APNI Gala & Awards Night 2026 | 10th Anniversary Celebration
About this Event
Join us as the African Professional Network Ireland (APNI) marks a transformative milestone celebrating ten years of championing representation, career mobility, entrepreneurship, and community solidarity across Ireland.
This Gala Dinner and Awards Night will honour African/Black-Irish professionals, talents, innovators, and essential workers like you whose remarkable contributions pave the way for future generations.
Experience a unique blend of corporate prestige and vibrant African culture through music, food, entertainment and design, reflecting the spirit of excellence and community.
Together, we will celebrate a decade of impact, building APNI into an enduring institutional pillar in Ireland’s socio-economic landscape.
Get ready for a night of fun, inspiration, style and good vibesss!
Agenda
🕑: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Red Carpet & Drinks Reception
Info: Welcome networking, drinks & interactive fun step-and-repeat photography
🕑: 07:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Call to Dinner & Opening Performance
Info: Traditional live acoustic neo-soul/Afro-jazz and spoken word performance opening; MC welcome remarks
🕑: 07:30 PM - 07:45 PM
Opening Address & Retrospective
Info: APNI Leadership on 10 Years of Impact & Community
🕑: 07:45 PM - 08:30 PM
Three Course Plated Dinner
Info: Enjoy curated seasonal menu with wine and drinks
🕑: 08:30 PM - 08:45 PM
Keynote Address
🕑: 08:45 PM - 10:00 PM
Awards Presentation
Info: Recognition of outstanding professionalism and black excellence
🕑: 10:00 PM - 10:30 PM
10th Anniversary Celebration
Info: The Decade of Impact award honours trailblazers and executive leadership
🕑: 10:30 PM - 10:45 PM
Vote of Thanks & Anniversary Toast
Info: APNI Pioneer collective photograph, anniversary video premiere, launch of the Decade Next Plan
🕑: 11:00 PM - 02:00 AM
Celebration & Networking Afterglow
Info: Live Afrobeat band, DJ set, and open dance floor
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
EUR 76.05 to EUR 3218.68
