C&IT Awards Ceremony | Celebrate the Best in B2B Events

A GALA NIGHT LIKE NO OTHER
Celebrate the innovators, visionaries and leaders shaping the events industry at the C&IT Awards 2026 Ceremony

Step into London's most stunning new venue for an unforgettable evening of networking, celebration and inspiration. Expect sparkling receptions, exquisite dining, show-stopping moments and momories that last long after the night ends

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MAKE IT UNFORGETTABLE

The C&IT Awards Ceremony is a night of recognition, celebration, and connection. With the brand-new Peninsula London as the backdrop, this year promises to be bigger, brighter, and more spectacular than ever.

Raise a toast. Celebrate excellence. Make memories.

This year, the C&IT Awards are moving to The Peninsula London, a brand-new luxury hotel offering:

Iconic architecture and modern grandeur - a breathtaking backdrop for an evening of celebration.

Exquisite spaces designed for gala events - perfect for dinner, awards presentations, and networking.

Legendary Peninsula service and hospitality - ensuring every guest feels like a VIP.

Panoramic London views - from Hyde Park Corner to Wellington Arch, this venue makes a statement.

Experience the difference a world-class venue makes.

MORE ABOUT THE VENUE

The C&IT Awards Ceremony is more than just an awards night - it’s an experience:

Red carpet arrival & Champagne welcome - start your evening in style.

Three-course gourmet dinner - paired with fine wines and impeccable service.

Live awards presentation - celebrating the people and teams driving the industry forward.

After-party with DJ - network and dance the night away.

Every moment is designed to celebrate your achievements and connect you with industry leaders.

Join over 200 industry leaders, agencies, venues, suppliers, and in-house teams for a night that:

Recognises innovation and excellence across the events industry.

Offers unrivalled networking opportunities.

Brings together the people who shape the future of events.

We are dedicated to making our events enjoyable for everyone, regardless of their abilities or circumstances.

So please let us know if you have any special requirements such as dietary needs based on religious or medical grounds, the need for a private or quiet space during the event, alternative formats such as Braille or large print, hearing loops, British Sign Language interpreter, wheelchair access, high backed chair etc.

Please contact [email protected] so that the necessary adjustments can be made.

We have made considered choices in the planning of the event and selected our suppliers carefully to ensure they share our strong commitment to sustainability to reduce the environmental impact and increase the positive social and economic contribution.

Here are some of the positive changes we have made to the event:

Our chosen venue The Peninsula, London is easy to reach by public transport and we encourage all of our guests to use low emissions means of transport when travelling to our events
You can find out more about our venues commitment to sustainability here.
Our menu is chosen with the aim of reducing our food miles by working with the venue to choose a locally sourced and seasonal menu.
We will be using the TRACE by isla platform to reduce our carbon footprint by measuring the emissions from the event.

Haymarket Media Group is proud to announce that we have gained ISO 20121 certification making us among the first media companies to become accredited in the UK. You can find more about our sustainability initiatives here.

AWARDS NIGHT

WHY THE PENINSULA, LONDON

WHAT TO EXPECT

WHO ATTENDS?

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