Join us at the Indigo at The O2!
1 October 2026
The O2's more exclusive little sister is playing host for the 2026 British Podcast Awards.
Think electric vibes, amazing sound, and an atmosphere so exclusive, you'll feel like you've won the golden ticket.
Kick off your evening with exclusive early access to the British Podcast Awards. Walk the Pink Carpet before the crowds, connect with the podcasting industry's leading creators and professionals, and enjoy premium seating for the ceremony.
🌟 Exclusive early access from 6:00pm – 8:00pm
🌟 Two-hour inclusive drinks reception in the VIP Lounge
🌟 Premium canapés and bowl food served throughout the networking reception
🌟 The opportunity to network with finalists, judges, sponsors and fellow podcasters
🌟 Reserved premium cabaret seating with front-and-centre views of the awards ceremony (tables seat up to four guests)
🌟 Access to the BPA Cushion Wall to collect your custom British Podcast Awards finalists' cushion *One finalists' cushion is provided for each nominated podcast.
🌟 Entry to the official after-party, including the dessert buffet
Experience the excitement of the British Podcast Awards as you join finalists, winners and the wider podcasting community for an unforgettable evening celebrating the UK's best podcasts.
🌟 Entry from 8:00pm to the British Podcast Awards
🌟 Walk the British Podcast Awards Pink Carpet on arrival
🌟 Theatre-style seating on the ground floor for the awards ceremony (available on a first-come, first-served basis)
🌟 Access to the BPA Cushion Wall to collect your custom British Podcast Awards finalists' cushion. *One finalists' cushion is provided for each nominated podcast.
🌟 Access to the official after-party, including the dessert buffet
18:00 – 20:00 | Gold Networking Ticket Holders Arrive
Begin the evening by walking the iconic British Podcast Awards pink carpet.
Gold Networking ticket holders will enjoy exclusive access to the VIP Lounge, featuring a two-hour drinks reception and a selection of premium canapés and bowl food, catered by Moving Venue.
Meet our expert judging panel, finalists, fellow podcasters, and industry partners including Spotify, Canon, Sue Terry Voices and Industria Studios.
20:00 – 20:30 | General Admission Arrivals
General Admission ticket holders are welcomed to walk the British Podcast Awards pink carpet before making their way into the auditorium.
All guests are invited to take their seats ahead of the ceremony. General ticket holders do not have reserved seating.
20:30 | The British Podcast Awards Ceremony Begins
Celebrate the UK's biggest night in podcasting alongside finalists, creators, industry leaders and sponsors as we reveal this year's winners.
Previous ceremonies have featured appearances from some of the biggest names in podcasting and entertainment, with this year's special guests to be announced.
Past years have included celebrity appearances from Idris Elba, Pete Wicks, Jamie Laing, Greg James, Olivia Attwood, Claudia Winkleman, Steven Bartlett and more!
22:00 | British Podcast Awards After Party
The celebrations continue after the ceremony.
Enjoy dessert stations, raise a glass with this year's winners, reconnect with the podcasting community, and don't forget to collect your British Podcast Awards finalists' cushion from the legendary BPA Cushion Wall.
23:30 | Last Order
The bars close as the evening begins to wind down.
00:00 | Event Close
Thank you for joining us at the British Podcast Awards.
We look forward to welcoming you again next year!
Here is what you missed last year...
This year, we are thrilled to announce that the publicly voted Listeners' Choice Award is officially powered by Spotify.
This exciting partnership gives podcast fans an even bigger platform to champion their favourite shows. It’s your chance to directly support the creators you love and help them take home one of the night’s most prestigious, fan-driven honours.
The Top 20 are here! Round 2 voting is now open, exclusively on Spotify.
Who will join previous winners 'Betwixt The Sheets: The History of Sex, Scandal & Society', 'Help I Sexted My Boss' and the 3 time past winner 'Redhanded' in the Listeners' Choice Hall of Fame?
