I’m so excited! Red Nose Day is coming back later this week, and it’s always the biggest, most fun night on TV – full of comedy, great entertainment, and all for a really good cause. It’s amazing to be able to laugh and help raise money at the same time!
Comic Relief’s ‘Funny for Money’ will be broadcast live from MediaCityUK in Salford as usual, but this year it will also be live-streamed for the first time on the BBC’s official YouTube channel.
Davina McCall is back to host the show, and she’ll be joined by a hilarious group of comedians: Katherine Ryan, Nick Mohammed, Joel Dommett, and Catherine Tate reprising her iconic character Nan! Together, they’ll present a night packed with fun and laughter.
But when will it all be on TV? Read on for everything you need to know about Red Nose Day 2026!
When is Red Nose Day 2026?
Red Nose Day will air live on Friday 20 March on BBC One and iPlayer.
What time is Comic Relief 2026 on TV?
It’ll be time to get funny for money at 7pm.
Let me tell you, this event is all about raising money, and they’re really going for it! It’s a full three-hour live broadcast, wrapping up around 10pm. Be prepared for a long night of giving!
How to watch Red Nose Day 2026: TV schedule
Red Nose Day is back with a night full of fun sketches and performances to support Comic Relief. Here’s a rundown of what’s been announced so far.
- The Bank Job, starring Alison Hammond and Dermot O’Leary
- Amandaland sketch bringing together some of TV’s most notable Amandas
- The Traitors: The Movie sequel, starring Iain Stirling, Vicky Patison, Alison Steadman and Rachel, Stephen and Fiona
We’ll keep this page updated as more sketches and musical performances are announced!
Lots of special TV programs will air before, during, and after Red Nose Day to help raise money for Comic Relief.
Romesh Ranganathan is hosting a special celebrity edition of The Weakest Link for Comic Relief on BBC Two at 10pm. Six comedians will compete, trying not to be voted off the show.
A special show featuring the best moments from Comic Relief, called More Funny For Money, will be available on BBC iPlayer and BBC One on Saturday, March 21st.
Tune in to BBC Two at 8:45pm for “Comic Relief’s Hits and Hidden Gems,” a special showcasing classic Red Nose Day performances. You’ll see favorites from artists like Adele, One Direction, and the Spice Girls, plus some rare and delightful moments featuring Sam Smith, John Legend, Helen Mirren, Robbie Coltrane, and even Alan Partridge doing his take on Kate Bush!
I’m so impressed with Greg James! Since last Friday, the 13th of March, he’s been cycling an incredible 1,000km across the UK on a tandem bike, all to raise money for Red Nose Day. He’s really pushing himself, spending eight days cycling through England and Wales, and he’s aiming to finish up in Edinburgh this Friday, the 20th. If you want to follow his journey and support a great cause, you can listen to BBC Radio 1 and BBC Sounds all week for ‘Radio 1’s Longest Ride with Greg James’.
Tune in to The One Show on Thursday, March 19th for a first look at some of the show’s biggest sketches and studio highlights. The episode will include a peek behind the scenes at “Amandaland” and a live update on rehearsals happening in Salford.
On Friday, March 20th, the children’s show Blue Peter will temporarily become “Red Peter” for a special episode to celebrate Red Nose Day.
For Red Nose Day, four popular digital creators – Ayame, Sarel, Victor Kunda, and Specs Gonzalez – are teaming up to form a real band! They’re pushing themselves outside of their usual online content to perform live on stage in a special event called The Creator Band for Red Nose Day.
What is the Red Nose Day Amandaland sketch?
Lucy Punch and Philippa Dunne are bringing back their characters Amanda and Anne in a funny new sketch. This time, they’ll be guests on a BBC interview with Sara Cox.
But things don’t go to plan…
The show will feature a fantastic lineup of Amandas, including Britain’s Got Talent judge Amanda Holden, property expert Amanda Lamb, Coronation Street star Amanda Barrie, TV presenter Amanda Byram, and Amanda Collier, who recently appeared on The Traitors.
Where can I buy Red Noses for Comic Relief 2026?
Amazon is once more the official home of the Red Nose and they can be purchased from just £2.50.
There is also a collector pack with a surprise nose for £12.50, or a multipack of 30 noses for £60.
Besides the iconic red noses, you can also find other Red Nose Day items like tissues, badges, kitchen towels, and even bucket hats!
Red Noses are also available to buy at the Comic Relief shop.
As a big movie fan, I was really happy to hear that some of the money from the movie’s merchandise will be donated to Comic Relief. They do amazing work helping people both here in the UK and all over the world by fighting poverty and providing things like food, healthcare, and safe places to live. It’s great to support a good cause while getting some cool movie stuff!
Red Nose Day 2026 airs on Friday 20 March at 7pm on BBC One and iPlayer.
Details on how to get involved this Red Nose Day can be found on the Comic Relief website.
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