Our 2026 events calendar is out!
Wednesday, January 7th, 2026
It’s your support that keeps our doors open and the magic flowing, so join one of our exciting fundraising events in 2026 – or pitch in with your own!
Download our 2026 current events calendar here or check the listings here.
GameBlast26
27 Feb – 1 March 2026
The UK’s biggest charity gaming weekend is back, and it’s the best reason to game ever! Signup coming very soon.
British Karting Greats
Wednesday 25 March 2026
New for 2026! Join us for some intense karting team action at the iconic venue of Silverstone.
Clay pigeon shooting
Friday 17 April 2026
New for 2026, a fabulous team event opportunity to test your shooting skills with the pros.
Games Industry Fives
Thursday 14 May 2026
It’s back! Venues in London, Birmingham and Liverpool host the ultimate games industry football fives.
SpecialEffect Masters Golf
Monday 22 June 2026
Your chance to experience an amazing round of competitive golf at the Belfry – and support our vital work at the same time.
London 10K 2025
Sunday 12 July 2026
If you only do one 10k this year, make it this one. Team SpecialEffect will be proudly out in force on the streets of London once again!
One Big Game 2026
13-14 August 2026
Your chance to play at England’s training base of St George’s Park in an amazing 24 hour charity football match. Contact Liam Lawler, our Partnerships Manager, to find out more.
Great North Run
Sunday 13 September 2026
Join team SpecialEffect to experience the magic and the challenge of the largest half marathon in the world!
One Special Day
Friday 2 October 2026
Join us as the games industry unites once again in 2026 to transform the lives of gamers with disabilities!
Oxford Half Marathon
Sunday 11 October 2026
Run for SpecialEffect in this breathtaking course through the dreaming spires of Oxford.
Our fundraising events and campaigns aren’t just dates on a calendar. They’re lifelines. They’re the reason we’ll be able to reach and help more people like Arlo.
If you’ve got an idea for an event, get in touch at events@specialeffect.org.uk or call us on 01608 810055. We’ll support you all the way.