The nominations are open for Ireland’s most anticipated celebration of LGBTQ+ excellence, the GALAS 2025. A cornerstone of the Irish queer calendar, the GALAS will return on October 4, 2025, recognising those who support and uplift the LGBTQ+ community.
Organised by GCN (Gay Community News) in partnership with the National LGBT Federation (NXF), the GALAS Awards have been celebrating queer achievements since 2009.
These awards shine a light on the individuals, companies, and organisations who have made significant, positive contributions to LGBTQ+ life in Ireland.
The 2024 celebrations saw Paul Ryder and Cassie Stokes take to the stage as the GALAS fabulous hosts, welcoming a range of fantastic entertainment, including a gorgeous performance from Glória LGBT+ Choir and jaw-dropping music by the one and only SexyTadhg. The unforgettable night ended with fabulous tunes courtesy of Mother DJ Glamo.
This year’s event is gearing up to be just as memorable. The hosts for the GALAS 2025 are yet to be revealed, but keep your eyes unblinking and peeled for the announcement coming your way very soon.
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Since their inception, the GALAS have honoured over 160 changemakers whose work fosters inclusion, visibility, and equality. Now, the community is once again invited to submit nominations for those who deserve to be recognised at this year’s ceremony.
Whether it’s a groundbreaking event, a dedicated volunteer, a trailblazing young activist, or a company committed to workplace inclusivity, your voice can help spotlight the people and initiatives creating real impact.
Nominations are open across a wide range of categories:
- Community Organisation of the Year – Paid Staff
- Community Organisation of the Year – Volunteer Staff
- Volunteer of the Year
- Event of the Year
- Joe Drennan LGBTQ+ Young Trailblazer Award
- Sports Award
- Arts & Entertainment Award
- Noel Walsh HIV Activism Award
- LGBTQ+ Ally of the Year
- Outstanding Company Award
- Outstanding Small Business
- LGBTQ+ Employee Resource Group of the Year
- Emerging Journalist
- Person of the Year
Whether you’re nominating a friend, a colleague, or someone whose work you admire from afar, now is the time to help honour those making Ireland a more inclusive, vibrant, and equitable place for LGBTQ+ people.
Submissions are now open and will close on July 18 at 5pm. So get your nominations in here for the GALAS 2025 and let’s recognise the heroes of our community!
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