48th Annual Irish Print Awards Set to Shine a Light on Industry Excellence!
DUBLIN, IRELAND — Ashville Media Group is delighted to announce that the 48th Annual Irish Print Awards is officially open and accepting entries. The Irish Print Awards are the premier benchmark for distinction within Ireland's print sector.
Celebrating nearly five decades of industry leadership, this year’s program features more than 30 distinct categories curated to highlight the technical mastery, inventive design, and enduring fortitude of print businesses nationwide.
The celebration will culminate in a gala presentation evening on Friday, June 25, 2027, hosted at the iconic Clontarf Castle Hotel in Dublin. The black-tie affair will bring together leaders, innovators, and creative pioneers from across the island for an evening of live entertainment, peer recognition, and celebratory networking.
Launching the 48th edition of the Irish Print Awards gives us immense pride as we continue to spotlight the extraordinary talent driving our sector. The caliber of work submitted year after year reflects this commitment, and we look forward to recognizing those businesses and individuals who continue to elevate the standards of modern print.
Trish Murphy, Sponsorship and Sales Director, Irish Print Awards
The award categories span all corners of the discipline, featuring recurring flagship titles such as Book Printer of the Year, Digital Printer of the Year, and Sustainability Printer of the Year, reflecting the industry's focus on sustainability and digital transformation. Following its acclaimed introduction, the Women Leading in Print award returns to champion female leadership, innovation, and strategic influence across operational and executive roles in Irish print.
Entries are reviewed by an independent panel of industry experts assessing technical skill, finish quality, sustainable practice, and creative execution. We thank all entrants who take the time to share their vision and accomplishments, an inspiring group whose passion and talent are leading the way for the future of print in Ireland!
Event Snapshot
Entries Open: Now
Deadline for Entries: Friday 23rd April 2027
Judging Day: Tuesday 18th May 2027
Awards Date: Friday 23rd April 2027
Venue: Clontarf Castle Hotel, Dublin
Attire: Black Tie
Highlights: Unveiling of winners, three-course dinner, live music and dancing!
Deadline for Entries: Friday 23rd April 2027
Judging Day: Tuesday 18th May 2027
Awards Date: Friday 23rd April 2027
Venue: Clontarf Castle Hotel, Dublin
Attire: Black Tie
Highlights: Unveiling of winners, three-course dinner, live music and dancing!
Group photo of all winners at the 2026 awards. Photo: Paul Sherwood.
For more information, please visit the official Irish Print Awards website at www.irishprinter.ie/ or contact the events team at events@ashvillemediagroup.com or by calling (01) 640 1777.
