What's on at Kingspan Stadium | Ulster v Vodacom Bulls

Ulster Rugby returns to action this weekend, taking on Vodacom Bulls at Kingspan Stadium on Sunday evening (kick-off 5pm). This is our first home game on our newly installed 3G pitch.
Fan Zone

Gates open at 3.30pm on Sunday afternoon, and the Ulster Rugby Fan Zone will be buzzing very shortly after.

As soon as you arrive, look out for our Welcome Team who will greet you with free Ulster Rugby flags to get you in the spirit. Arrive early, as flags may run out. Then, head over to the Fan Zone to sample a variety of cuisines while the Cool FM crew sets the tone with their pre-match playlist.

Sunday’s game will be our annual Halloween fixture, with lots of Halloween fun planned. The Nevin Spence Centre will host a range of Halloween-themed games and face painters. Keep a look out in the Fan Zone for our Halloween characters roaming around, as well as Logy the Fire performer!

Keep an eye out for our team mascot Sparky, who will be out and about the Fan Zone pre-match and in position around the stadium bowl during the game.

Kukri Store

Be sure to visit the Kukri Store located in the Fan Zone if you need any last-minute Ulster Rugby clothing or accessories, or just want to pick up a souvenir from your visit.

With plenty of Halloween activities happening, we recommend arriving early to enjoy the spooktacular pre-match events in Kingspan Stadium!

Don't have your match tickets yet? No problem! Click the link below to secure your seats and join us for an unforgettable evening of rugby!

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Food Village

Located within the Fan Zone, supporters have a choice of a variety of cuisines from fish & chips to burritos, and pizza. Sweet treats such as Dinky Donuts and freshly made crepes are also on offer along with teas, coffees and hot chocolate drinks.

Kingspan Try-Cycle Challenge

Check out the Kingspan Try-Cycle Challenge - see how many metres you can make in one minute and try to earn your place on the leaderboard! Prizes at the end of the season include an away trip with the team.

Public Bars

All five stadium public bars will be open from 3:30 pm with live music from The Steve Watters Duo in the Clubhouse Bar both pre and post-match.

\*Please note the Food Village, Kukri Store and public bars only accept contactless payments.

Build up to Kick-off

Take your seat or place in the terrace around 15 minutes prior to kick-off and enjoy the big match build-up with Pete Snodden from Cool FM. Around 4:55 pm our lights show will begin inside the stadium bowl building up the atmosphere for the teams running out.

Half-Time AbbeyAutoline Ball Giveaway

Supporters in the AbbeyAutoline Family Stand - keep an eye out at half-time for John Cooney along side Sparky and Abbey the Bee, tossing mini rugby balls into the crowd!

Player Meet and Greet

Around 15 minutes after full-time, members of the Ulster playing squad will be available for selfies and autographs at the players' entrance at the back of the Grandstand.

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Stadium Map
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Match-Night Experience

Here’s what you can expect from a match night at Kingspan Stadium…

For more information on what you can expect at a typical Ulster Rugby fixture at Kingspan Stadium, view our Match Day Guide.