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String quartet performing on stage at the ATC Gala Dinner and Awards Evening

Tuesday 2 March 2027 · LEX, Liverpool

Gala Dinner & Awards Evening

Join us for one of the sector's most anticipated evenings, the ATC Gala Dinner and Awards, celebrating excellence in apprenticeships and workforce development.

Home of the national ATAs

750+

Guests from across the sector

4

Course dinner

Tue 2 Mar

End of day two, ATC 2027

Open to all

Delegates and non-delegates

About

Closing ATC 2027 in style

The ATC Gala Dinner and Awards Evening is one of the most anticipated events in the UK skills and training calendar.

As the home of the national Apprenticeship & Training Awards, this prestigious evening brings together over 750 employers, training providers, college leaders and sector professionals for an unforgettable night of celebration and recognition – closing ATC 2027 in style.

The Gala Dinner and Awards Evening takes place at the end of ATC. Tickets are available to both conference delegates and non-delegates, but with space for 750 guests and demand growing every year, we strongly recommend securing your place early.

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Speaker at the Apprenticeship & Training Awards lectern during the ATC Gala Dinner Award winners celebrating with their trophy and certificate in front of the ATA backdrop Singers performing on stage under coloured lights at the ATC Gala Dinner

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A night to remember

More than an awards night

Guests enjoy a luxurious four-course dinner in a stunning setting at the Liverpool Experience Campus, with an evening of live entertainment, a compelling host and the excitement of the national awards ceremony.

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Drinks reception

Arrive, catch up and meet peers from across the sector before dinner.

02

Four-course dinner

A luxurious dinner with a choice of main course, in a stunning setting at LEX.

03

The Awards ceremony

The national Apprenticeship & Training Awards, presented by a compelling host.

04

Live entertainment

An evening of celebration that closes the conference in style.

Group of guests in evening wear posing in front of the Apprenticeship & Training Awards backdrop Saxophonist and band performing live entertainment at the ATC Gala Dinner Award-winning team posing together in front of the ATA backdrop at the Gala Dinner

The Gala Dinner is more than an awards night – it's where the sector comes together to celebrate what's been achieved, connect with peers and set the tone for the year ahead. Year after year, delegates tell us it's the highlight of ATC.

Winners cheering and holding their award on stage at the Apprenticeship & Training Awards

The Awards

The Apprenticeship & Training Awards

At the heart of the evening are the Apprenticeship & Training Awards – the national awards programme recognising excellence across the UK's apprenticeship and skills sector.

The ATAs celebrate the innovation, dedication and outstanding contributions of the employers, providers and individuals driving forward apprenticeships and workforce development across the country. From large national employers to specialist training providers and individual champions of the sector, the awards shine a light on the very best the sector has to offer.

Award categories and entry details for 2027 will be announced shortly.

Awards info

Tickets

Secure your place early

With space for 750 guests, this is always one of the most popular events at the conference. Tickets are limited, so we encourage you to secure your place early. Delegates can book their Gala Dinner place during conference registration.

Don't miss this unforgettable evening as we celebrate the best in the apprenticeship and training sector and close the conference with a night of entertainment, recognition and celebration.

Ticket

Individual

£199delegate price

£249 standard price for non-delegates

✓ Drinks reception and networking
✓ Four-course dinner (choice of main course)
✓ Awards ceremony
✓ Live entertainment

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Table

Standard table · Limited

£2,490per table

10 people per table

✓ Drinks reception and networking
✓ Four-course dinner (choice of main course)
✓ Awards ceremony
✓ Live entertainment

Table enquiry

Prices exclude VAT. Looking for something extra? Premium tables in a prime location, with your branding, corporate gifts and additional wines and beers, are available from £2,750 – see our sponsorship options. To discuss table bookings, contact ATC@educationscape.com.

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