March 31st, 2026.



Ben has announced that bookings are now open for Ben Ball 2026, its flagship event, proudly supported by headline sponsor, Autotrader. Ben Ball is returning to London for another extraordinary night of connection and celebration.

Over 600 people will gather at the iconic London Hilton on Park Lane on Tuesday the 15th of December for one of the most anticipated nights in the automotive industry calendar. In the heart of the capital, Ben Ball 2026 promises to be an experience that brings the automotive community together.

Hosted at one of London’s most prestigious venues, the evening offers guests entertainment, dining and dancing that carries on well into the night. Above all, it’s an opportunity for Ben to show gratitude to the industry for its life-changing and life-saving support of automotive colleagues who are struggling or in crisis.

Book your place today at www.ben.org.uk/benball

Individual tickets start from £400 and tables start from £4,000. New table packages and exclusive sponsorship opportunities provide businesses with the chance to host valued clients, reward their teams and showcase their brand in front of influential industry leaders.

Beyond a night of celebration lies a deeper purpose. Every sponsorship package, ticket or table sold helps fund Ben’s work. The need for Ben’s health and wellbeing support has never been greater and events like Ben Ball play a critical role in ensuring no-one in the industry who is struggling or in crisis faces this alone.

Rachel Clift, CEO of Ben, said: “We’re thrilled to officially open bookings today for Ben Ball 2026 which is set to be an incredible evening of celebration for our automotive family. Ben Ball is a true highlight of the automotive calendar and a fantastic opportunity for people in our industry to make a real difference. Ben Ball is more than just an event; it’s a vibrant evening where new partnerships and connections are formed as the automotive community comes together to celebrate and support one another.

“We’re seeing more and more people in our industry facing complex challenges in their lives and they need us now more than ever. Ben Ball plays a vital role in helping us continue our life-changing and often life-saving support. We expect tickets to sell quickly, so we encourage everyone to book early and join us for what promises to be a truly unforgettable evening.”

Nathan Coe, CEO of Autotrader, said: "We’re proud to continue supporting Ben Ball. At a time when both individuals and businesses are facing significant challenges, the work Ben does to support the physical, mental, and financial wellbeing of our automotive community has never been more important. It’s a privilege to support a charity that provides such an essential safety net for our industry when it’s needed most."