Welcome to the Kids Planet Awards
You are invited to the Kids Planet Awards 2026. A moment to come together, recognise one another, and celebrate the successes that define who we are.
The Kids Planet Awards are about more than achievements — it’s about people. It’s about the dedication, the teamwork, and the everyday efforts that often go unseen but never go unnoticed. Each of you contributes to something bigger, and our awards ceremony is our chance to shine a light on that.
Kimpton Clocktower
Oxford Street, Manchester
Manchester's most iconic landmark provides the stage for an immersive Moulin Rouge experience — rich velvet tones, warm amber glow, and Parisian elegance in the heart of the city.
An Evening to Remember
From the moment you arrive, you will be transported into a world of cabaret glamour and theatrical wonder. A night of entertainment, recognition, and pure spectacle.
Submit Your Nomination
The Kids Planet Awards exist to shine a light on the people who make our organisation extraordinary. Select a category below and tell us about someone who deserves to be celebrated.
✦ Nominations are completely anonymous — we do not collect any details about you. ✦
Nominating for: —
Note — please give the specific setting (e.g. Altrincham), don't enter 'Kids Planet'.
Nomination Received
Thank you — your nomination has been submitted. Our judging panel will review all entries and shortlists will be announced ahead of the event night. The Moulin Rouge awaits.
The Judging Panel
Our judges bring expertise, integrity and passion to every category. All shortlist decisions are made independently and impartially.
Our Charity Partner
Alder Hey Children's Charity raises funds towards the pioneering work at Alder Hey. Your support ensures the 450,000 children they see each year will have access to the best facilities and equipment, and that the benefits of their innovating work are felt by families throughout the world.
On the night, we will be hosting a charity raffle in support of Alder Hey. Prize information will be announced shortly — all proceeds go directly to this extraordinary cause.
Accommodation
Two hotels are offering preferential rates for Kids Planet Awards guests on the night of Saturday 10th October 2026. Both are within easy reach of the Kimpton Clocktower.
Kimpton Clocktower
Oxford Street, Manchester
Stay where the magic happens. We have 30 rooms reserved on a six-week release basis.
- FREE cancellation until 4:00pm on Thu 10 Sep 2026
- No deposit required
- Maximum 2 persons per room
- Check-in 3:00pm · Check-out 12:00pm
- Allocation released 29 August 2026 — book early
Leonardo Royal Manchester
City Centre, Manchester
Excellent four-star option in the heart of the city, with an exclusive rate for Kids Planet Awards guests.
Enter the promocode in the box on the Leonardo Hotels website, or contact their central reservations team direct.
Book on Leonardo (Promocode Applied) ✦Maldron Hotel Manchester
City Centre, Manchester
Modern, comfortable rooms in the heart of the city. Exclusive booking code reserved for Kids Planet Awards guests.
Visit the Maldron Hotels website and enter the booking code at checkout, or contact their reservations team direct.
Book on Maldron Hotels ✦Frequently Asked Questions
Tickets & Donations
✦ 100% of your ticket price will be donated to Alder Hey Children's Hospital, raising vital funds for the children and families they care for. ✦
Ticket Includes
- Welcome drink & dinner
- Open bar
- Live entertainment
- Donation to Alder Hey Charity
- Entry into the charity raffle
Not coming to the event but still want to support Alder Hey? Or attending and want to give a little extra? Every pound goes directly to the charity.
Please note: a donation is not a ticket — to attend the night, please purchase a ticket separately above.
Donate via JustGiving ✦Please note: if you do not show on the night of the event, you may be charged a fee to cover the cost of your place.
