The 46th edition of the UK Home Entertainment industry’s most valued and anticipated night convenes to celebrate the creativity, innovation and commercial impact driving our industry forward.
A new home. A bold new setting. A venue that reflects the scale, ambition and contribution of our industry.
On Thursday 5 November 2026, the UK Home Entertainment industry will gather at The Londoner, a state-of-the-art central London event space that provides the perfect setting for the next chapter of the BASE Awards, marking the beginning of a new chapter and an exciting evolution for the industry’s most cherished evening.
This new collaboration with The Londoner establishes a premium new residency for the Awards, elevating the experience while reflecting the continued growth, relevance and ambition of the Home Entertainment sector.
And as we unveil this exciting new chapter, entries for the 2026 BASE Awards are now officially open. You can submit your entry forms here.
While the backdrop may be elevated, our mission remains the same: celebrating the innovation, commercial impact, creativity and people driving Home Entertainment forward — while bringing the industry together to champion the sector’s value and support growth for all stakeholders across the ecosystem.
The BASE Awards exist not only to recognise excellence, but to strengthen collaboration across the industry, showcase the sector’s continued evolution, and deliver meaningful value for members, partners and the wider Home Entertainment community.
AWARD CATEGORIES
The 2026 BASE Awards will once again feature categories open to retailers, platforms, streamers, studios, distributors, agencies and service providers, including:
- “Of the Year” Awards — celebrating outstanding success across the past year
- “Campaign” Awards — recognising standout marketing and creative strategy
- “Best in Class” Awards — rewarding excellence across formats and specialisms
- “Innovation” Awards — honouring creative and commercial ingenuity
- “People’s Choice” and “Category Hero” Awards — spotlighting individuals and defining moments that have shaped the industry, including the Award for BASE Rising Star, celebrating emerging talent
- Inspirational Women in Entertainment – Outstanding Leadership — recognising exceptional leadership and impact within the Home Entertainment sector
New for 2026
Best in Class: SteelBook® Case – sponsored by Scanavo, celebrating the Premium & Collectors sector and recognising the long-term value and growth it continues to deliver.
Open to all: BASE Rising Star Award – celebrating emerging talent.
Returning for 2026: Inspirational Women in Entertainment: Outstanding Leadership – recognising exceptional leadership and impact within the Home Entertainment Sector
ENTRY PROCESS
The entry process has been refined to ensure a clearer, more focused and accessible submission experience, while maintaining the high standards expected of the BASE Awards.
- Presentations capped at 10 slides (with flexibility if required)
- Bullet points permitted in place of lengthy paragraphs
- A maximum of three accompanying assets where required (additional optional)
- An optional presentation template to support structure
- A refreshed nomination format for the Award for Inspirational Individuals in Entertainment – Rising Star with structured questions
As part of our commitment to recognising the pillars of Home Entertainment, FREE entry is available for:
- Best in Class: Producers Award
- Best in Class: Insights
- Best in Class: Technical Operations
Nominations are once again open to all organisations across the industry.
KEY DATES
Step 1: Complete your entry form by Friday 24 April 2026
Step 2: Submit your presentation deck by Friday 29 May 2026
Full category details, fees, guidelines, judges’ top tips and FAQs are available in the 2026 Awards Entry Kit, which can be found here.
TICKETS
Tickets are on sale now, and this year we have reduced ticket prices to:
£425 – members
£525 – non-members
As always, this includes a £10 donation to our Charity Partner Action for Children.
With a spectacular new venue and limited capacity, we strongly recommend securing your place early. You can purchase your tickets here, or reach out to Vicki [email protected].
SPONSORSHIP
We simply could not make the BASE Awards the landmark night it is without the support of our incredible partners and sponsors.
Already confirmed for 2026 are:
BDSWest10, BIFA, JustWatch, Lionsgate, OCC, OC, Premier PR, Scanavo, Silk Factory, Snakes and Ladders, Sony Pictures Entertainment, Spirit Entertainment, StudioCanal, TiVo, The Walt Disney Company.
Additional sponsorship opportunities remain available for organisations looking to align their brand with one of the most visible and influential events in the Home Entertainment calendar, offering direct engagement with senior decision-makers and leaders from across the industry with brand reach extending well beyond the room through industry communications, media coverage and digital platforms.
To explore sponsorship opportunities and play a role in shaping the 2026 BASE Awards, you can learn more here or contact Vicki Geddes ([email protected])
Liz Bales, Chief Executive of BASE, said:
“The BASE Awards have long been the most cherished night in the UK Home Entertainment calendar, bringing the industry together to celebrate the innovation, creativity and commercial success that continue to define our sector.
As we enter the 46th edition of the Awards, our collaboration with The Londoner marks an exciting new chapter, elevating the event experience while reflecting the ambition and continued evolution of our industry.
The BASE Awards play an important role in convening the sector, championing the value of Home Entertainment and recognising the people, partnerships and ideas driving the industry forward. We look forward to welcoming the industry to The Londoner for what promises to be a truly exceptional evening.”
To find out more and follow updates for this the 2026 BASE Awards, please visit our website at https://base-awards.org/.
