**Wrexham Celebrates Historic Third Successive Promotion with Wild Festivities Across the City**
The city of Wrexham pulsed with joyous energy over the weekend after Wrexham AFC celebrated their remarkable third straight promotion—this time clinching a place in the Championship with an emphatic 3-0 win over Charlton Athletic. The triumph not only marked one of the club’s most significant achievements in decades but also acted as a catalyst for exuberant festivities that swept from the Racecourse Ground to every corner of the North Wales city.
As the referee blew for full-time, jubilant fans surged onto the pitch, hoisting players aloft and singing heartily. Amongst them, Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney looked visibly stunned and emotional as they surveyed the scenes of sporting ecstasy unfolding before them. The duo, who have revitalised the club and captured the imagination of the local community, did not shy away from the limelight—joining the squad on the pitch and even taking part in the now-famous Gatorade soaking of CEO Michael Williamson, mimicking celebratory scenes from their native North America.
Inside the changing rooms, scenes were equally raucous. Manager Phil Parkinson clutched his medal tightly, while goalscorer Ollie Rathbone danced on top of a table, drawing cheers from fellow players and staff. The club owners’ promise to reconnect Wrexham with its proud heritage was cemented further, as their acquisition of Wrexham Lager made sure the celebratory drinks had a distinctly local flavour.
As night fell, the revels spilled onto Wrexham’s High Street. Flares painted the skies red as supporters thronged the pavements, singing and chanting as local pubs and shops experienced a welcome surge in custom. Crowds hung out of pub windows, lamp posts became vantage points, and the entire city centre was awash in celebratory spirit. Despite the large numbers and the party atmosphere, police reported no serious incidents, and a respectful camaraderie prevailed amongst the supporters.
Meanwhile, the Wrexham squad wasted no time joining fans around the city. The Ironworks bar became a particular epicentre of merriment, with striker Ollie Palmer swapping his boots for a pint glass to serve drinks behind the bar. Over in the Golden Lion pub, karaoke took centre stage as fans and players alike belted out football anthems and altered popular songs in tribute to their heroes.
Some players celebrated with particular fervour. Defender Max Cleworth and wing-back Ryan Barnett were spotted in less-than-pristine condition in a local McDonald’s during the early hours, reflecting the full commitment to the festivities. Yet, remarkably, both made it to the EFL Awards later the same day, where Wrexham’s success was formally recognised as several players earned spots in the League One Team of the Season.
Not all the night’s drama was confined to jubilation, as unconfirmed reports emerged of a player spending time in A&E after an unfortunate run-in with broken glass. Nonetheless, the sense of community and spirit remained undented. Club community director Humphrey Ker, despite a sore head, managed to complete the Manchester Marathon the next day—raising substantial funds for the Wrexham Miner’s Project, cheered on by co-owner McElhenney.
Elsewhere, club legend Paul Mullin chose to celebrate away from the main throng, returning to his native Liverpool to enjoy a karaoke session with family and friends. Social media was soon awash with videos of Mullin performing Jamie Webster’s “Weekend in Paradise,” a fitting song of the moment for player and club alike. Mullin’s own future at the club may still be uncertain following a season of limited appearances, but talk of transfers or contracts was very much on hold during a weekend dedicated to collective achievement.
The celebrations culminated at local haunt the Fat Boar, where players, families, and fans continued the party—complete with shirtless singalongs and the kind of X-rated chants only football can inspire. The club’s long journey back up the football pyramid reached a new pinnacle, with Wrexham set for second-flight football for the first time since 1982.
Reflecting on the historic occasion, co-owner Ryan Reynolds shared a heartfelt message on Instagram that summed up the city’s spirit: “Somebody said the Welsh have the heart of a poet and the fist of a fighter. That’s what I love about this place. I wish the whole world could visit Wrexham. Diolch.”
For now, both club and city seem intent on savouring every moment of their extraordinary achievement—proof that dreams, with a little determination (and perhaps a touch of Hollywood magic), really can come true.