OACT Sleep-Out Returns for 2026

Oldham Athletic Community Trust is proud to announce the return of the OACT Sleep-Out, taking place on Friday 24 April 2026 at Boundary Park.

Following the success of last year’s event, the Sleep-Out returns by popular demand after raising awareness of the challenges faced by people experiencing homelessness across Oldham. The 2025 event created a fantastic atmosphere, with participants coming together in the spirit of community, reflection and fundraising.

In 2026, we are going again and aiming even higher. This year, our goal is simple: to smash last year’s total and make an even greater impact for those who need support the most.

The Sleep-Out offers participants the chance to spend one night outdoors at Boundary Park, providing a small insight into the challenges faced by people without a secure place to call home.

Participants will sleep under the open sky at Boundary Park, hear from local charities about the work they do in Oldham, and share the experience with others who are passionate about making a difference in our community.

Funds raised through the Sleep-Out will support a range of local partners tackling homelessness, food poverty and hardship across the borough, helping to provide essential services and long-term support for vulnerable individuals and families.

There are plenty of ways to get involved. Participants can sign up to take part, fundraise through friends, family and colleagues, or simply help spread the word and support those who are braving the night outdoors.

By coming together once again, we can raise awareness, support local charities and make the 2026 Sleep-Out bigger, bolder and more impactful than ever before.

Last year, funds raised supported a number of local charities, including NorthCare Charity who we will once again collaborate this year alongside hosts and organisers Oldham Athletic Community Trust.

This year’s Sleep-Out comes at an exciting time for Oldham Athletic Community Trust as the charity continues to deliver its new ‘A Better Oldham’ strategy. OACT is committed to positive action that helps address inequalities faced across the borough, working collaboratively to create lasting impact within local communities.

There will be a £15 registration fee to take part, with all participants encouraged to raise a minimum of £50 in sponsorship. Prizes will be awarded to the top fundraisers on the night.

Anyone interested in taking part can sign up by registering their interest by emailing adrian.stores@oact.org.uk.

Don’t just sleep on it - Sleep Out for a great cause.