Students, this is your sign for to enter the 68th ICAD Awards🔔
Submit your design, advertising or production body of work, with the entry fee remaining just €25 for all students and recent graduates.
Open exclusively to ICAD members, the ICAD Awards have set the benchmark for creative excellence in Ireland since 1958.
For 2026, the Awards has grown to recognise more forms of creative excellence in digital, social, PR, sustainability, accessibility, Irish language, and more disciplines across production.
Explore the new categories and find where your work belongs. Then become a member and enter for your chance to take home ICAD glory.
ICAD.ie
The early bird catches the worm. The worm in this instance is the best price. Act soon or miss out. Early bird ends on 10 May, with the final deadline set for 3 June.
#ICADAwards2026
Entries Now Open.
Now in their 68th year, the ICAD Awards have been the benchmark for creative excellence in Ireland since 1958. We celebrate the ideas, craft, and ambition that push the industry forward.
Early Bird entries available now for just €100 until 10 May. Final deadline: 3 June.
If you’ve made something worth shouting about this year, this is your stage. And remember, you must be a member to enter.
Head to ICAD.ie to renew your membership, learn more and submit your work.
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Can't wait to see you all this evening. Doors open at 6 with our expert panel starting at 630 and awards at 730. Last few tickets available at edaireland.ie .
Huge thanks to our friends at Fidelity and Whiplash for opening their doors to us on awards night! Join us for a post awards show party from 9 til late !
Tickets for the awards still available edaireland.ie . Link in our bio.
⏳ One week to go!
The countdown is officially on for the Emerging Directors Awards 2026, and tickets are nearly gone.
Join us at the Light House Cinema for an unforgettable night celebrating Ireland’s most exciting emerging film talent, hosted by the brilliant @shanedanbyrne@lighthousecinema
📅 Thursday 30 April
⏰ 6–10pm (doors 5:45pm)
From standout screenings to industry recognition, it’s set to be a night not to miss.
🎟️ Don't miss the chance to book your tickets : https://edaireland.ie/
Thrilled to welcome Rebecca Bourke Founder & Executive Producer of Assembly as the moderator for our upcoming expert panel at the EDA Awards.
With over 20 years shaping bold, award-winning work across film, TV, and commercial production, Rebecca brings a global perspective, an incredible eye for talent, and a track record that speaks for itself, from Tribeca premieres to Disney+ releases.
Expect sharp insights, dynamic conversation, and a panel that goes beyond the surface.
🎟️ Tickets are moving so don’t miss your chance to be in the room for this one.
Awards and Panel discussion taking place on the 30th of April @ Light House Cinema from 6PM onwards..
Secure yours now via our website.
It’s here!! 🎉
The EDA 2026 shortlist has officially dropped.
From bold ideas to outstanding craft, this year’s shortlist showcases some of the very best work across the industry. See who’s made the cut:
🔗 https://edaireland.ie/2026-shortlist
Now it’s time to experience it all in person.
Join us for Beyond the Award – Building a Sustainable Directing Career followed by the EDA Awards ceremony — where the winners will be revealed.
🎟️ Tickets are selling fast don’t miss your chance: www.edaireland.ie
