when is children in need day

Children in Need Day is held every year on a Friday in mid‑to‑late November, usually the third Friday of the month. In 2025 it falls on Friday 14 November, and in 2026 it is expected on Friday 20 November.

What is Children in Need Day?

• It is the BBC’s big annual fundraising telethon supporting disadvantaged children and young people across the UK.

• The night features TV specials, celebrity appearances, comedy sketches and live performances encouraging donations.

• Many schools, workplaces and communities run their own fundraising events on the same day, often calling it Pudsey Day.

When is Children in Need Day each year?

• The appeal night is scheduled for a Friday in November, typically the third Friday.

• Recent and upcoming dates include: 2024 – Friday 15 November; 2025 – Friday 14 November; 2026 – Friday 20 November.

• Exact dates are confirmed closer to the time by BBC Children in Need, so it is always worth checking the official site or TV listings for the latest news.

How people take part

• Common activities include non‑uniform days at school, bake sales, fancy‑dress days and sponsored challenges inspired by the year’s theme.

• The telethon is broadcast on BBC One in the evening, with additional special programming in the run‑up to the main show.

• Fundraising on the day contributes to thousands of local projects supporting children’s safety, mental health, education and inclusion.

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