Sporting Dinner

The annual sporting dinner at Edgbaston returns in spectacular style for 2026 with ‘An Evening with the Football Characters’. A night packed with personality, passion and priceless football stories. Taking place on Thursday 26 November in the prestigious Banqueting Suite at Edgbaston Stadium, this highly anticipated event in Birmingham brings together three of the game’s biggest and boldest personalities: Dion Dublin, Clinton Morrison and Paul Merson.

Known for their honesty, humour and unforgettable experiences from life at the top of the game, nothing is off-limits for this stellar panel. From dressing room secrets and transfer sagas to hot topics in today’s football world, expect candid opinions, hilarious behind-the-scenes moments and incredible insight.

Guests will enjoy a superb three-course meal in Edgbaston’s Banqueting Suite, with TV presenter host Pete Graves guiding the evening’s conversation and drawing out the very best stories from this lively trio. Big laughs, big personalities and brilliant football nostalgia are guaranteed, making this one of the standout Midlands sporting dinners of the year.

Whether entertaining clients, rewarding staff or enjoying an unforgettable night out with friends, this promises to be a truly special evening of football entertainment. Secure your places today!

Silver Package

Reserved places within The Banqueting Suite
Three course dinner
Entertaining interview with Dion Dublin, Clinton Morrison & Paul Merson
Event hosted by Pete Graves (Sky Sports)
Auction
Raffle
Pay bar facilities


Gold Package

All Silver Package elements as above
Access to the VIP reception with pay bar facility
Welcome drink on arrival
Group photo opportunity with Dion Dublin, Clinton Morrison & Paul Merson
Logo on our event menu cards (Tables of 10 only)
Reserved places on a premium positioned table within The Banqueting Suite

Event Itinerary

From 6.30pm: Arrival
7.20pm: Sit down
7.30pm: Introduction: Pete Graves (Sky Sports)
7.35pm: Three course dinner is served
9.05pm: Auction
9.35pm: Q & A with special guests
10.35pm: Raffle is drawn
10.45pm: Dinner concludes. Bar remains open!
Midnight: Venue closes

- Main reception: +44 121 422 2735
- Event bookings: +44 121 414 6000

- Located at main entrance reception
- ID verification required
- Advance booking recommended
- Pick-up window 1 hour before event start time

- On-site parking available
- Limited spaces during cricket events
- Disabled parking near main entrance
- Street parking on Edgbaston Road
- Public parking within 5-minute walking distance

- Wheelchair accessible areas
- Designated viewing platforms
- Companion seats available
- Ground floor facilities
- Lift access to different levels

- Smart/business casual attire
- No outside catering
- No smoking on premises
- Valid photo ID may be required
- No pets (except service animals)

- Children welcome with adult supervision
- Minimum age restrictions may apply for certain events
- Family-friendly venues during daytime events
- Evening events might have age limitations