BokPark or Boktown: just get behind the Boks!

Not going to make it to England to support the Bokke during the Rugby World Cup? And got those FOMO rugby blues?

Not too worry, the next best thing to being right there in the stands, is taking place at BokPark at Birchwood Hotel and OR Tambo Conference Centre in Boksburg. Or visit Boktown at Gold Reef City.

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BokPark will replicate the experience of being in the stands of the Rugby World Cup with an entire section of the hotel grounds being converted into a supporters-themed park for Bok fans, complete with a giant 20 square meter LED screen and numerous 50” screens with surround sound.

BokPark will host all four Springbok pool games, taking place on September 19 and 26, and October 3 and 7, the quarters, semi-finals and the final.

For R100, which includes entry into BokPark and a free glass of wine or beer, fans can sit back in the attractive gardens of Birchwood together with other rugby fans, enjoying the atmosphere, drinks and meals at reduced rates.

Braai packs will also be on sale with braai facilities in the gardens.

The fun starts at noon on match day with live entertainment provided by a host of SA acts, including Gerhard Steyn, Rooies, Cordelia, Gert Koevert, Hennie Jacobs and Beeskraal. A safe and fun kiddies park is also available, making BokPark the perfect venue for the whole family to cheer our team on to victory.

To book tickets, visit www.itickets.co.za or visit www.birchwoodhotel.co.za.

Gold Reef City

Absa Boktown is on its way to Gold Reef City, offering loyal South African rugby supporters a piece of the action on the big screen. The event is set to feature a stellar line-up of great games and good times.

Rugby fans can look forward to appearances from their favourite rugby legends, live music, fabulous food, loads of cool give-aways and spot prizes.

With a capacity to hold over 600 people, Gold Reef City’s Theme Park Town Square will play host to Absa Boktown throughout the Rugby World Cup. The area includes The Giant Wheel and Kiddies Corner for the duration of every game, which means that watching the game with the family in a theme park will provide endless hours of fun for both adults and children.

The rugby fixtures are:

September 19: Springboks vs Japan (5.45pm kick-off). Doors open from 4pm.

September 26: Springboks vs Samoa (5.45pm kick-off). Doors open from 4pm.

September 26: England vs Wales (9pm kick-off). Doors open from 7pm.

October 3: Springboks vs Scotland (5.45pm kick-off). Doors open from 4pm.

October 3: England vs Australia (9pm kick-off). Doors open from 7pm.

October 7: Springboks vs USA (5.45pm kick-off). Doors open from 4pm.

October 31: Final (5pm kick-off). Doors open from 3pm.

Tickets cost R30 a person and are available from Computicket.com. Tickets include a complimentary SAB beer or soft drink and R5 of every ticket sold will be donated to the Let’s Play Foundation.