SPONSORED BY
Bangor Business Awards 2026
Showcasing the best of Bangor’s businesses
Closing date for all entries 5pm on 29th September 2026
Bangor Business Awards are back for 2026! Organised by Bangor Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by The Fusco Group, the awards will once again showcase the array of great businesses we have right across the city.
The awards are free to enter and open to businesses of all sizes, from start-ups to global exporters and everything in between. Shortlisted finalists will be announced in advance of the Gala Awards dinner, to be held at Clandeboye Lodge Hotel on Thursday 5th November 2026.
Welcome From Principal Sponsor, The Fusco Group
“We are extremely proud to be in a position to sponsor the Bangor Business awards again this year. We feel it’s extremely important to recognise individuals and entities who tirelessly drive the greater Bangor area to be a more vibrant place to visit, live and work”
Jonathan Fusco
General Manager
The Fusco Group
Welcome From Organiser, Bangor Chamber Of Commerce
“Bangor Chamber of Commerce is delighted to mark our return for 2026, celebrating the biggest awards event in our history which will champion the achievements and successes of our local business community and celebrate the resilience, motivation and passion which such a wide range of business individuals and entrepreneurs demonstrate across our city every day.”
“I would urge every business in the Bangor area to consider the many categories available to enter this year and ensure they make their official submissions before the closing date to be in with a chance to win
The awards are FREE to enter, and the submissions can be made through our website.
Frank Shivers
Bangor Chamber of Commerce President
President's Charity of theYear
Chamber President, Frank Shivers, has chosen PIPS Suicide Preventation Ireland as our charity partner for the awards this year. This charity provides much needed help to individuals, families and organisations who have been affected by suicide or mental unwellness.
Key Dates
- Open for entries:
1st September 2026
- Closing Date:
5pm 29th September 2026 - Finalists announced:
8th October 2026 - Tickets go on sale for Gala dinner:
14th October 2026
- Gala dinner and awards:
5th November 2026
Awards Process
1
Prepare your entry: Read Terms and Conditions and check the category listings and criteria to make sure you are eligible. We strongly advise that you prepare your entry on an external document and once complete, copy your text and submit your entry. The website DOES NOT SAVE your entry when inputting online, so please be sure to make a spare copy.
2
Enter awards via our website. You will be asked to answer 1 question for each award category, with a maximum of 400 words. Check your company and contact details are entered correctly.
3
Judging: Judging will commence once the closing date has passed. This will be completed via a judging panel of industry professionals.
4
Shortlist announced: shortlisted entries will be contacted by email and the full list will be published on our website and in the County Down Spectator.
5
Gala Awards Dinner: Winners will be announced at the Gala Dinner. Make sure to get your tickets! Winners will be posted on our website and in the County Down Spectator.