04/06/2026
A huge thank you to everyone who entered the inaugural Antrim & Newtownabbey Business Awards 2026!
We’ve been truly blown away by the response, which highlights the vibrancy of our local business community!
Entries will now be reviewed by our independent judging panel, with shortlisted finalists announced on 11th June.
Finalists will then be invited to a short online interview on 24th and 25th June, except for the retail category, which will go to a public vote.
Then it’s on to the big night... 🏆
Join us at the ANBAs Gala Awards Evening on Thursday 1st October 2026, 6.30pm at the Dunadry Hotel, where finalists, sponsors and guests will come together for an evening of recognition, connection and celebration, hosted by Neil Delamere!
Keep an eye on our page over the coming weeks as we reveal this year’s finalists 👀
With thanks to our Title Sponsor, Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough, and our Associate Sponsors Revelation Accountants and Henderson Foodservice.
The ANBAs are professionally managed by plannd, with an independent judging panel appointed to ensure a fair and robust process across all categories.