HEADLINE SPONSOR:
🌟 Wakefield Business Awards 2026 – Event Details
📍 Venue
WX, Union Street,Wakefield WF1 3AD
🗓️ Date & Time
Thursday 12 November 2026
Doors open at 6:00 PM | Awards Ceremony begins at 6:45 PM
After Show Party until 1:00 AM
(Please note: timings may vary slightly on the night)
👗 Dress Code
Black Tie
We encourage guests to wear pre-loved or re-worn outfits—sustainable, stylish, and full of stories.
🍷 Wine & Dine
Welcome drinks – sponsorship opportunity available – contact claire@wearewakefield.org.uk
Bar service is card only (no cash). You’ll receive a drinks pre-order form and dietary/accessibility request form after ticket purchase.
🧥 Cloakroom
An unmanned coat area will be available. Items are left at your own risk.
🚗 Getting There
- Parking:
- Trinity Walk Shopping Centre – fee payable – a few minutes walk
- Borough Road Car Park – Free after 6pm – located behind the venue
- Public Transport:
- Wakefield Bus Station is adjacent to the venue
- Short walk from Wakefield Westgate Station
- Quick drive from Wakefield Kirkgate Station
Note: No parking on-site.
🌱 Sustainable Touches
Our table centres will once again feature living, beautifully lit trees provided by The Prince of Wales Hospice. Take yours home and nurture it—donations welcome via QR code/text – information on your table.
🤝 Thank You to Our Sponsors
- Headline Sponsor: HAKO
- Supporting Sponsors: Juice Personnel Ltd & TBC
- Welcome Drinks: TBC
🎁 Goody Bags
Your goody bag awaits! Find yours on your seat with a selection of gifts and information provided by supporters of the Wakefield Business Awards.
Hey Wakefield – we can’t wait to see you on the 12th November!
Evening Highlights
Welcome Drinks Reception
Sip and mingle with a selection of drinks on arrival, courtesy of our generous sponsors.
A Yorkshire Inspired Feast
A stunning two course menu crafted by Chef Shaun Mounsey at CREATE—expect bold Yorkshire flavours and beautiful presentation.
Live Entertainment
From surprise performances to unforgettable moments—details coming soon!
Awards Ceremony
Hosted by the fabulously entertaining Dixie, we’ll celebrate outstanding achievements across 17 categories.
Silent Auction
Make your bid in our silent auction and support our Charity Partner – The Prince of Wales Hospice. 
After Show Party
Keep the celebrations going with Dixie’s DJ set until 1:00 AM. Dance, laugh, and toast to a night well spent.
Event Schedule (Subject to change)
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 18:00 | Arrival & Drinks Reception |
| 18:45 | Guests Seated |
| 19:00 | Live Performance |
| 19:10 | Awards Welcome & Sponsor Acknowledgements |
| 19:30 | Awards Presentation (Part 1) |
| 20:00 | Main Course Served |
| 21:00 | Awards Presentation (Part 2) |
| 21:30 | Desserts Served |
| 22:00 | Awards Presentation (Part 3) |
| 22:30 | Ceremony Close & After Party Begins |
| 01:00 | Carriages |
