RAF Museum in Hendon hosts BFBS Pro League grand final on 27 September
Public can attend free esports activities and live music from 10am, while the final remains private for invited guests
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The Royal Air Force Museum in Hendon will host the grand final of the BFBS Pro League on 27 September 2026. The event marks the conclusion of the competition’s second season, which has expanded to include new titles F1 25 and League of Legends alongside Rocket League.
While the final itself is restricted to invited guests, the public can attend selected activities from 10am. These include esports experiences, augmented reality simulators, Royal Navy STEM activities, and live performances by the British Army Rifles Band and cadet bands. The grand final will be broadcast in the RAF theatre at around 5pm.
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Who can compete and attend
The BFBS Pro League is open to serving personnel, veterans, Ministry of Defence civil servants, reservists, members of the UK cadet forces, bereaved families, and immediate family members. The competition aims to connect the defence community through esports, with over 700 players participating in the first season.
Robert Wylie, BFBS’s head of esports, said the league’s expansion reflects its growing role in the defence gaming community. This year, BFBS introduced an open series to provide more opportunities for players to compete and gain experience.
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“The pro league is the flagship competition within BFBS esports, and bringing it back for a second season is hugely exciting. As well as adding two massively popular titles, we want to make sure the esports ecosystem continues to grow.”
Robert Wylie, BFBS head of esports
Ben Chapman, chief executive of BFBS, said the event demonstrates the power of esports to unite the armed forces community. Adam Waters, BFBS director of AI culture and gaming, added that the league has grown in scale, with ambitions to expand further in future seasons.
Practical details for visitors
General admission to the RAF Museum is free, but visitors are advised to book a free entry slot in advance via the museum’s website. The event is part of the museum’s broader public engagement programme, which includes aviation exhibits and interactive displays.
The museum, located on Grahame Park Way in Hendon, is accessible by public transport. The nearest tube station is Colindale, a short walk from the venue. Parking is available on-site for visitors.
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+Who can attend the BFBS Pro League grand final?
The public can attend free activities from 10am on 27 September 2026, including esports experiences and live music. The grand final itself is private for invited guests, such as serving personnel, veterans, and their families. General admission to the museum is free but requires advance booking.
+What games will be featured at the BFBS Pro League final?
The grand final will feature Rocket League, F1 25, and League of Legends. These titles were added for the competition’s second season, expanding the range of esports on display at the RAF Museum in Hendon.
+Do I need to book tickets for the RAF Museum on 27 September?
General admission to the RAF Museum is free, but the museum strongly recommends booking a free entry slot online in advance. This ensures access to the venue, though the public activities at the BFBS Pro League event do not require separate tickets.
+What time do the public activities start at the BFBS Pro League event?
Public activities, including esports experiences, simulators, and live music, begin at 10am on 27 September 2026. The grand final will be broadcast in the RAF theatre at around 5pm, but this remains a private experience for invited guests.
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