PWR fixture between Harlequins and Leicester Tigers to kick off Big Game 16

Harlequins are proud to launch the 16th edition of Big Game this Christmas with a blockbuster double header confirmed against Leicester Tigers at the home of English rugby, the recently re-branded Allianz Stadium - Twickenham.

Big Game is the biggest annual club rugby event in the world and is delivered in partnership with Charles Stanley Wealth Managers who are partners of Big Game. Big Game 16 promises to be our biggest and best yet, with two spectacular rugby matches, world-class entertainment, another World Record attendance expected and a fun-filled afternoon for the whole family.

Harlequins CEO Laurie Dalrymple said: “Big Game 15 was without doubt our biggest and most popular Big Game event ever. The combination of brilliant rugby, an incredible laser light show and pre-match entertainment in bowl, alongside a packed event day for all ages delivered record feedback. We can’t wait to unveil what we believe will take Big Game to new heights this Christmas!”

Harlequins Women v Leicester Tigers Saturday 28 December, KO 15:00, Allianz Stadium - Twickenham

Harlequins Women kick-off the festivities with a highly anticipated clash with Leicester Tigers. Both sides went head-to-head in the PWR last season with Quins winning both fixtures, outscoring Leicester 24-33 at Mattioli Woods Welford Road before an impressive 47-12 win at The Stoop.

With the Rugby World Cup in England just 12 months away, we’re calling on fans to show their support for the exciting growth of women’s rugby, with another World Record crowd expected for Big Game 16. Last season 16,237 fans watched Harlequins take on Gloucester-Hartpury, and this year the Club aspires to a crowd of 20,000 to make it the largest ever for a women’s club rugby union match. With ex-Quin Amy Cokayne in the Tigers ranks, it promises to be a competitive and exciting match.

Harlequins Men v Leicester Tigers Saturday 28 December, KO 18:00, Allianz Stadium - Twickenham

Harlequins Men and Leicester Tigers meet for the third time at Big Game, with the previous matches finishing all square on both occasions (26-26 at Big Game 1 and 30-30 at Big Game 12). The two sides also went head-to-head in the famous 2012 Aviva Premiership Final with Quins clinching the title with a 30-23 win in front of a packed Twickenham crowd.

Last season featured two enthralling encounters, with Quins winning 25-29 at Mattioli Woods Welford Road, before Leicester clinched a 19-20 victory at The Stoop. Supporters can expect another fierce contest with Leicester under the stewardship of Michael Cheika taking on a Quins side who have lost just two of their last 18 matches at Allianz Stadium - Twickenham.

Members Priority Window Open:

Tickets are now on priority sale to Harlequins Season Ticket Members to claim their seat as part of their Membership and to purchase any additional discounted guest tickets.

Early Bird tickets, with a significant discount across all tickets in all categories, are available within the Members’ window and with only 10,000 tickets available, are expected to sell-out quickly once General Sale opens from 11:00 on Tuesday 17 September.

Early Bird remains the best price to secure seats, including for group bookings. Group Discounts will also be available for groups of 10+ once the Early Bird window closes. As a result, with General Sale tickets from just £36 adult and £23 Under 18, Big Game remains a great value day out for the whole family to enjoy.

Quins Corner and Pride Corner:

Following huge success at last season’s Big Summer Kick-Off, the Club have launched the return of two specific seating areas for passionate Harlequins Members and supporters to sit together, to create a “home away from home” atmosphere. Quins Corner for passionate home supporters and Pride Corner for supporters wishing to share their support for the LGBTQ+ community were the two fastest selling areas at last season’s Big Summer Kick-Off fixture.

To sit in Quins Corner, be sure to book in Blocks L28 / 29 / L30 in the Lower Tier, M37 / M38 / M39 in the Middle Tier, or U37 / U38 / U39 in the Upper Tier. Keep an eye out for information on Quinssa’s Member Bar, located next to Quins Corner, by signing up to Quinssa’s mailing list at www.quinssa.org.uk.

Pride Corner is located in the adjacent Block M40, supporting our Official LGBTQ+ Supporters Association Quins Pride, our Inclusivity Partner Kings Cross Steelers and our wider LGBTQ+ community, providing a safe a welcoming environment for all.

Expect World Class Entertainment:

As well as seeing your favourite rugby players on the famous Twickenham turf, the Club are excited to shortly reveal another huge headline music act to perform ahead of kick-off. Big Game 15 saw an electric performance from global DJ Joel Corry, fresh in the footsteps of recent Big Game/Big Summer Kick-Off performers DJ Pete Tong, Faithless, Jess Glynne, Craig David and Kaiser Chiefs over the past three years.

The West Fan Village will once again be packed with a wide range of food and drink options as well as free fairground rides and activities for all the family to enjoy. Big Game delivers the perfect festive day out for friends and family alike.

Member Priority Access Now Available:

Click here to secure the best seats in the house in the exclusive Season Ticket Member Priority Window. As well as your free Members ticket*, Season Ticket Members now have access to TWO additional tickets at a 25% discount (previously limited to one). Debenture Holders benefit from a 50% discount. *Member Upgrades available.

We recommend that Members book early to secure the best seats, given that ticket demand will once again be high. However, Members can claim their seats and discounted guest tickets up to the deadline of Friday 27 December, at 12:00, after which all tickets will need to be purchased at full price.

Early Bird Tickets Available Soon:

Be a part of the action and register your interest here for discounted Early Bird tickets in all categories, available from 11:00 Tuesday 17 September. Early Bird price tickets are the best value tickets available for a limited period with just 10,000 available and expected to sell out quickly.

Community Club Tickets:

Harlequins remain committed to inspiring future generations of players from our community and once again are offering a special offer to the network of over 70 Affiliate Community Clubs, with Category 2 tickets available for Category 3 prices. Affiliate Clubs will be contacted by their Harlequins Community contact to utilise the special offer, with over 8,000 tickets allocated for community clubs.

Big Game FAQs:

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