FootyFest Live
Two live events. Two days. One auditorium.
Join us in the Forum Auditorium for two unmissable free events across both days of Footy Fest 2027. Championship Check-in "Live" with Benjamin Bloom runs 11:00–13:00 and Premier League Live runs 14:00–16:00 — both days, both completely free to attend.
About FootyFest Live
FootyFest Live brings two back-to-back live events to the Forum Auditorium on both days of Footy Fest 2027. Championship Check-in "Live" with Benjamin Bloom puts the spotlight on the stories, drama and culture of the second tier — the division that defines so many clubs' ambitions. Then Premier League Live takes over, turning the conversation to the top flight.
Championship Check-in "Live" with Benjamin Bloom runs from 11:00 to 13:00, followed by Premier League Live from 14:00 to 16:00. Both sessions take place on Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 March. Admission is completely free — no charge at all. Seats in the auditorium are limited, so free tickets will be made available nearer the date. Sign up to the newsletter to be first to know when they go live.
Event schedule
Championship Check-in "Live" with Benjamin Bloom
Both days — Forum Auditorium
Premier League Live
Both days — Forum Auditorium
Free — tickets available nearer the date
Both FootyFest Live sessions are completely free to attend. Seats in the Forum Auditorium are limited, so free tickets will be released nearer the date. Sign up to the newsletter to hear first when they go live.
What to expect
Championship Check-in "Live" with Benjamin Bloom
11:00–13:00 both days. A live version of The Championship Check-in with Benjamin Bloom — hot takes, analysis, predictions and interviews, recorded in front of a live audience in the Forum Auditorium.
Premier League Live
14:00–16:00 both days. The spotlight moves to the Premier League — candid conversation, behind-the-scenes insight and the big talking points from the top flight. Speakers to be announced.
The Forum Auditorium
Both events are held in the Forum Auditorium, Norwich — a world-class venue right in the heart of the city, fully accessible for all visitors.
Completely free to attend
Both sessions are free — no ticket price, no booking fee. Free tickets will be available nearer the date to reserve your seat in the auditorium. Numbers are limited so sign up to hear first.
Meet the host
Benjamin Bloom
Host — The Championship Check-in
Benjamin Bloom is one of the most passionate voices in EFL Championship coverage. His YouTube podcast The Championship Check-in has built a loyal following of fans who love the second tier — delivering hot takes after every round of games, sharp analysis, fearless predictions and interviews with the likes of Neil Warnock, David Prutton and Kieran Maguire.
At Footy Fest 2027, Benjamin brings The Championship Check-in to life in front of a live audience in the Forum Auditorium. Expect everything the podcast is known for — the energy, the opinions, the banter — plus the chance to be part of it yourself.
The Championship Check-in
YouTube podcast
Hot takes after every round of games. Analysis. Predictions. Watchalongs of live Championship games. Interviews with Neil Warnock, David Prutton, Kieran Maguire and more.
Watch on YouTubeFree tickets — available nearer the date
Free tickets for Championship Check-in "Live" with Benjamin Bloom will be available nearer the date. Sign up to the newsletter to hear first.
Sign up for updatesPremier League Live — 14:00–16:00
Speakers for the afternoon Premier League Live sessions will be announced in due course. Follow us on social media and sign up to the newsletter to hear first.