The BBC has confirmed that this year's Children in Need appeal raised £38,720,170 on the night of its live show on Friday, 13 November.
The total was announced by presenter Mel Giedroyc as the star-studded broadcast drew to a close. The figure is lower than the £45,507,536 raised on the night of the 2025 appeal.
Star-studded show
The programme featured presenters Alex Jones, Mel Giedroyc, Rylan, Sara Cox and Tyler West taking part in a Strictly Come Dancing performance, alongside guest cameos from Gladiators and Dragons' Den stars and the Children in Need choir.
The BBC had promised "dazzling performances, exclusive sketches, surprise appearances and a heartwarming return from the much-loved Children in Need Choir" ahead of the broadcast.
Hosts' messages
As the show ended, Alex Jones said: "To the millions of children and young people out there, remember, Children in Need is here for you." Sara Cox urged: "Keep the donations coming in!" Mel added: "We're so grateful to each and every one of you for your support."
Before the broadcast, Alex said: "It means the absolute world to be part of the team for the big night of Children in Need, I have watched it avidly since I was a little girl and Sir Terry Wogan was at the helm."
Mel shared: "Being part of Children in Need every year, as I have been for the last 10 years as presenter, which I'm so honoured and privileged to do, is everything to me." Rylan said: "It's amazing to be part of Children in Need's appeal show... so to be asked to host this year is a real honour."
Owain Wyn Evans challenge
The total follows BBC radio presenter Owain Wyn Evans completing his four nations cycling challenge in Cardiff on Friday, raising £3,853,530. He cycled for five days across Scotland, Northern Ireland, England and Wales.
Upon finishing with his bike, Shania Chain, Owain said: "Thank you so much everyone, from me and Shania. Honestly, this has felt so far away for such a long time. I can't believe that I'm here with this welcome and the sun's out!" He added: "We're doing it all for an amazing cause, Children In Need."
Children in Need is available to watch on BBC iPlayer.
