Benjamin Bloom confirmed as host of his popular YouTube podcast "Championship Check-in" Live on stage at Footy Fest 2027
We're delighted to announce that Benjamin Bloom — host of the hugely popular YouTube podcast The Championship Check-in — will be bringing his show live to the Forum Auditorium at Footy Fest 2027.
We're absolutely delighted to announce that Benjamin Bloom will be joining us at Footy Fest @ the Forum 2027 as the host of Championship Check-in "Live" with Benjamin Bloom.
Benjamin is the creator and host of The Championship Check-in — one of the most popular EFL Championship YouTube podcasts around. Known for his hot takes after every round of games, sharp analysis, fearless predictions and brilliant interviews with the likes of Neil Warnock, David Prutton and Kieran Maguire, Benjamin has built a passionate following of Championship fans who love the second tier as much as he does.
At Footy Fest 2027, Benjamin will be bringing The Championship Check-in to life in front of a live audience in the Forum Auditorium. Championship Check-in "Live" with Benjamin Bloom runs from 11:00 to 13:00 on both Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 March — and it's completely free to attend.
Expect everything the podcast is known for — the energy, the opinions, the banter — plus the chance to be part of it yourself as a live audience member. Whether you're a die-hard Championship fan or just love great football conversation, this is not one to miss.
Free tickets for Championship Check-in "Live" with Benjamin Bloom will be available nearer the date. Sign up to the Footy Fest newsletter to be first to hear when they go live — seats in the Forum Auditorium are limited.
You can catch up with Benjamin's work on YouTube at The Championship Check-in, and follow him on Facebook, X and TikTok. We can't wait to welcome him to Norwich.
Norfolk Subbuteo Club will be running three Subbuteo tables in the Atrium throughout both days of Footy Fest 2027. Come along and have a go — it's free and open to all.
We're delighted to announce that Norfolk Subbuteo Club will be joining us at Footy Fest @ the Forum 2027 — and they're bringing the tables with them.
The club will be setting up three Subbuteo tables in the Atrium throughout both days of the event, giving visitors of all ages the chance to have a go at the classic tabletop football game. Whether you're a seasoned flicker or a complete beginner, this is your chance to step up and take on the challenge.
Subbuteo has been a beloved part of football culture for generations, and having Norfolk Subbuteo Club on board is a perfect fit for an event that celebrates everything that makes football special. It's free to take part — just turn up and join in.
The tables will be running across both Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 March. No booking required — just come along and have a go!
Norwich City Antiques Roadshow returns — bring your NCFC treasures to Footy Fest!
A hugely popular feature of previous Footy Fest events is back. The Norwich City Antiques Roadshow returns in 2027, with experts from the Norwich City Historic Trust on hand to value and appraise your NCFC memorabilia and collectibles — completely free of charge.
We're delighted to confirm that the Norwich City Antiques Roadshow is returning to Footy Fest @ the Forum in 2027 — and after the incredible response it received at previous events, we know this one is going to be just as popular.
This year, we're thrilled to welcome experts from the Norwich City Historic Trust, who will be on hand across both days to value and appraise your Norwich City FC memorabilia and collectibles. Whether you've got a match programme from the 1950s, a signed shirt, a rare badge, a vintage photograph or any other piece of Canaries history, bring it along and let the experts take a look.
The Roadshow runs across both days of the event and is completely free to take part in — no booking required. Just turn up with your item and join the queue. Our experts will offer valuations, share the history behind what you've brought, and help you discover more about its significance to the club.
It's a fantastic opportunity for fans of all ages to dig out those forgotten treasures and learn more about the rich history of Norwich City FC. We can't wait to see what you bring to The Forum this March.
We're thrilled to announce that Roman, one of the UK's most exciting football freestylers, will be performing live at both days of Footy Fest @ the Forum on 27–28 March 2027.
Get ready for something special. Roman the football freestyler will be bringing his incredible skills to The Forum, Norwich on both Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 March 2027 — and entry is completely free.
Roman is renowned for jaw-dropping tricks, lightning-fast footwork and an ability to get the crowd on their feet. Whether you're a lifelong football fan or bringing the kids along for the day, his performances are not to be missed.
He'll be performing across both days of the event, so there'll be plenty of chances to catch the action. Keep an eye on the schedule page for confirmed performance times as we get closer to the event.
This is just one of many exciting acts and activities we're lining up for Footy Fest 2027. Sign up to the newsletter below to be the first to hear about further announcements.
We're thrilled to confirm that Footy Fest @ the Forum will return on Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 March 2027. Two days of football celebration, panel talks, exhibitions, freestylers and evening events — all at The Forum, Norwich.
Following the success of our previous events, Footy Fest @ the Forum is back — and bigger than ever. We're taking over The Forum, Norwich for a full two-day celebration of the beautiful game on Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 March 2027.
Daytime entry is completely free for all the family, with activities running from 10:00 each day. Expect football freestylers, exhibitions, panel talks, trader stalls and much more.
Saturday evening will feature a VIP Reception at 18:30 followed by our flagship 'An Evening With...' event at 19:30. Sunday afternoon closes with a Prize Draw at 15:30. Evening tickets are available separately — keep an eye on our Tickets page for details.
Are you a retailer, collector, fan group or media creator? Bookings for trade stands and exhibition space at Footy Fest 2027 are now open. Spaces are limited — get your enquiry in early.
We're delighted to open bookings for traders and exhibitors at Footy Fest @ the Forum 2027. Whether you're a commercial retailer, a casual seller, a fan group or a media creator, there's a space for you.
Stand types include Commercial Retailer, Casual Retailer, Exhibitor, Fan Group and Media / Content Creator. Pricing starts from free for fan groups and media creators, with table fees for commercial and casual retailers.
Head to our Trader & Exhibitor Booking page to submit your enquiry. Spaces are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, so don't leave it too late!
We're putting together a very special live talk event for both days of Footy Fest 2027. A guest speaker will sit down with special guests to discuss the EFL Championship — full details coming soon.
One of the highlights of Footy Fest is FootyFest Live, held in the Forum Auditorium. Championship Check-in "Live" with Benjamin Bloom (11:00–13:00) will see a guest speaker sit down with special guests to explore the stories, personalities and moments that define the EFL Championship — followed by Premier League Live (14:00–16:00) turning the spotlight on the top flight.
We'll be hosting the event from 11:00 to 13:00 on both Saturday and Sunday in the Forum Auditorium. The event is free to attend, but tickets must be booked in advance to guarantee your seat. Full details of the speaker and guests will be announced in the coming months.
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