30 Hours for a Rainbow Returns on 27 June with Live Music, Special Events and Fundraising Across the UK

GlitterBeam’s biggest fundraising event of the year is back.

On Saturday 27 June at 11am, presenters Eugenio and Mikey will begin another edition of 30 Hours for a Rainbow, the charity radiothon that brings together listeners, venues, community groups and charities from across the UK for a weekend of entertainment and fundraising.

Broadcasting live without interruption until 7pm on Sunday 28 June, the challenge will see the pair spend 32 hours on air while raising money for a range of organisations making a real difference in their communities.

This year’s event promises to be bigger than ever, with live performances from artists visiting the studio, special guests, interactive games and one of the most ambitious schedules GlitterBeam has ever produced.

Among the highlights will be the return of the popular Gig-Lets, bringing live music performances directly into the studio. Listeners can also enjoy a live murder mystery presented by the Brighton-based team at Murder Actually, alongside a huge Battle of the Decades, where the 1980s, 1990s and 2000s go head-to-head in a celebration of music, memories and nostalgia.

At the heart of 30 Hours for a Rainbow, however, is fundraising.

For the 2026 edition, GlitterBeam has partnered with venues and events across the country, each supporting a charity of their choice. Throughout the weekend, these partners will host activities, performances and fundraising initiatives, helping to generate donations for causes that matter to them and their communities.

In addition, all donations collected directly by GlitterBeam during the radiothon will be shared equally between the organisations involved.

The Organisations Taking Part

East London Pride

One of London’s major Pride celebrations will host a packed programme of entertainment and fundraising activities in support of Stonewall Housing and Not A Phase.

The Yard, Coventry

The Coventry venue will host a busy weekend of fundraising events to support Unity in Coventry, helping to strengthen community connections across the city.

Mei Leaf, London

Tea specialists Mei Leaf will be running special tea and matcha experiences throughout the weekend, alongside an exclusive surprise on their YouTube channel, raising funds for BRAC Europe.

JJ Planet Geekery, Tonbridge

Gaming enthusiasts will be able to take part in an extraordinary 32-hour non-stop gaming marathon, with proceeds supporting the Alzheimer’s Society.

Kent Pride Games

Pride organisations from across Kent will come together for a series of friendly challenges and competitions, raising money for Queer Kent Life.

Sotto Lounge, Chatham

Visitors can enjoy special menus, live performances and community activities throughout the weekend, all in support of My Shining Star.

How to Listen and Watch

30 Hours for a Rainbow will be broadcast live on GlitterBeam from 11am on Saturday 27 June until 7pm on Sunday 28 June.

Listeners will be able to tune in via GlitterBeam, while viewers can also watch the radiothon live on YouTube (at this link) and follow the challenge as it unfolds throughout the weekend.

Whether you’re listening for the music, the live performances, the games, the guests or simply to support a good cause, 30 Hours for a Rainbow promises to be one of the most memorable events of the summer.