Validity period: To be eligible, the programmes from which entries are extracted must have been first broadcast during the period 1st June 2024 to 31st May 2025.
Entry deadline: Thursday 26th June 2025 at 2pm.
Please note the entry deadline date is final and there will be no extensions provided. The system will automatically prevent entry submission after this deadline.
The Gay Byrne Award: New to Radio Broadcasting since Tuesday 1st June 2024.
Nominated date for extracts for Music, Local and National Station of Year: Tuesday 11 March 2025.
Shortlist announced: Tuesday 26th August 2025.
Ticket Sales: Tuesday 19th August 2025.
Awards Ceremony: Friday 3rd October 2025.
Please click on a category and the sub categories within for more information. Please read the entry criteria carefully before submitting your entry.
Station Manager sign off of all entries is required before your entry is put forward for judging.
Category information and entry details for 2025: