Shortlisted? You’re invited
Thursday 10 September 2026 | Jumeirah, Carlton Tower, London.
Making the shortlist doesn’t just mean recognition - it unlocks an exclusive moment in the C&IT Awards calendar.
All shortlisted entrants will be invited to the Shortlist Party, a private celebration bringing together the very best work, teams and talent from across the industry.
Taking place on Thursday 10 September 2026 at the Jumeirah Carlton Tower, London, it’s your first opportunity to celebrate your achievement, connect with fellow finalists, and build momentum ahead of the awards ceremony.
Expect a standout setting, a room full of industry leaders, and the energy that comes from knowing you’re officially among the best.
This is where the shortlist comes to life.
WHAT TO EXPECT
The Shortlist Party is more than a celebration - it’s your first moment in the spotlight:
Champagne reception - arrive, reconnect and celebrate with fellow finalists in an elegant setting.
The shortlist reveal atmosphere - a room filled with the teams and individuals shaping the industry right now.
High-level networking - connect with peers, clients and collaborators in a more relaxed, social environment.
First look at your competition - meet the names you’ll be up against ahead of the awards ceremony.
Momentum building - the energy, anticipation and excitement as the industry counts down to the big night.
Every moment is designed to recognise your achievement so far - and set the tone for what’s to come.
ACCESSIBILITY
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.
SUSTAINABILITY
WE CAN MAKE THE BIGGEST IMPACT AND REAL CHANGE TOGETHER BY CREATING MORE SUSTAINABLE EVENTS
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 Jumeirah, Carlton Tower 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.
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.