On Island Time
Summer Kickoff at Fort Quincy
SUNDAY, JUNE 7
- 🏉 Summer Rugby Showdown
- 🌞 A Summer Festival Atmosphere
- 🍹 Summer Sips
- 🎶 Live Music
- 🐾 Community & Cause
- 🏉 All-Jacks Exhibition
- 🎉 Fan Zone & Experiences
Free Jacks vs. CHICAGO HOUNDS
June 7 • 2:00 PM • Veterans Memorial Stadium
Clock Out. Kick Off.
Summer starts here.
The Free Jacks bring the beach to Quincy for On Island Time, a laid-back, high-energy matchday built around sunshine, music, and pure summer vibes. It is your invitation to slow down, settle in, and enjoy rugby the way it was meant to be.
Tickets are on sale now. Step into summer.
festival highlights
Summer Rugby Showdown
The Free Jacks take on the Chicago Hounds in a Sunday matchup at Fort Quincy, with kickoff set for 4:00 PM on June 7.
Close out the regular season with a fast-paced, open game that matches the energy of the day.
A Summer Festival Atmosphere
From the moment gates open, Fort Quincy transforms into a summer escape.
With activations like Touch a Truck, youth flag rugby, and fan-focused experiences across the grounds, the day is built to feel like a day at the beach.
Summer Sips
The tasting experience leans fully into the season with Summer Sips, featuring refreshing options from partners like Shovel Town.
It is designed to keep things light, crisp, and perfect for a day in the sun.
Community & Cause
This matchday highlights community partners including the Animal Rescue League of Boston and local organizations supporting animal welfare.
From donation drives to in-game moments, the day reflects the connection between the club and the community it represents, with opportunities for fans to engage and give back throughout the experience.
All-Jacks Exhibition
As part of the day’s programming, the All-Jacks exhibition match showcases the broader Free Jacks community, creating access and opportunity while bringing even more rugby to the field.
It is a celebration of the game at every level, highlighting pathways, participation, and the shared love of rugby across generations.
Fan Zone & Experiences
The Fan Zone leans all the way into island time. Places to post up, things to wander into, and no real pressure to do anything but enjoy where you are.
Exclusive matchday merchandise will be available on-site, with pieces that feel like something you picked up on a trip you didn’t plan but won’t forget.
exclusive matchday merch
Shop limited-edition festival merchandise available only at Fort Quincy and commemorate the start of a new campaign in style.
