It’s a kind of magic weekend
DACIA Magic Weekend returns to Newcastle for the fourth successive year this weekend and as well as the action on the pitch, there is loads of fun off it too.
Yes, the Royal Wedding isn’t the only big event taking place tomorrow, as that will also be the first day of the massive competition which will see teams from across the country do battle on the St James’ Park pitch.
And of course where there’s ruby teams, there are also rugby fans, with hordes of them expected to make the trip to Tyneside.
And just like in years gone by, there’ll be a dedicated Fan Zone for them to soak the pre and post-match atmosphere in.
Here’s a guide... WHERE WILL THE MAGIC WEEKEND FAN ZONE BE?
The ever-popular Fanzone will once again be open to thesouth of the stadium, opposite the Sandman hotel. WHAT WILL BE THERE
Dacia will be joined by ambassadors Paul Sculthorpe MBE and Kylie Leuluai to put fans through their paces by testing reactions with their ‘catch me quick’ game.
Batchelors will unveil their brand-new passing game alongside popular High Striker game, to challenge fans’ accuracy and strength.
And Northern will be sorting the wheat from the chaff with their nerve-jangling Buzz Wire game.
Meanwhile Patient Claim Line will place fans in the shoes of the referee to see if they can cut it at the top level, with the decisionmaking game and all new spinning wheel.
ManVan will be offering free drinks, haircuts and beard trims exclusively to Our League members, as well as advice on dealing with mental health issues.
Sky Sports FanVan - Scott Quinnell is travelling around Europe in his Sky Sports FanVan motorhome and is bringing it to Magic Weekend to meet and talk rugby with fans tomorrow.
The Fan Zone will also be welcoming a Dacia Magic Weekend merchandise unit and stalls from RL Cares, Odd Balls, Newcastle Thunder, Rhino Rugby League and many more. WHEN WILL IT BE OPEN?
Hosted by Alex Simmons from RugbyAM, the Fan Zone will be Saturday 11am – 6.30pm and Sunday 11am – 5pm.