Global, the media organisation behind Capital Network, has announced comprehensive details for the upcoming Raye Winning Weekend promotion, scheduled to take place across the final weekend of January 2026. This exciting competition offers listeners multiple chances to win pairs of tickets to see the acclaimed artist Raye live in concert at major UK venues.
Promotion Overview and Schedule
The Raye Winning Weekend promotion will run from Saturday 31st January 2026 to Sunday 1st February 2026 exclusively on the Capital Network. Organised by Global with Metropolis Music serving as the Promotion Partner and Prize Provider, the competition features five distinct rounds spread across the two-day period. Each round corresponds to specific time slots and geographical broadcast areas, with some rounds including Scotland in their coverage while others exclude the Scottish broadcasts.
Competition Round Schedule
Listeners must tune in to Capital Network during the following precise time windows to participate:
- Saturday 31st January, 09:00–12:00 – Broadcast includes Scotland
- Saturday 31st January, 12:00–16:00 – Broadcast excludes Scotland
- Saturday 31st January, 16:00–19:00 – Broadcast includes Scotland
- Sunday 1st February, 09:00–12:00 – Broadcast includes Scotland
- Sunday 1st February, 12:00–16:00 – Broadcast excludes Scotland
Entry Procedure and Requirements
To enter the competition, participants must listen carefully during the specified time slots. Presenters will announce a particular Raye song for each round. When listeners hear the designated track played in full on air, they must immediately send a text message containing the keyword 'RAYE' to the shortcode 83958. The entry window lasts only for the duration of the song itself.
Important entry restrictions include:
- Only UK residents aged 18 or over who are physically present in the UK at the time of entry may participate
- One entry per person per competition round – duplicate entries will be automatically excluded
- Participants must use the same phone number throughout the entire promotion period
- Multiple entries using different names, phone numbers, or devices constitute a breach of terms
- Bulk, automated, or third-party entries are strictly prohibited and will result in disqualification
Selection Process and Winner Verification
Within thirty minutes of each competition round closing, all eligible entries will be entered into a random draw. One correct entry will be selected per round. Global representatives will then call the selected entrants on the telephone number used for entry. Winners must answer the call personally – voicemail responses or calls answered by others will result in disqualification.
Selected entrants may be required to answer additional questions or complete tasks during a recorded call that could be broadcast live or pre-recorded. Before any broadcast, Global reserves the right to conduct eligibility verification through participation questions. Winners may need to provide photographic identification and proof of address before receiving their prize.
Prize Details and Specific Conditions
Five winners in total – one from each competition round – will each receive a pair of seated e-tickets to a Raye concert of their choice from the following options:
- Manchester, Co-op Live – Tuesday 17th February (Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult over 18)
- Glasgow, OVO Hydro – Friday 20th February (Over 8s only, under 16s must be accompanied by an adult over 18)
- Birmingham, bp pulse live – Monday 23rd February (Under 14s must be accompanied and seated with an adult over 18)
- London, The O2 – Thursday 26th February (Under 15s must be accompanied by an adult over 18)
- London, The O2 – Friday 27th February (Under 15s must be accompanied by an adult over 18)
Significant prize conditions include:
- Tickets will be delivered electronically at least 48 hours before the event
- Winners and their guests are responsible for all travel, accommodation, and additional expenses
- Prizes are non-transferable and non-refundable with no cash alternative available
- Global reserves the right to substitute prizes with alternatives of equal or greater value
- Attendees must comply with all venue terms and conditions and any applicable COVID-19 measures
Data Protection and Publicity
By entering the promotion, participants acknowledge that Global, Metropolis Music, and associated partners may process their personal data for administration purposes. Personal information may be retained for up to three years to fulfil regulatory obligations. Winners should note that Global and Metropolis Music may publish their name, image, geographical location, and association with the promotion across various media platforms for publicity purposes, subject to privacy policies and applicable laws.
Participants with enquiries about the Raye Winning Weekend promotion are directed to contact Global's customer support team through their official website. All entrants must comply with both these specific rules and Global's General Terms and Conditions, available on their website, with entry constituting acceptance of all applicable terms.
