A Greener Future (AGF) has officially revealed the finalists for the International AGF Awards 2026, spotlighting outstanding events, venues and sustainability innovators from 14 countries. The prestigious awards recognise the most environmentally responsible and forward-thinking organisations across the global events industry over the past 12 months.
Presented across ten key sustainability categories, the International AGF Awards 2026 celebrate excellence in areas such as power, water, catering, transport, community action and innovation. The highest honours of the programme include the International Greener Festival Award and the International Greener Arena Award 2026, acknowledging world-leading achievements in sustainable event delivery.
International AGF Awards 2026 Ceremony Details
The awards ceremony will take place on 24 February 2026 at the Royal Lancaster London, serving as the closing highlight of the Green Events & Innovations Conference. The event will be hosted by acclaimed artist Madame Gandhi, Ash Perrin of the Flying Seagulls Project, and AGF CEO Claire O’Neill. The International AGF Awards are proudly sponsored by Skydiamond.
Commenting on this year’s finalists, Claire O’Neill said the global events community continues to demonstrate inspiring commitment and innovation, despite challenging global circumstances. She emphasised the importance of nurturing creative, caring communities that are actively working towards a greener and more sustainable future.
Finalists for International Greener Festival Award 2026
Supported by Earth Positive, the International Greener Festival Award finalists represent some of the most sustainable festivals worldwide:
- Boom Festival (Portugal)
- DGTL (Netherlands)
- Øyafestivalen (Norway)
- Paradise City (Belgium)
International Greener Arena Award 2026 Finalists
Supported by Universal Pixels, this category recognises environmentally responsible venues and arenas:
- ABBA Voyage (UK)
- Ancienne Belgique (Belgium)
- AO Arena (UK)
- AsiaWorld-Expo (Hong Kong)
- Co-op Live (UK)
- M&S Bank Arena (UK)
- P&J Live (UK)
Greener Transport Award Finalists
Supported by KB Event, this category celebrates sustainable travel solutions:
- DGTL (Netherlands)
- Godiva Festival (UK)
- Montreux Jazz Festival (Switzerland)
- Øyafestivalen (Norway)
- Paradise City (Belgium)
Circular Event Award Finalists
Recognising reduced waste and resource efficiency:
- DGTL (Netherlands)
- Echoes of Earth (India)
- Estonian Fashion Festival (Estonia)
- Festival Cordillera (Colombia)
- LIDO Festival (UK)
Community Action Award Finalists
Honouring strong social and environmental engagement:
- Echoes of Earth (India)
- Green Man (UK)
- Sonidos Líquidos (Spain)
- Ultra Festival (USA)
- We Out Here (UK)
Greener Catering Award Finalists
Supported by Peppermint Bars & Events:
- Copenhagen Film Festival Forum (Denmark)
- DGTL (Netherlands)
- Echoes of Earth (India)
- Øyafestivalen (Norway)
- Paradise City (Belgium)
Pied Piper Award for Greener Communication
Celebrating impactful sustainability messaging:
- Boom Festival (Portugal)
- Cridem pel Clima (Spain)
- Øyafestivalen (Norway)
- Phe Festival (Spain)
- Sonidos Líquidos (Spain)
Greener Power Award Finalists
Supported by GeoPura, highlighting clean energy leadership:
- DGTL (Netherlands)
- LIDO Festival (UK)
- Montreux Jazz Festival (Switzerland)
- Øyafestivalen (Norway)
- Paradise City (Belgium)
Water and Sanitation Award Finalists
Recognising responsible water management:
- Boom (Portugal)
- DGTL (Netherlands)
- Green Man (UK)
- Øyafestivalen (Norway)
- Paradise City (Belgium)
Greener Innovations Award 2026 Finalists
Supported by L-Acoustics, this category celebrates cutting-edge sustainability solutions:
- GeoPura hydrogen-powered main stage at BST Hyde Park (UK)
- Leave No Tent at Sziget Festival (Hungary)
- NaviLens at Vestrock (Netherlands)
- The Walking Route at Co-op Live (UK)
- 100% eHGV European Tour at Sam Fender (UK)
- Homemade Airing Cupboard at Ancienne Belgique (Belgium)
Building on a Legacy of Sustainable Excellence
At the 2025 edition, Norway’s Øyafestivalen secured the International Greener Festival Award, alongside the Greener Transport Award, with other winners representing India, the UK, France, Germany, Switzerland and Hungary. The winners of the International AGF Awards 2026 will be officially announced during GEI18, continuing AGF’s mission to accelerate sustainability across the global events industry.
