Our annual Big Hearts Gala brings together supporters, partners, and community leaders to celebrate the power of human connection, and to raise vital funds to extend our impact.
With fan favourite Thomas Flögel, and iconic duo Jim Jefferies and Billy Brown confirmed as headliners, there is no better time to secure your place!
Headliners 2026
Jim Jefferies and Billy Brown, two school friends who forged a three-decade partnership at various clubs including Falkirk, Hearts, Bradford City and Kilmarnock. For supporters of Heart of Midlothian FC, the Gaffer and his right-hand man, became Legends when they led the Club to victory in the 1998 Scottish Cup Final.
Scottish Cup winner Thomas Flögel was signed to Hearts in 1997 by Jim Jefferies. Former Austrian International, Thomas played five years in maroon, completing 164 appearances and playing just about every position on the pitch, a firm fan favourite at Tynecastle Park.
Connections that change lives
On 25 September, join the charity of Heart of Midlothian FC in the Gorgie suite from 7pm for an incredible night supporting connection, wellbeing, and inclusion across our community.
Your event tickets include:
- welcome drink,
- 3-course meal,
- live Legends Q&A on stage,
- stories of lives changed,
- access to our live and silent auctions.
Our event sponsors
The 2026 Big Hearts Gala is sponsored by three long-term supporters of Big Hearts, who not only believe in the work our charity delivers across the community, but also in the power of connection that is at the heart of everything we do.
Our deepest thanks to our Gold Sponsor: PPE Industrial Supplies Ltd, and our Silver Sponsors: Jambos Kickback and DPS Group.
Gallery 2025
The 2025 Big Hearts Gala raised over £39,000 for our work supporting older fans who are feeling isolated or living with dementia, and creating cherished memories and new friendships through football.
The event marked our 10-year journey as a charity dedicated to families in need, and was supported on the night by Hearts Legend Julien Brellier, Antti Niemi and Jose Quitongo.