Arsenal players Theirry Henry, Patrick Viera and Robert Pires celebrating
Theirry Henry, Patrick Viera and Robert Pires during Arsenal's 'Invincibles' season, 2003–04. Credit: Gavin Rodgers

Football Writing Festival: Arsenal Special

A day at the British Library with football journalists, fans, celebrities and some very special guests

Saturday 28 March, 11.30

About Football Writing Festival: Arsenal Special

Arsenal players Theirry Henry, Patrick Viera and Robert Pires celebrating
Theirry Henry, Patrick Viera and Robert Pires during Arsenal's 'Invincibles' season, 2003–04. Credit: Gavin Rodgers

A day at the British Library with football journalists, fans, celebrities and some very special guests, all talking about Arsenal FC and the business of writing about, playing for and following one of the world’s biggest clubs.

The Football Writing Festival: Arsenal Special takes place in the March 2026 international break.

Line up to be announced soon.

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Venue opening times

This event will take place in the British Library Knowledge Centre and is also available to watch online. Tickets may be booked to attend in person, or to watch online. 

If you are attending in person, please note that the Knowledge Centre will be open from 11.00. 

Please arrive no later than 15 minutes before the start time of this event. If you have specific access requirements please email customer@bl.uk

Attending the event online

If you book an online ticket, you will receive the viewing link on the morning of the event. You can either watch the event live or during the next 7 days on catch up.

Concessions

There are a range of concessions available. These include discounts for British Library Members, Young Persons (16–25s), and visitors on Universal/Pension Credit and free entry for carers.

Dates and times