QUINCY, MA (March 11, 2025) – The New England Free Jacks, back-to-back Major League Rugby (MLR) Champions, are proud to announce Cara Group Travel as the Official Presenting Partner of the St. Patrick’s Day Stout Festival 2025. This partnership unites two organizations that share a passion for community, authenticity, and the celebration of Irish culture in New England.

Taking place at Veterans Memorial Stadium in Quincy, MA, the St. Patrick’s Day Stout Festival is one of the most anticipated events on the Free Jacks’ calendar, blending rugby, live entertainment, and rich Irish heritage into an unforgettable experience for fans. As the Presenting Partner, Cara Group Travel will play a key role in bringing an authentic Irish flair to the festivities while showcasing their expertise in crafting unique travel experiences to Ireland and Northern Ireland for North American groups.

“We’re thrilled to partner with Cara Group Travel to enhance the St. Patrick’s Day Stout Festival in 2025,” said Alex Magleby, CEO of the New England Free Jacks. “Their deep-rooted connection to Ireland and their commitment to creating memorable group travel experiences align perfectly with the Free Jacks’ mission to bring people together through sport and celebration.”

Based in Quincy, MA, with offices in Galway and Belfast, Cara Group Travel specializes in custom travel experiences for groups of 10 or more, offering trips that go beyond the typical tourist experience. With a team composed of Irish and UK natives, Cara Group Travel brings an unmatched level of authenticity to their itineraries, ensuring travelers experience the true heart of Ireland. They have worked with top-tier clients, including coordinating an unforgettable St. Patrick’s Day weekend for The Dropkick Murphys in Dublin.

“We’re proud to partner with the New England Free Jacks and be a part of the St. Patrick’s Day Stout Festival, where Quincy, rugby, Ireland, and travel come together to create the perfect storm. We’ve been long-time partners with The Belfast Giants, the only professional hockey team in Ireland. It’s exciting to now be partnering with a professional rugby team right in our own backyard here in Quincy.” – Sara Stanton, Managing Director

The Free Jacks and Cara Group Travel will collaborate on exclusive promotions and immersive fan experiences leading up to the festival. This partnership underscores the Free Jacks’ commitment to fostering connections that celebrate both New England and global rugby culture.

For more information about the St. Patrick’s Day Stout Festival 2025 and to explore Cara Group Travel’s offerings, visit www.FreeJacks.com and www.caragrouptravel.com.

About the free jacks

The Free Jacks are greater Boston’s explosive and excitable professional rugby team competing in Major League Rugby (MLR), the premier North American professional competition, representing all the greatness of the six New England states on and off the field. The Free Jacks aim to create unforgettable in-person experiences at their home in Quincy, MA, and deliver dynamic digital content that delights and excites fans as a community-centric, world-class entertainment company. The core brand in the portfolio is The New England Free Jacks, the humble, hard-working, free-spirited MLR Champions. We never forget that life is better together, on and off the pitch. For more information, please visit www.FreeJacks.com.

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Based in Quincy, MA, with offices in Galway and Belfast, Cara Group Travel strives to make your group trip 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. With a team composed of Irish and UK natives, Cara Group Travel brings an unmatched level of authenticity to their itineraries, ensuring travelers experience the true heart of Ireland. They have worked with top-tier clients, including coordinating an unforgettable St. Patrick’s Day weekend for The Dropkick Murphys in Dublin.

https://caragrouptravel.com/proud-sponsor-of-the-free-jacks/

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