KFS Florist of the Year Awards 2026
Florist of the Year Awards 2026
Welcome to the third year of our Florist of the Year Awards. We are so excited to launch this celebration for the third time. These awards are a true highlight of our year because they give us the chance to shine a spotlight on the incredible talent within our industry.
Why Our Awards Are Different
We do things a little differently here at the Kay’s Flower School because we believe that talent should be recognised based on merit and community support, not on budget or location.
Global Access: It does not matter where you are in the world. Whether you are creating designs in a small village or a bustling city, these awards are open to florists everywhere. Our aim is to celebrate skill, no matter the postcode.
Customer and Client Voted: This is not a competition judged behind closed doors. The winners are chosen by the people who matter most: the clients and customers who love your work. It is a true reflection of the joy and beauty you bring to your customers.
Zero Cost to Enter: We believe that winning an award should be about your hard work, not your bank balance. There is no fee for nominees or finalists to participate. You will never be asked to pay to enter or to pay for a trophy if you win. We keep it fair and accessible for everyone.
The Impact of Winning
This is our third year running these awards, and we have been blown away by the success of our past winners. We have seen florists gain significant national press coverage, increase their brand awareness, and earn the professional acknowledgement they so rightly deserve. Being a finalist or a winner is a fantastic way to boost your credibility and show the world what you are capable of.
A Huge Thank You to Our Sponsors
We are thrilled once again to have such incredible sponsors on board this year. Their support means the world to us. They do not just support these awards; they are also champions for our present and past trainee florists throughout the entire year. Their commitment to helping florists grow and succeed is truly wonderful, and we are proud to work alongside them.
Stay tuned for more information on how to nominate your favourite florist or enter yourself. We cannot wait to see who will be crowned our Florist of the Year 2026.
Significant Dates for your Diary
Nominations Open - 1st August 202
Nominations Close - 15th August 2026
Finalists Announced - 24th August
Voting for Winners Begins - 2th8 August
Voting Closes - 4th September - 5pm (Irish Time)
ONLINE Awards Ceremony - TBC
Award Categories for 2026
Wedding Florist of the Year
Retail Florist of the Year
Studio Florist of the Year
Newcomer Florist of the Year (2 years or less)
Freelance Florist of the Year
Overall Florist of the Year
Stay tuned to our Socials for more details and information
We are honoured to have yet again so many companies come on board to support these awards and the floral community we have grown over the years.
KFS Florist of the Year Awards 2026: Terms & Conditions
Please read these terms and conditions carefully before participating in the KFS Florist of the Year Awards 2025. By participating, you agree to abide by these terms.
1. Eligibility for Nomination
Global Reach: Nominations are open to any florist located anywhere in the world. We believe in celebrating talent across the globe!
Florist Categories: Nominations are accepted for the following categories:
Wedding Florist of the Year
Retail Florist of the Year
Studio Florist of the Year
Freelance Florist of the Year
Newcomer Florist of the Year (for florists with two years or less experience in the industry)
The Overall KFS Florist of the Year (this will be an internal selection based on nominations, voting, and overall impact, as detailed in the award description).
2. Nomination Process
Opening & Closing Dates: Nominations will open on Saturday 1st August 2026, and will close promptly at midnight on Saturday 15th August (Irish Standard Time). No nominations will be accepted after this deadline.
One Category Per Nomination: You can only nominate a florist for one specific category per nomination submission.
One Nomination Per Email: Each unique email address can be used to submit a nomination only once. Duplicate nominations from the same email for the same florist/category will be disregarded.
Accuracy: Please ensure the information provided in your nomination is accurate and complete.
3. Finalist Selection & Notification
Collation: After the nomination period closes, our team will meticulously collate all nominations to determine the finalists in each category.
Finalist Notification: Finalists in each category will be notified via email on Monday 24th August 2026.
4. Voting Process
Voting Period: Public voting for the finalists will open on Friday, 28th August 2026 , and will close at midnight on Friday, September 4th 2026 (Irish Standard Time).
Fair Play: Any attempt to manipulate votes (e.g., using bots, fake accounts) will result in immediate disqualification of the nominated florist. Our team reserves the right to review and invalidate suspicious votes.
One Vote Per Email: Each unique email address can be used to cast one vote per category.
5. Awards Ceremony & Prizes
Winners Announcement: Winners in all categories will be announced live at our Online Awards Ceremony (Date to be confirmed ) (Irish Standard Time). Details on how to access the online ceremony will be shared closer to the date.
Prizes: Prizes for category winners are sponsored by our valued partners. These typically consist of vouchers for products/services from our sponsors, as detailed in our sponsorship outreach. Prizes are non-transferable and have no cash alternative.
Recognition: Winners will receive a digital certificate featuring their achievement and sponsor logos.
6. General Conditions
Publicity: By participating, nominees and finalists agree to allow KFS Florist of the Year Awards to use their name, business name, and submitted details for promotional purposes related to the awards across our website, social media, and other marketing channels.
Disqualification: KFS Florist of the Year Awards reserves the right to disqualify any nominee or winner who violates these terms and conditions or engages in conduct deemed inappropriate or unsportsmanlike.
Changes to Terms: KFS Florist of the Year Awards reserves the right to amend these terms and conditions at any time. Any changes will be published on our website.
Decision Final: All decisions made by KFS Florist of the Year Awards regarding nominations, finalists, voting, and winners are final.
We're incredibly excited to celebrate the amazing talent in the floral industry for a second year! Good luck to all nominees!