Appeal Show 2024
Our presenters
Off the back of his heroic Ultramarathon challenge with BBC Radio 2, which raised over £6 million for last year’s Appeal, we are delighted that Vernon Kay is set to join the presenting line up for BBC Children in Need 2024. He will present the show alongside Rochelle Humes, Ade Adepitan MBE, Mel Giedroyc, Chris Ramsay and Lenny Rush. Make sure you watch live on BBC One and iPlayer at 7pm on Friday 15th November 2024.
Show highlights
Here are ten highlights to look out for during this year’s big show
The BBC Children in Need Choir
This year, for the first time ever, the BBC Children in Need Choir will feature children from across all parts of the UK who’ve been supported by BBC Children in Need funded projects. They’ll come together in the studio to sing the anthemic Take That classic ‘Never Forget’.
Graham Norton’s Red Chair
Graham Norton’s Red Chair is back with a twist as a group of children from BBC Children in Need projects decide the fate of some famous faces who attempt to make the children laugh. Fail and they and the chair will be tipped up.
The One Show’s Challenge Squad
The One Show’s Challenge Squad, which features young people who have been supported by BBC Children in Need projects, will culminate in two live performances in the BBC Children in Need Studio, alongside some very special guests including the multi-platinum selling artist Ella Henderson.
Dr Who
There is an out-of-this-world treat for Doctor Who fans as BBC Children in Need launches a very special auction. Plus, the fifteenth Doctor himself – Ncuti Gatwa – introduces a world exclusive preview from the upcoming Doctor Who Christmas Special.
Paddy McGuinness’ Ultra Endurance Cycle Challenge
Paddy McGuinness will find out the total raised by his Radio 2 Ultra Endurance Cycle Challenge, which will see him cycle through three nations and eight counties in aid of BBC Children in Need’s 2024 Appeal.
Girls Aloud: ‘I’ll Stand By You – Sarah’s Version’
In 2004, Girls Aloud released ‘I’ll Stand By You’ as the official BBC Children In Need single, reaching No.1 in the UK Singles Chart for two weeks. Now 20 years later, the band are set to release a brand-new version of ‘I’ll Stand By You’ with their beloved Sarah Harding featuring exclusively on lead vocals throughout.
Gladiators
Viewers can look forward to a visit from the stars of BBC’s Gladiators, as you’ve never seen them before
Strictly Come Dancing
Great ready for a very special performance from Strictly Come Dancing as the professionals are joined by a Global Superstar.
Dragon’s Den
Look out for a very important pitch on Dragon’s Den.
CBeebies Bedtime Story
Settle in for a very special CBeebies Bedtime Story.
