THE BIG 4
These are the higher profile awards, decided by the project team behind the Gaydio Awards. We’ll reveal these winners on Friday 20th March 2026.
GAYDIO ICON
Recognising a high profile individual who shouts loudly about LGBTQ+ rights and really does the most to call out those against our community.
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD SUPPORTED BY TESCO
Awarded to an individual who has worked tirelessly throughout their life to push LGBTQ+ issues to the forefront and made a difference to queer lives
OUTSTANDING ENTERTAINMENT CONTRIBUTION SUPPORTED BY HAYU
Awarded to an individual in the public eye who has used there platform to highlight LGBTQ+ causes
MUSIC ARTIST OF THE YEAR SUPPORTED BY STANLEY1913
Awarded to an artist who has made significant contribution to raising awareness of LGBTQ+ issues through activism and/or performances
THE SHORTLIST
VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR SUPPORTED BY EXPLORE WORLDWIDE
A pride or charity volunteer who have dedicated their own time to deliver positive change for the LGBTQ+ community.
- Andrew Waite
- Daniel Browne
- Shell Buckle
INFLUENCER OF THE YEAR SUPPORTED BY KAYAK
Given to an LGBTQ+ individual who has used their platform to raise awareness of queer struggles and acting as a voice for good for those in our community who may not be heard.
- Alexis & Liam Blake
- Ali Najjar & Adam Imber
- Bimini
PRIDE ORGANISATION OF THE YEAR SUPPORTED BY LONDON WOMEN’S CLINIC
Awarded to a pride organisation for delivering exceptional events or initiatives for the LGBTQ+ community in their area.
- Happy Valley Pride
- Great Yarmouth & Waveney Pride
- Trans Pride Brighton
QUEER ARTS & CULTURE AWARD SUPPORTED BY SKOPES
Recognising individuals or companies who are putting queer arts & culture on the map LGBTQ+ screenwriters, theatre productions, artists, galleries, etc.
- Queer Britain Museum
- Queer East
- BFI Flare
VENUE OF THE YEAR
Awarded to an LGBTQ+ venue who strive to provide an inclusive space where the queer community feel safe.
- Corset Club, Glasgow
- Eagle, Manchester
- Scene, Lincoln
EVENT OF THE YEAR
Awarded for providing a spectacular form of escapism or entertainment for LGBTQ+ people.
- Cardiff Lions Drag Rugby
- Out & Wild Festival
- Sparkle
ENTERPRISE AWARD
Recognising the workplace trailblazers, LGBTQ+ businesses and their owners who have gone above and beyond to create a culture of inclusivity and diversity.
- Bootyque
- Grounded MCR
- Queerify
PRIDE NETWORK OF THE YEAR
Awarded to a professional business network of LGBTQ+ colleagues who have delivered schemes and initiatives to better the lives of queer employees.
- BT Pride Network
- Intermedia UK
- PINCC – NSPCC
- Tesco Pride Network
- Universal Pride Network
- Worldpay Pride Network
CHARITY OF THE YEAR
Awarded to a charity that has demonstrated exceptional work to better the lives of the queer community.
- Not A Phase
- Sahir
- Proud2bParents
SPORTS CLUB OF THE YEAR
An award for demonstration of excellence for an LGBTQ+ club or sports team
- Ishigaki Jujitsu
- London Royals Hockey Club
- Village Manchester FC
LGBTQ+ PODCAST OF THE YEAR
Recognition of a UK podcast that amplifies queer voices, reflects LGBTQ+ lifestyles, hosted by LGBTQ+ talent.
- The Gossip Gays
- Proudly Said
- The Pieces with Bimini
QUEER MEDIA AWARD
Awarded to a queer TV show, book or film that positively and demonstrably amplifies LGBTQ+ lifestyles through storytelling or utilising queer talent.
- Koupepia
- We’ll Go Down In History
- Dear Viv