Cake! Network

The 2026 ACDN Awards

Put someone forward.

Nominations are open until Sunday 30 August, across all four pillars. Anyone can nominate, you can nominate yourself, and you do not need to be a member to enter or to be nominated. Pick the pillar that fits and the form will do the rest.

  • Individual makers

    Artistic

    Seven awards for the makers whose work set the standard, plus Cake Decorator of the Year.

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  • Cake businesses and educators

    Small Business

    Eight awards for the businesses behind the cakes and the people who teach the craft.

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  • Shops, suppliers and products

    Retail, Wholesale and Product

    Four awards for the retailers, suppliers and products the industry runs on.

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  • The people who lift everyone

    Community

    Rising Talent, for the newcomer worth watching. ACDN Choice is not open for nomination.

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