Our annual awards celebrating Irish makers is back, proudly supported by Circle Club. This year is extremely special as we celebrate our 10th anniversary
Established in 2016, the Irish Made Awards have proudly supported makers, creatives and producers in Ireland by telling the stories of the people behind the products that are uniquely Irish-made. Every year for the past decade, the finalists and winners have showcased something truly special. That the products being made here in Ireland are totally unique. That they are high in quality, sustainably and ethically produced, and each tell a story of our small country.
From candles made with bog cotton in the west of Ireland, and native heather honey harvested on the east coast, to jewellery crafted by hand in a small studio being exported and revered globally – there are so many talented and passionate makers on this island and the Irish Made Awards were established to spread that message.
Who should enter?
Are you making a product on the island of Ireland? If so, we want to hear from you. Whether you’re a sole trader or an SME exporting internationally, you’re in year one or year 100 of business, you are welcome to enter.
If that’s not you, then help us spread the word! Encourage your favourite Irish makers to put themselves forward or share the details within your community. For more information on entering, check out our FAQ post here.
Rising star award
New for 2026 is our Rising Star Award. Everyone who enters this year will be given the opportunity to nominate a young Irish Made business and then vote for the winner. It’s your chance to pay it forward and ensure the future of this community looks bright. As they say, a rising tide lifts all boats.
2026 categories
■ Fashion
■ Accessories
■ Jewellery
■ Beauty
■ Wellness
■ Home
■ Food
■ Drink
■ Kids
■ Pets
■ Gift
■ Sustainability
■ Local Retailer
■ Lifetime Achievement
■ Rising Star Award
‘A decade of storytelling’
Our theme for 2026 is all about celebrating the stories told through the Irish Made Awards. While there are many wonderful business awards out there, the Irish Made Awards have always championed the people behind the spreadsheets and sales figures. We have celebrated the stories that come with building a brand – the passionate spark that ignited the idea – not to mention the fact that the tradition of storytelling is one that runs deep within Ireland’s culture. This year, we will be paying particular attention to the entries that tell the story behind the product.
Club at Bord Gáis Energy Theatre//Claire Nash
Powerful partnership
We are delighted to announce Circle Club as the Headline Partner of the Irish Made Awards. Nestled within the iconic Bord Gáis Energy Theatre is the Circle Club, Dublin’s only private members’ theatre club. Circle Club offers members a luxurious social environment in which they can network with clients in a unique way or host friends and family for the hottest shows in town.
Emma Clarkin, head of marketing at Circle Club, says: “We are proud to partner with the Irish Made Awards once again, especially as they celebrate 10 years of championing Irish creativity and entrepreneurship. A decade of storytelling is a remarkable milestone, and one that truly reflects the spirit of Irish business. At Circle Club, hospitality and culture are at the heart of everything we do, creating space for meaningful connections and shared experiences. Supporting an initiative that shines a light on Irish talent, innovation and community feels especially fitting for us in 2026.”
The Grand Prize
The Overall Winner of the Irish Made Awards 2026 will not only walk away with a prestigious €12,000 premium advertising package from Irish Country Magazine, but they’ll also receive an annual Producers Circle membership for Circle Club. Membership benefits include exclusive access to the private lounge, dedicated account management services, the best seats in the house from which to enjoy the performance and more. Designed with small businesses in mind, benefits can be used company wide by clients, suppliers, staff and shared among family and friends.
For full terms, conditions and entering guidelines, please see irishcountrymagazine.ie/awards. We trust that entrants will be 100% transparent and honest in declaring that their product is made in Ireland, but if it comes to the judges’ attention that finalists have misrepresented this element, finalists can be subject to removal.
To be in with a chance of being shortlisted, enter the form below. Deadline is before midnight on 29 May, 2026. Please note, details of manufacturing on the island of Ireland must be made clear in your entry pitch.
Best of luck! To read advice from past judges on how to stand out as an entry, click here. For FAQ, click here. And, for tickets to the awards ceremony in Johnstown Estate, click here.
