Manchester Young Talent Awards 2026

JCI Manchester's annual awards dinner celebrating outstanding young people aged 18-40 across Manchester's sectors, with a two-course dinner at The Edwardian.

The Manchester Young Talent Awards recognise individuals aged 18 to 40 who exemplify the best of the city's young talent across sectors including legal, apprentices, recruiters and marketing. Nominees are judged by an independent panel of respected Manchester community members, with winners announced on the night. The evening runs from 6:30pm with a cocktail hour featuring a welcome drink, followed by a welcome, a two-course dinner (with halal, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and nut-free options available) and the awards presentations, finishing at 11:30pm.