Watch the NRL Las Vegas Season Opener at the Prince of Wales Hotel! 🏉🍻

Rugby league fans, get ready for a world-first sporting event like no other! The NRL is heading to Las Vegas, and the Prince of Wales Hotel Ipswich is the ultimate place to catch all the action LIVE.

Join us on Sunday, March 1st, for an unmissable day of footy, beers, and big hits as four powerhouse teams kick off the 2025 NRL season from Sin City!

Why Watch at the Prince of Wales Hotel?

🍻 Cold Beers & Game-Day Specials – Get stuck into ice-cold pints and great deals on your favourite drinks while watching the footy.

📺 Live & Loud Atmosphere – With big screens and full sound, there’s no better place in Ipswich to feel the NRL excitement.

🏆 Game-Day Raffles & Giveaways – Win awesome prizes just by being here!

🍔 Game-Day Food Specials – Grab a juicy burger, parmy, or steak while you soak up the action.

🏉 NRL’s Biggest Global Event – Celebrate the NRL’s first-ever Las Vegas extravaganza with mates, footy, and an atmosphere like no other!

Las Vegas NRL dates and kick-off times

Sunday March 1st – 11:00AM Bris gmt 10.30+

Canberra Raiders vs new zealand warriors

Sunday march 1st – 3:30pm Bris gmt 10.30+

Penrith panthers vs cronulla sharks

Don’t Miss History in the Making!

This is a once-in-a-lifetime event, and the Prince of Wales Hotel is the best place in Ipswich to catch every try, tackle, and moment of NRL history.

Tag your mates, grab a beer, and join us for the biggest NRL season opener ever!

For more info, follow us on Facebook or call (07) 3281 0003.

🏉🍻 See you at the Prince of Wales Hotel for the NRL Las Vegas Season Opener! 🍻🏉

Event Week Activities

Wednesday February 26

Fan Hub
Redtail @ Resorts World -11am to 5pm – FREE
Prize Giveaways – Live DJ
4pm – 5pm: Wigan Warriors Team signing and Q&A session

Media Launch
Redtail @ Resorts World – 3pm to 4pm – FREE
First official media opportunity with all teams represented to kick off Rugby League Las Vegas.

International Match
New Silver Bowl Park – 6pm Kick-off – FREE
USA v Greece Men’s.

Thursday February 27

Nines Tournament
New Silver Bowl Park – 8am to 5pm – FREE
22 Men’s teams and 12 Women’s teams from the US, Canada and Australia will kick off the Vegas 9’s Festival.

Fan Hub
Redtail @ Resorts World -10am to 4pm – FREE
Prize Giveaways – Live DJ
Photo opportunity with team mascots

10am – 11am: Warrington Wolves Team signing and Q&A session
10:30am – 11:30am: Penrith Panthers Team signing and Q&A session
1:00pm – 2:00pm: England Women Team signing and Q&A session
2:00pm – 3:00pm: New Zealand Warriors Team signing and Q&A session
2:30pm – 3:30pm: Cronulla Sharks Team signing and Q&A session
3:00pm – 4:00pm: Canberra Raiders Team signing and Q&A session

Fan Fest
3rd St Stage, Fremont St – 5pm to 10pm – FREE

5:30pm: Formalities commence 
6:00pm: Super League presentation – Wigan Warriors v Warrington Wolves
6:30pm: NRL Presentation – Canberra Raiders v New Zealand Warriors
7:00pm: Jillaroos v England presentation
7:30pm: NRL Presentation – Penrith Panthers v Cronulla Sharks
8:00pm: Live entertainment.

Friday February 28

Nines Tournament
New Silver Bowl Park – 8am to 5pm – FREE
Competing teams will fight it out to be crowned 2025 Vegas 9s Champions

Combine
New Silver Bowl Park – 3pm to 6pm – FREE
Field Testing – elite athletes from across the continent get put through a variety of field testing in pursuit of an NRL or NRLW contract.

Fan Hub
Redtail @ Resorts World -11am to 4pm – FREE
Prize Giveaways – Live DJ

11:00am – 12:00pm: Jillaroos Team signing and Q&A session
1:00pm – 3:00pm: Polynesian Takeover including cultural performances and music acts.

Business of Sport
UNLV Stan Fulton Building – 9am to 3pm – $99pp US
The NRL Business of Sport Conference, Las Vegas, 2025 is set to bring together a dynamic mix of sports and entertainment executives, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders from Las Vegas, Australia and other key markets for a day of insightful discussions, innovative ideas, and meaningful connections.

International Match
New Silver Bowl Park – FREE
6pm: USA v Greece women’s
7.30pm: USA v Greece men’s

Saturday March 1

Game Day Fan Zone – Precinct – 12.30pm to 8pm
Allegiant Stadium – Included in game day ticket price

The Fan Zone is a designated area designed to enhance the event experience for fans. It provides a space where match day ticket holders can enjoy fresh air while accessing food and beverage outlets. Fans can also interact with various games, activations, and other activities, making it a fun and engaging gathering space for everyone.