Fans of rugby and Nando’s PERi-PERi are in for an exciting weekend, as Nando’s in Harbor East transforms into the epicenter of Baltimore’s premier rugby event.
From Friday, September 11, to Sunday, September 13, Nando’s Harbor East will serve as the quintessential Rugby Clubhouse. Just across the Inner Harbor, rugby enthusiasts can catch the thrilling Fourth Test match where South Africa faces New Zealand at M&T Bank Stadium.
Nando’s in Harbor East is eager to welcome both local and visiting rugby fans with an immersive weekend experience that blends the restaurant’s cultural heritage with the excitement of rugby.
Attendees can expect an array of rugby-themed decorations, including memorabilia and vintage posters, alongside a locker-room style photo opportunity. Music will add to the ambiance, with DJs spinning Afro-inspired tracks throughout the weekend. Of course, the highlight of the menu will be the beloved flame-grilled chicken served with the signature spicy PERi-PERi sauce, complemented by exclusive food and beverage specials, all aimed at encapsulating the vibrant food culture of South Africa.
Established in South Africa, Nando’s has a strong connection to rugby and operates nearly 50 outlets across the United States. The first Nando’s was launched in 1987 in Johannesburg and has since expanded to 24 countries worldwide, arriving in the United States in 2008.
“As a brand originating in South Africa, we share a special bond with rugby and the passionate culture that surrounds the sport,” stated Kimberly Grant, CEO of Nando’s USA. “Nando’s Harbor East serves as a natural gathering place for this extraordinary rivalry—a venue where culinary delights, music, and the energy of match day converge.”
This rugby weekend will feature special promotions, including select beers priced at $4. Other highlights include The Clubhouse Kickoff for $8.99, which consists of six PERi-PERi wings and PERi fries, and The Captain’s Pick for $8.99, which features a chicken breast sandwich accompanied by PERi fries, among various other enticing options.
Baltimore is hosting this highly anticipated match at a time when rugby continues to grow in popularity across the United States. This storied game, held every four years between South Africa’s national rugby union team, the Springboks, and New Zealand’s national rugby union team, the All Blacks, will occur on Saturday, September 12, at the 71,000-seat M&T Bank Stadium.
