Magic WKND has sold more tickets than ever before – even though it is still three months away.
Betfred Super League’s 12 English clubs are all in action at rugby league’s annual bonanza which is being held at Everton FC’s world-class Hill Dickinson Stadium for the first time this summer.
And RL Commercial have today revealed the event has already out-sold all other Magic WKNDs, surpassing the previous record attendance of 68,276 set at Newcastle United’s St James’ Park back in 2016.
Now closing in on 70,000 tickets sold for the two-day action-packed feast of rugby league on Saturday July 4 and Sunday July 5, demand has never been as high.
Having surpassed Magic WKNDs held in Cardiff, Edinburgh, Manchester, Liverpool, Newcastle and Leeds, RL Commercial Managing Director Rhodri Jones said: “Magic WKND has grown into one of rugby league’s great showcase events over the last 20 years – and these rapid ticket sales show it.
“England fans really loved visiting the superb venue during the Ashes last autumn when the stadium was sold-out and it looks like many are coming back for more.
“We set a target of making this the biggest and best Magic WKND yet and it’s brilliant to see supporters backing the event to help us achieve this.
“We’ve had an excellent start to the Super League season with some enthralling action, thrilling encounters and there’s more set to come in Rivals Round over the next three days.
“Crowds have never been as big at this stage of the campaign in the competition’s 30-year history and Magic offers the chance for fans to see all 12 of our English-based clubs in action over 48 hours.”
Any fans without tickets are urged to book soon as the Sunday and full-weekend passes are both approaching sell-out.
With unreserved seating, a pass-out system to enjoy the Plaza fan zone, entertainment, live music, in-bowl fan games and competitions, Magic offers something for everyone.
Tickets are available here.
Saturday
Game 1 – Huddersfield Giants v York Knights
Game 2 – Hull KR v Hull FC
Game 3 – Leigh Leopards v Warrington Wolves
Sunday
Game 1 – Wakefield Trinity v Castleford Tigers
Game 2 – Leeds Rhinos v Bradford Bulls
Game 3 – Wigan Warriors v St Helens
