# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Gala & Awards Evening
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 11:45 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: The HAPPA Charity Gala & Hoof & Hearts Awards Evening is an unforgettable night where compassion, resilience and the human–animal bond take centre stage.

Set within the elegant surroundings of the Mercure Blackburn Dunkenhalgh Hotel & Spa, the evening brings together supporters, animal lovers, sponsors and changemakers for a powerful shared experience.

Guests will enjoy a night of entertainment a full gala experience including dining, fundraising activities, raffle and auction moments, and of course plenty of music and dancing, ensuring the night is not only meaningful, but memorable.

Throughout the night, guests will be immersed in the inspiring stories behind the awards stories of rescue, recovery, second chances and extraordinary connections. From remarkable transformations to everyday acts of kindness, the event celebrates those who go above and beyond to make a difference in animal welfare.

Early bird tickets are available NOW! https://www.happa.org.uk/event/hoof-hearts-awards-2026/
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/accrington/gala-and-awards-evening/200030327122644
- **Event Categories**: charities, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 41

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Accrington
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Mercure Dunkenhalgh Hotel & Spa (Accrington)
- **lat**: 53.766305271401
- **long**: -2.3955829143075
- **full address**: Mercure Dunkenhalgh Hotel & Spa (Accrington), Dunkenhalgh Health & Leisure Club, Accrington, BB5 5JP, United Kingdom

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Gala & Awards Evening being held?
  - **A:** Gala & Awards Evening takes place on Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 11:45 pm at Mercure Dunkenhalgh Hotel & Spa (Accrington), Dunkenhalgh Health & Leisure Club, Accrington, BB5 5JP, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Gala & Awards Evening?
  - **A:** Gala & Awards Evening is organized by HAPPA - Horse & Pony Protection Association.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Gala & Awards Evening is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Accrington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Gala & Awards Evening sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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