Nominations are now open for the Gaydio Pride Awards 2025, which will take place on Friday, March 14, 2025 at the Hilton Hotel in Manchester – with nominations open from Friday, November 29.
The 2025 ceremony will once again be dedicated to recognising and celebrating the efforts made to better LGBTQ+ lives in the UK – with a focus on regional and grassroots efforts whilst giving thanks to the unsung champions working tirelessly to create safer, more inclusive spaces and improve lives within the queer community.
This year, 13 categories will be open to nominees across the country, including –
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Venue of the Year – Celebrates inclusive spaces that provide safety and belonging for the queer community;
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Event of the Year – Honouring spectacular events that offer escapism or entertainment for LGBTQ+ people.
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Enterprise Award – Recognising LGBTQ+ businesses and trailblazers fostering inclusivity and diversity in the workplace.
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Pride Network of the Year supported by Cadent – Highlighting workplace LGBTQ+ networks driving meaningful initiatives for queer colleagues.
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Volunteer of the Year supported by Explore! – Acknowledging volunteers who dedicate their time to delivering positive change for the LGBTQ+ community.
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Charity of the Year – Recognising exceptional work by charities bettering LGBTQ+ lives.
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Influencer of the Year supported by Kayak – Given to an LGBTQ+ individual who has used their platform to raise awareness of queer struggles.
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Sports Team of the Year – Celebrating excellence and inclusion by LGBTQ+ sports teams.
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Pride Organisation of the Year – Recognising Pride organisations delivering outstanding events or initiatives.
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Music Artist of the Year supported by Schuh – Honouring artists driving LGBTQ+ awareness through activism or performances.
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Outstanding Entertainment Contribution supported by Stanley – Celebrating public figures highlighting LGBTQ+ causes.
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Lifetime Achievement supported by Aer Lingus – Honouring lifelong dedication to advancing LGBTQ+ issues.
Nominations for the nine categories will close on Sunday, January 5, 2025 – giving people the opportunity to shine a light on the people, charities, events and organisations that are making a positive difference to the lives of the LGBTQ+ community across the UK.
Nominations can be made HERE. Nominees will then be whittled down to a shortlist and an eventual winner will be chosen by a panel of esteemed community judges.
The annual ceremony, which launched in 2023, honours LGBTQ+ charities, organisations and people across 13 categories. Over the past two years, the glamorous ceremonies have seen performances from Grammy Award nominee Raye; BRIT Award nominees Jazzy, Caity Baser and Talia Mar; alongside Drag Race winner Danny Beard; and global DJ Sigala, with appearances from a host of celeb guests, including Rhian Sugden, Layton Williams, Andy Burnham, Charley Marlowe, Dr Ranj Singh and Ella Morgan.
Kriss Herbert, Network Content Director at Gaydio, said: “We’re beyond excited to announce the return of the Gaydio Pride Awards in 2025. These awards are about shining a spotlight on the incredible people, events, organisations, and charities that work tirelessly to champion and support the LGBTQ+ community across the UK 365 days a year.
“Nominations are now open to the public, giving everyone the chance to celebrate those who inspire change, make a positive impact, and work tirelessly to improve the lives of LGBTQ+ people all year round!”
For more information, to nominate and to buy tickets for the event head, CLICK HERE