Britain's Got Talent series 20: applications close in October

Description: The twentieth series of the ITV talent show is taking applications until 16 October 2026, with the audition days staged at the Winter Gardens in Blackpool on 6, 7 and 8 October 2026, two sessions a day at midday and half past five. Any act is welcome, from singing and dancing to comedy and pure novelty, and the show also accepts nominations, so you can put forward someone else. The series is expected on screen in late April 2027. Free audience tickets for the audition days are handled separately through the ticketing partner.

Requirements: Open to acts of any kind, solo or group. The eligibility conditions are set out on the broadcaster's application page. No prior professional experience is required.

Pay: Applying is free. The source page does not mention any fee for taking part in the auditions; the series prize is decided by the broadcaster and is not detailed on this page.

How to apply: Apply through the broadcaster's official application page, in person, by video or via WhatsApp, or submit a nomination for someone else, before 16 October 2026.

Official source: hellorayo.co.uk