Football Legends: An Evening of Opulence Welcomes Football Icons Ray Parlour, John Barnes and Emile Heskey

Football greatness dribbles with a luxurious dining affair for one fanciful evening as Birmingham Town Hall hosts An Evening of Opulence on July 11, 2025. English football fans, don’t skip out on this opportunity to mingle with Premier League legends John Barnes, Ray Parlour, and Emile Heskey at the iconic Birmingham Town Hall, Victoria Square, in England. Tickets to Football Legends: An Evening of Opulence are brought to you by Ticket Fairy.

Hosted by Sky Sports presenter Pete Graves, the football trio, who collectively have over 100 caps for the national team, take the spotlight to share old stories, funny anecdotes, and insights from their time at the forefront of the beautiful game.

‘Football Legends: An Evening of Opulence’ will flow with introductory remarks from host Pete Graves, followed by a three-course banquet and complimentary drinks. Up next is the auction where you can pursue limited-edition sports memorabilia and other prizes, including hand-signed shirts, artwork, luxury getaways, and much more. Bids will support the work of Great Ormond Street Hospital. The Q&A will follow with the esteemed guest speakers, followed by the auction winners’ announcements and networking sessions.

Dubbed “The Romford Pele,” Ray Parlor currently serves as a radio pundit for BBC Radio 5 Live and Talksport. His time on the field saw him capture three Premier League titles, four FA Cups, and the UEFA Cup Winners’ Cup with Arsenal Football Club. Parlour also has the unique honor of calling himself “Invincible,” as the club went undefeated for an entire Premier League campaign in his last season for the Gunners.

Former England striker Emile Heskey‘s football lineage extends far beyond his pre- and post-match analysis. During his heyday, he was the ideal target man to hold the ball up and create the perfect link-up play in the attacking half. His football accolades include winning the FA Cup, UEFA Cup (2001), League Cup, and UEFA Super Cup (2001) with current champions Liverpool.

Another face from the Merseyside football team is Liverpool club legend John Barnes MBE. Often called the Digger, Jamaican-born Barnes battled many bouts on and off the pitch to always come out on top. As a player, he had stints at Watford, Liverpool, Newcastle United, and Charlton Athletic. With Liverpool, he collected two league winner medals, an FA Cup (1989), and a League Cup, scoring a total of 108 goals.

Join in for an exceptional opportunity to bask amongst football icons with close-knit conversations and pristine dining, all in support of Great Ormond Street Hospital. It’s an unparalleled opportunity for high-engagement content, eye-catching photo ops, and luxury-focused sponsorships.

VIP, Gold, Silver, and Bronze tickets to Football Legends: An Evening of Opulence are available via Ticket Fairy

Find the full flow of proceedings below:

5:00 pm Early Arrival and Complimentary Drinks (VIP, Gold & Silver Ticket Holders).
6:00 pm Bronze Ticket Holders Arrive. Take Your Seats (All Ticket Holders).
6:15 pm Introduction by Host Pete Graves (Sky Sports).
6:20 pm 3-course banquet is served.
7:45 pm Auction Commences.
8:30 pm Q and A: With Special Guest Speakers.
9:30 pm Silent Auction Winners Announced.
10:30 pm Formal Proceedings Conclude: Sit Down Drinks Continue Along With Networking.
Midnight Venue Closes. Guests Depart.

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