THE GMA Industry AWARDS & Conference 2026

The Grounds Management Association Industry Awards will return on Thursday 12 March 2026 to the iconic Edgbaston Stadium. This year, We’re pleased to announce a major new addition to the industry calendar: the GMA Conference 2026 – a full day of practical learning and big industry conversations.

The landmark conference event will bring together leading experts and experienced practitioners from across the UK and beyond for an immersive programme designed to inform, inspire, and connect. The prestigious industry awards ceremony, which has recognised excellence in grounds care since 2009 will then follow, bringing together many of the UK and Europe’s leading practitioners and suppliers to pay tribute to the very best in the professional, amateur and voluntary sector.