OLDHAM BUSINESS AWARDS
MAIN EVENT 2026
Date: Friday 2nd October 2026
Locations: The Loom, Parliament Square, Oldham, OL1 1AS
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Event Details
Everything you need to know at a glance – from date and venue to entertainment, schedule, and ticket info.
The Oldham Business Awards is the flagship celebration of business excellence in the borough. This year’s date and location are still to be confirmed.
Tickets include a sparkling welcome drink, two-course dinner, awards presentation and live entertainment.
Doors open: 6:00pm
Last orders: 12:30am
Carriages: 01:30am
Dress code: Black tie / formal attire. The event has a Great Gatsby-inspired 1920s theme, but fancy dress is not expected. Guests are welcome to add a subtle nod to the era through their style or accessories.
Parking: Free parking is available to Oldham Business Awards guests from 6pm on Friday 2nd October until 11am on Saturday 3rd October at Southgate Street and Waterloo Street.
This year’s host, as always, is the delightful Caroline Whitmore, who will guide guests through the evening with warmth, professionalism, and charm, alongside live entertainment from returning comedian Justin Moorhouse and returning for their third year the Not Quite Big Band!
Your ticket includes a sparkling welcome drink on arrival, a two course dinner, complimentary wine on each table, access to an on-site casino, full awards presentation, and live entertainment, ensuring a memorable and high-quality awards experience from start to finish.
Click to view the full menu available on the night
Mains
Roast Beef Dinner – Locally sourced Pennine beef served medium, with Yorkshire pudding, roasted potatoes, and new potatoes.
Homemade Vegetable Lasagne (V) – Layered vegetable lasagne with cheese sauce, served with garlic bread and salad garnish.
(All mains include freshly cooked seasonal vegetables.)
Dessert
Homemade Apple Pie (V) – Warm apple pie with cinnamon-spiced apples and fresh cream.
“I’m incredibly honoured to receive the Business Person of the Year award. The application process itself was a valuable experience, as it pushed me to reflect on our journey, our values, and the positive impact Cornerstone Estates & Lettings has within Oldham. Being thorough in that process reminded me how far we’ve come and why our work matters, which makes this recognition even more meaningful.”
Shereen Howarth / Business Person of the Year 2024
Here’s what our attendees thought…
Watch highlights from last year’s Oldham Business Awards and hear from local rugby league player Terry Flanagan, as he shares his thoughts on leadership, community, and what makes Oldham’s business network so strong. Enjoy moments from a night celebrating local success and achievement.
Frequently asked questions
The Oldham Business Awards celebrate local businesses, entrepreneurs, and community leaders who have made a significant impact in Oldham. The event highlights achievements across various sectors, showcasing innovation, growth, and community contribution.
Any business, entrepreneur, or individual based in Oldham or serving the local community can be nominated. Nominations can be submitted by the business itself or by colleagues, clients, or members of the public who want to recognise outstanding achievement.
Nominations can be submitted online through the official Oldham Business Awards website. Each category has specific criteria, and you will be asked to provide details of the nominee’s achievements, impact, and contribution to the community or industry.
The awards ceremony is an annual event, usually taking place in the latter part of the year, usually the first Friday in October. This year it is 2nd October. This years event will be held at the new event space in Oldham, The Loom. It’s an evening of networking, celebration, and recognition of local business excellence.
Winners are chosen by the Oldham Business Awards steering group in conjunction with the category sponsors. Together, they review all nominations against the judging criteria to ensure a fair, thorough, and impartial selection process.
Yes! The Oldham Business Awards ceremony is open to all members of the local business community, supporters, and guests. Tickets can be purchased closer to the event, offering you a chance to network, celebrate local achievements, and enjoy the evening’s entertainment.
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