Nationwide Speak Out Challenge Events 2026

After a busy summer term of Speak Out Challenge Finals taking place across the country, we are now thrilled to announce the details of our remaining 2026 Finals, taking place in the autumn!

The Speak Out Challenge helps young people build confidence and communication skills, giving them a platform to speak on issues they care about. After participating in workshops and school competitions, the most passionate and skilled young speakers will compete in their regional finals for the title of Speak Out Challenge Champion.

Each final is a celebration of young voices, judged by VIP panels who inspire and encourage students to share their perspectives. Join us for these inspiring events!

National Speak Out Challenge – North East Final

Northern Stage, Newcastle upon Tyne
 Wednesday 25th November, 6:30 PM
Thanks to the support of Movement for Good and the Ferdinando & Luigi Innocenti Foundation, we’ve delivered to over 500 students in our first ever North East programme!

 Book your free tickets here!

National Speak Out Challenge – South West Final

Trinity Community Arts, Bristol
Tuesday 8th December, 6:30 PM
Our first year in Bristol, made possible by the Ferdinando & Luigi Innocenti Foundation.

Tickets coming soon!

Events coming up in 2027

📍 Suffolk Speak Out Challenge Final, Ipswich

📍 ARU Speak Out Challenge Final, Peterborough

📍 ARU Speak Out Challenge, Cambridge

📍West Midlands Speak Out Challenge Final, Birmingham

📍East Midlands Speak Out Challenge Final, Leicester

📍North West Speak Out Challenge Final, Manchester

📍Sussex Speak Out Challenge Final, Brighton & Hove

📍Jack Petchey’s Speak Out Challenge Regional Finals will be taking place across London and Essex from November 2026 – May 2027, with Jack Petchey’s Speak Out Challenge Grand Final taking place in July 2027 on the West End. More details on Jack Petchey’s Speak Out Challenge can be found here.