WMVP-AM (ESPN Chicago)'s Football Fest Set to Return
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Sports WMVP-AM (ESPN Chicago) is returning Football Fest to Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana on Sunday, August 25 from 11am-3pm. The event, now in its third year, is back with special guests and unique experiences for fans. It will welcome back ESPN NFL insiders Adam Schefter and Field Yates, who will be sharing their expert insights and engaging with fans throughout the event.
"Football Fest is the unofficial kickoff of the NFL season, and I am excited about this year's fest, from the stars we'll have in the room to the show we have planned," said ESPN Chicago Director of Content Danny Zederman. "We listened to fan feedback, and we've added new ways for fans to interact with their favorite ESPN Chicago and Bears Radio Network personalities, as well as a live onstage version of our fan-favorite, unfiltered podcast Crosstalk Unhinged with Carm, Jurko, Waddle, and Silvy."
"For the third consecutive year, Hard Rock is pleased to join ESPN Chicago in kicking off the 2024 football season by hosting ESPN Chicago's Football Fest at the Hard Rock Live venue," said Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana President Matt Schuffert. "Each year ESPN Chicago has stepped up its game at this annual event and this year is no exception with plans for fan-friendly interactions."
For the first time ever, all ESPN Chicago and Bears Radio Network personalities will be available for meet & greets with fans in designated booths, creating an opportunity to meet hosts, take photos and get autographs. The event will consist of live programming from local and national experts on the upcoming football season, fantasy football, as well as games, vendors and more.
