MLR ROUND 5
free jacks take on NOLA GOLD

For the second year in a row, NOLA Gold finds themselves in the heart of New England’s St. Patrick’s Day celebrations—but the Free Jacks plan to make sure their visit is anything but lucky. In a matchup fueled by history and intensity, New England will look to defend home turf against their Eastern Conference rivals in front of a roaring, green-clad crowd. With both teams eyeing a crucial early-season victory, expect big hits, fast-paced rugby, and an electric festival atmosphere as the Free Jacks take the fight to NOLA once again.

stout fest

Raise a pint and embrace the spirit of Ireland at the 2025 Stout Fest, where rich, bold flavors take center stage! This year’s lineup features an incredible selection of stouts, and craft brews. 

Whether you’re a seasoned stout enthusiast or just looking to sip something to drink, the 2025 Stout Fest is the ultimate celebration. Grab a glass, enjoy the festival vibes, and let the good times flow! 🍻

fAN ZONE

STOUT! Throw your hands up and STOUT! Aye aye aye aye! 🍀🍻

Comb out the ginger wig, throw on some green, and get ready for New England’s biggest and best Irish Heritage Celebration!

Settle into the festivities with a pint (or two) at Stout Fest, where you can sample rich, bold brews from Ireland and beyond. Then, dance a jig and soak in the sounds of live Irish music as the festival comes alive with Celtic spirit.

And after all that reeling, make sure to grab a bite—because nothing pairs better with a stout than some legendary festival eats!

heritage cup presented by cara group travel

The New England Free Jacks are thrilled to unite the club rugby community once again this spring! As part of our 2025 St. Patrick’s Day Festival, the Heritage Cup will spotlight the incredible talent and passion within New England’s club rugby scene. We encourage all club supporters and team members to proudly wear their colors in the stands as we pack Veterans Memorial Stadium for a full day of rugby, camaraderie, and celebration. After the Heritage Cup action, stick around to cheer on the Free Jacks as they take on NOLA Gold in a high-energy showdown!

academy combine presented by cara group travel

MERCH & COSTUMES

COSTUMES IDEAS:
– Go Green
– St Paddy’s Days
– Leprechauns

round 8 match day program

Check out the Match Day Program! 
Everything you need to know about the Free Jacks Match, the festival happenings and so much more!

cara group travel

At Cara Group Travel, we’re all about making your group travel to Ireland and Northern Ireland as special and authentic as possible. We focus on creating custom experiences for groups of 10 or more from North America who seek something more genuine and memorable, beyond the typical, inauthentic trips offered by today’s DIY social media travel agents.

Based in Quincy, Massachusetts, with offices in Galway and Belfast, we are truly an Irish company at heart. Our founder hails from County Mayo, and with nearly half of our team from Ireland or the UK, you can always expect a bit of Irish charm and maybe even a fun accent on the other end of the line!

One of our most unforgettable trips was bringing The Dropkick Murphys from Boston to Dublin for an epic St. Patrick’s Day weekend. The energy was through the roof, the band was amazing, and the fans made the experience even more incredible. It’s moments like these that remind us why we do what we do.

At Cara Group Travel, we constantly strive to provide our groups with a caring, industry-leading service. Connection, innovation, and trust are the cornerstones that fuel our future. 

From all of us here at Cara Group Travel, sláinte