There are 13 individual award categories, as well as the overall Golden Gong up for grabs at this years 7UP GO Belfast Awards. Here's the low down on all of the awards, with a few helpful hints
to help you make your choice…



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The winner of winners, the best of the best. The Golden Gong should go to the business, person or place you feel should be crowned the best of Belfast. The Golden Gong can be chosen from any of your nominations in the individual categories below.
 

Who stocks the most fabulous frocks, suits, handbags, shoes, shirts, accessories and wardrobe staples? Which retailer is setting fashion trends across the city? Nominate the Belfast fashion store you can't live without…
 

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Who pulls the best pint with the biggest smile, puts on the best entertainment or serves the best pub grub? Where are you guaranteed a good night of craic and conversation? Nominate your favourite Belfast pub…

From pristine stadiums to spit and sawdust venues with bags of character, the Belfast live music scene has it all. Nominate the venue you think puts on the best bands, has the best atmosphere or the biggest commitment to live music in Belfast…
 

Which Belfast eatery leaves your mouth watering? Whether fine dining or home cooked comfort foods are your plate de jour, tell us which Belfast restaurant is ahead of the pack for food, atmosphere and service…
 

Who offers the best style advice in the most welcoming surroundings? Who is the leading light in hair fashion in Belfast? Tell us who you have on speed dial for those bad hair days…

Who creates the creamiest cappuccinos, lovely lattes or intoxicating espressos? Where does time stand still as you while away a few hours with friends? Tell us where you go for your caffeine fix…
 

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Who has the best djs, music policy and the coolest interior? Nominate the Belfast club that keeps you bouncing until the wee hours…
 

Which media personality, from the world of TV, radio or press has put Belfast on the map? Who's caught your eye, got you talking, raised debate, kept you entertained and/or informed?

This award is open to all of the categories; it could b a pub, club, hotel, restaurant, fashion store, festival/event, live music venue, hair salon, visitor attraction, media or sports personality. The only requirement is that the business is new to Belfast in the last two years. So tell us who's made the biggest impact on Belfast in the last two years…*
 

Belfast hosts hundreds of festivals and events each year, but which one stands out for you? Who pulled together the best line-up, sourced the best local and/or international talent and had you rushing to buy tickets?
 

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Who has the best facilities, welcoming atmosphere, and offers the best value for money? When it comes to resting your head, which Belfast hotel offers the best home from home?

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If you've got some time to spare, where do you go in Belfast for a fun day out? Tell us which visitor attraction is your first port of call…
 

Belfast boasts a huge number of sports heroes, who are making a name for themselves at home and abroad. Which sports star do you think has raised their game or flown the flag for Northern Ireland?
 
* Newcomer of the year - to be nominated, a business/event must be running for less than 2 years up to 26 August 2008




 

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