This was the first time for the event in San Diego with past editions being held at The Home Depot Center in the Los Angeles suburb of Carson.

In 2007, it included a waterslide, a beer garden, food courts, skills area, face painting, cigar tents, concerts and a world class coaches’ symposium.

The idea is to lure people into the event for the festival and get them interested in rugby union.

Similar to Hong Kong Stadium's south stands, Petco Park hosted a "Fun Zone" in the right field bleachers.

Access to this area was granted on the basis of best costumes, country displays of team support, "hot looks", and dancing ability.