The 2026 ACDN Awards
Put someone forward.
Nominations and voting have both closed. The scores are being tallied and reviewed, and the finalists are announced here on 26 September.
- Individual makersClosed
Artistic
Seven awards for the makers whose work set the standard, plus Cake Decorator of the Year.
- Cake businesses and educatorsClosed
Small Business
Eight awards for the businesses behind the cakes and the people who teach the craft.
- Shops, suppliers and productsClosed
Retail, Wholesale and Product
Four awards for the retailers, suppliers and products the industry runs on.
- The people who lift everyoneClosed
Community
Rising Talent, for the newcomer worth watching. ACDN Choice is not open for nomination.