game time of 90 minutes
• Maximum of 12 players per squad, maximum of four 1-point scoring players on the pitch at any one time
• Standard 7-a-side Try Tag Rugby rules
• All players must be registered for insurance purposes. Squads must be complete by 20th July
• International cap limits apply. Please see information further down this page.
• Players must be aged 18 or over.

VENUE

Brighton Rugby Club, Waterhall Road, BN1 8YR

• A ten minute drive from Preston Park Station
• Parking available onsite for a small daily charge (please check signs)
• Changing and shower facilities available
• Dogs ARE permitted at this event, bring on the Tag puppers!

ON THE DAY

Teams are welcome to arrive onsite from 10:00 with the first games scheduled to start at 11:00. Play will conclude by 18:00.

Food vendors will be onsite during lunch break and evening presentations ensuring you have lots of delicious options to keep yourself energised between matches. Players are welcome to bring their own snacks. The after-match social will take place in the evening, full details to follow…

Spectators are welcome free of charge at the tournament.

Alcohol will only be served to non-players during the tournament. Once out of the tournament players are able to purchase alcohol. No alcohol will be permitted to be brought on site.

PLAYING KIT

ITF approved Tag Rugby shorts or tights are compulsory, available via card at our shop on the day. A limited number of shorts will also be available to hire on the day.

Details on ITF Approved (Tag Rugby) Shorts / Details on Kit Items not Permitted.

REGISTRATION

Register by 20th July — spaces are limited and will close as soon as we reach capacity!

Team registration is £252 for squads of 12
Individual registration is £26 and we will try to allocate you to an existing team

An international player cap applies for this event. Please see the details below. It is the team’s responsibility to ensure the limit is not exceeded, if you have any queries, please contact us.

INTERNATIONAL PLAYER POINTS

All teams at TagFest Brighton have 4 points maximum.

Players count towards the cap if they:

• Played international Tag Rugby representing a nation in 2025.
• Were named in the 2025 GB Tournament Squad – these players can be found on the International Talent Cap Players for 2026 Events

Point values:

• 1 point – Capped at Open or Seniors level
• 0.5 points – Capped in U22s or Masters level
• 0 points – Capped in Over 50s