The Big Sleepout 2026

For the 36th Big Sleepout, we’re spending the night at the iconic Alexander Stadium – home of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games and host of the European Athletics Championships. On Friday 13th November, join hundreds of others as we swap our beds for one unforgettable night under the stars, raising vital funds and awareness to help prevent youth homelessness across the West Midlands. What The Big Sleepout Is – And Isn’t Spend one night sleeping outdoors so a young person doesn’t have to. Alongside entertainment, live music, hot food and drinks, activities, inspiring stories from young people and the St Basils team, and the return of our popular Creative Cardboard Competition, you’ll be helping raise vital funds to prevent youth homelessness. The Big Sleepout is not designed to replicate the reality of homelessness. Instead, it provides a safe and supportive opportunity to learn about the challenges young people face, hear how St Basils is changing lives and help ensure more young