26 - 30 Nov 2025, Olympia London

Exhibitor stand awards

We’re delighted to introduce the Ideal Home Show Christmas Stand Awards, NEW for 2025, celebrating exhibitors who go above and beyond to deliver an outstanding presence at the show. 

Categories will recognise excellence in creativity, visitor engagement, product presentation, and festive flair. 

Judges will include industry experts, media partners, and show organisers. 

Prizes & Recognition: Winners will receive special promotion across show marketing channels, social media spotlights, and credit towards their stand booking in 2026. 

 

Ideal Home Show Christmas and Eat & Drink Award Categories 

 

Best Newcomer Award 

This award will be awarded to a first-time exhibitor who bring fresh energy, innovation, and a standout presence to the event. Whether it's your striking stand design, unique product offering, or the way you engage with visitors, we’re on the lookout for those making a big impression from day one. 

Open exclusively to brands exhibiting at the show for the very first time.  

 

Most Festive Stand Award  

This award celebrates the exhibitor that truly captures the magic and spirit of Christmas. 

Whether you’re showcasing jewellery, home décor, artisan cheeses, or even treats for pets, this is your chance to create a visually captivating, editorially striking stand that stops visitors in their tracks. From dazzling displays and seasonal styling to enchanting customer experiences, we’re looking for stands that embody the joy, warmth, and wonder of the holidays. 

 

Best Dressed Stand Award 

First impressions count and this award is all about style, creativity, and visual impact. 

This award recognises the exhibitor whose stand design goes above and beyond to create a show-stopping visual experience. From beautifully curated layouts and imaginative theming to clever branding and attention to detail to enhance the visitor experience.  

 

Good Homes Choice Award  

Selected by the expert editorial team at Good Homes magazine, the Good Homes Choice Award recognises an exhibitor who embodies the very best in design, creativity, and contemporary living. Whether it’s a standout product, an inspiring display, or a fresh take on interiors and lifestyle — this award shines a spotlight on those setting trends and capturing attention. 

 

Best Use of Marketing Award 

This award recognises the exhibitor who goes above and beyond in promoting their presence at the show before, during, and even after the doors open. 

From engaging social media campaigns and email marketing to creative use of the official event hashtags, exhibitor ticket allocations, and discount codes we’re looking for those who fully embrace the marketing opportunities provided. Whether you’re building hype online, partnering with influencers, or driving footfall to your stand through smart promotion, this award celebrates the exhibitors who make marketing an integral part of their show success. 

 

Best Use of Social Media Award 

This award celebrates the exhibitor who makes the most impactful and creative use of social media to support their presence at the show. 

From teaser campaigns and behind-the-scenes content to live updates, influencer collaborations, and strategic use of event hashtags across platforms like Instagram, Facebook, TikTok to engage their audience, build excitement, and drive visitors to their stand. Consistency, originality, and audience interaction will all be considered in the judging process. 

Prizes

The winning exhibitors, will benefit from the following: 

  • A trophy and certificate for displaying on your stand during the event  

  • A dedicated social media post from Ideal Home Show Instagram and Facebook channels 

  • A meet the maker/brand interview with our YouTube production team  

  • Inclusion in a post-show e-newsletter to 102k subscribers 

  • Inclusion in a Good Homes e-newsletter 

  • Interview or feature within a blog post on Ideal Home Show Christmas website  

  • £500 credit* towards your stand booking at Ideal Home Show Christmas in 2026 

T&Cs

The £500 stand credit prize is awarded to the winner of the specified stand award category and is redeemable against a confirmed stand booking at the 2026 edition of Ideal Home Show Christmas only. The prize is open only to exhibitors who are officially contracted and fully paid for the 2025 show and must be redeemed by 26 January 2026. The credit is non-transferable, cannot be exchanged for cash or alternative goods or services, and must be used by the winning company or brand. Redemption is subject to availability and adherence to the organiser’s standard booking terms. By accepting the prize, the winner agrees to allow Ideal Home Show Christmas to use their name, stand imagery, and branding for promotional purposes. The organiser reserves the right to amend or withdraw the prize if necessary, and all decisions regarding eligibility and redemption are final. Any remaining stand balance exceeding the £500 credit must be covered by the exhibitor. 
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