This page contains a list of the key dates for your diary for the SFA National Small Business Awards 2027.

These dates are subject to change so please keep an eye on this page.

• Thursday, 3 September 2026 - Awards Launch & Applications Open
• Thursday, 8 October 2026 - B2B & Networking Event with Previous Winners and Sponsors
• Thursday, 15 October 2026 - Nominations Close
• Friday, 23 October 2026 - Applications Close at 12pm
• Monday, 23 November 2026 - Awards Finalists announced to the media
• Tuesday, 8 December 2026 - Finalists Briefing
• Friday, 8 January 2027 - Finalists Masterclass Training Day Away, Naas
• Thursday, 4 February 2027 - SFA Business Connect & Finalists Exhibition, Naas
• Thursday, 4 March 2027 - Awards Gala & Ceremony, RDS