# Event Details - **Event Name**: The SPARKies 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 16 Jul, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Thu, 16 Jul, 2026 at 11:00 pm - **Event Description**: We are back in Bristol for 2026 to celebrate the 14th annual SPARKies.About this EventPlease note: St George’s Bristol does not have a cloakroom or secure storage for bags or personal belongings. We encourage you not to bring bags where possible. If you do bring one, you’ll need to keep it with you throughout the event.The SPARKies is back! We’re once again celebrating the very best people, products and companies that make the tech scene in Bristol, Bath and the wider West of England so exceptional.With 18 award categories, we’re shining a light across the entire tech spectrum. From game-changing startups to ambitious scale-ups, tech for good pioneers, and the brilliant individuals who power our ecosystem.?️ Making the event accessible: We keep ticket prices low for startups and freelancers to ensure everyone in our community can join the celebration. If you’re from a larger company, recruitment firm or professional services organisation, we’d still love to see you. Please grab a “Recruiter, Professional Services & Large Company” ticket.?️ What’s included?✅ A meal from one of our Food Vendors? A welcome drink + three drink tokens? Pre-awards treatsThis is the must-attend event for anyone passionate about tech in the West of England—don’t miss out!Minimum age 18, no pets, service animals welcome. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bristol/the-sparkies-2026/100001983957304705 - **Event Categories**: business - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes - Location: St George's Bristol - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 36, max: 149.99, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Bristol - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: St George's Bristol - **lat**: 51.454333 - **long**: -2.6038362 - **full address**: St George's Bristol, Great George Street, Bristol, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The SPARKies 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/b29c4cec98f3b336bebf9b78ac56ce027d35aa553d1cd1da82c4ecd0afaf2b59-rimg-w1200-h675-dc181616-gmir.jpg?v=1774129044 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The SPARKies 2026 being held? - **A:** The SPARKies 2026 takes place on Thu, 16 Jul, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Thu, 16 Jul, 2026 at 11:00 pm at St George's Bristol, Great George Street, Bristol, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing The SPARKies 2026? - **A:** The SPARKies 2026 is organized by TechSPARK. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The SPARKies 2026 is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Bristol, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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