A massive week of international sports, entertainment and fan experiences will culminate on Saturday, February 28, when the National Rugby League (NRL) returns to Allegiant Stadium.
The expanded event week for Rugby League Las Vegas will deliver the most immersive schedule in the event’s history, bringing together fans, athletes, executives and communities from across the world.
“The NRL’s iconic Las Vegas experience will go to a new level in 2026, with the biggest and most immersive Event Week we’ve ever delivered,” said NRL CEO Andrew Abdo. “We’ve raised the bar on the iconic experiences fans have come to love such as Fan Fest, Fan Hub, the Business of Sport Conference and the NRL Nines, while the addition of the Oz Fest trade fair promises to add a new dimension to what is an incredible week of connectivity between the US, Australia, the UK and the Pacific.“
On game day, fans inside Allegiant Stadium will experience Australian and UK culture both on and off the field, including specialty food offerings never before available at the venue for a sporting event, such as meat pies, sausage rolls, lamb burgers, Tim Tam brownies, and bangers and mash.
A full list of events can be found below:
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25
Clark County School Gala Day – Silver Bowl Park
- In partnership with the Las Vegas Raiders and Clark County School District
- 21 schools, 45 teams, 10 fields
- NRL League Tag clinics, games and NFL Flag Football
- Clark County School Gala Day will run from 9:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Fan Hub & Media Launch – Resorts World Las Vegas
- Player appearances and autograph sessions
- Live radio, TV, and podcast broadcasts
- DJs, entertainment, NRL legends, and U.S. sports stars
- Open Wednesday–Friday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26
OzFest Trade Fair – Resorts World Las Vegas
- Held February 26–27 at Resorts World, OzFest is a two-day showcase of Australian food, wine, beverages, agriculture, sport, and technology for U.S. audiences and international fans from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Highlights include interactive exhibits, fireside chats, esports competitions, media broadcasts, and giveaways.
NRL Vegas 9s – Silver Bowl Park
- Men’s & women’s Premier, Community, and College divisions
- Teams from the U.S., Canada, Australia, and the UK
- Premier Division Final played at Allegiant Stadium
- Partnership with National Collegiate Rugby to identify North American talent for potential NRL pathways
Fan Fest – Fremont Street Experience
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- Live performance by CMT Award-winning country star Dylan Scott
Fan Hub Continues
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 27
Business of Sport Conference – Resorts World Las Vegas
- Third annual conference featuring global leaders in sports, media, and finance
- Attendees from Las Vegas, Australia, the UK, and beyond
Confirmed Speakers Include:
- Sandra Douglas Morgan, President, Las Vegas Raiders
- Andrew N. Liveris AO, President, Brisbane 2032 Olympic & Paralympic Games
- Marc Badain, President, Las Vegas A’s
- Angela Ellis, NFL Media
- Stacy Sonnenberg, Goldman Sachs
- Daniel Kim, NHL
- Peter Hutton, Saudi Pro League / Wembley Stadium Board Member
Jim Jefferies Comedy Show – The Venetian Resort Las Vegas
NRL Vegas 9s Continues
Fan Hub Continues
OzFest Trade Fair Continues
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28
NRL Doubleheader & Super League Matchups – Allegiant Stadium
- Final of the Premier Division (Vegas 9s)
- On-field performance featuring 400 students from the U.S., UK, and Australia
- Stadium menu transformed to feature Australian and UK cuisine
Tickets are available for NRL Las Vegas 2026 and can be purchased online at www.nrl.com/vegas.
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About Rugby League Las Vegas 2026:
Rugby League returns to Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on Saturday, February 28, 2026. Rugby League Las Vegas will kick-off on American soil with the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs taking on the St. George Illawarra Dragons, and the Newcastle Knights going head-to-head with the North Queensland Cowboys. United Kingdom’s Super League will also be joining the fun with the Hull Kingston Rovers going up against the Leeds Rhinos.
For more information about this event, please visit https://www.nrl.com/vegas.
About the National Rugby League (NRL):
The National Rugby League (NRL) is the world’s leading professional Rugby League organization, overseeing elite men’s and women’s competitions across Australia and New Zealand. Its flagship men’s competition features 17 teams, while the women’s league features 12 teams.
The NRL draws approximately three million fans to games annually and reaches more than 100 million viewers worldwide. It also operates some of the sport’s most high-profile events, including the State of Origin series—Australia’s most-watched sporting rivalry—as well as international competitions and national teams.
Beyond competition, the NRL runs the largest community impact program in Australian sport, using the platform of professional athletes to promote health, education, inclusion and positive outcomes for children and young people.
Media Contacts:
Kirvin Doak Communications
National Rugby League
Glenn Jackson, General Manager Media and Communications
