This page contains a list of the key dates for your diary for the SFA National Small Business Awards 2026. These dates are subject to change so please keep an eye on this page.

• Tuesday, 02 September 2025 - Awards Launch & Applications Open
• Thursday, 09 October 2025 - B2B & Networking Event with Previous Winners and Sponsors
• Wednesday, 15 October 2025 - Nominations Close
• Friday, 24 October 2025 - Applications Close at 5pm
• Monday, 24 November 2025 - Awards Finalists announced to the media
• Wednesday, 10 December 2025 - Finalists Briefing
• Friday, 09 - Saturday, 10 January 2026 - Finalists Masterclass Training Weekend, Athlone
• Thursday, 05 February 2026 - SFA Business Connect & Finalists Exhibition, Naas
• Thursday, 05 March 2026 - Awards Gala & Ceremony, RDS