events

Fundraising Events

Raising money through our events is fundamental to the future of GroceryAid, but every occasion also brings a fantastic opportunity for our industry to network, make new connections and showcase the latest and greatest brands. Download our 2025 Events Brochure below.

Featured event

Barcode Festival

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Barcode Festival is the ultimate platform for showcasing products, making connections, and rewarding colleagues. Join thousands of colleagues, 100+ sponsors and 300 FMCG businesses for an inclusive summer event with headline acts, brand activations, and complimentary food and drink all day.

Upcoming events

16 Apr 2026

Morrisons Big Night Out

Yorkshire Event Centre, Harrogate, UK

Enjoy an evening of food, incredible entertainment and industry networking with the Morrisons commercial team.

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07 May 2026

Co-op Windermere Row

Windermere, UK

Take part in the team building challenge on the stunning waters of Lake Windermere to compete in a 10-mile row!

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14 May 2026

Waitrose & Partners Garden Party

Remenham Farm, Remenham Lane, Remenham, Henley-on-Thames, UK

Welcoming over 1,500 guests, the Waitrose & Partners Garden Party brings together retailers, suppliers and Waitrose & Partners colleagues providing an informal networking opportunity.

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11 Jun 2026

Booker Dragon Boat Race

Bisham Abbey National Sports Centre, Marlow Road, Bisham, Marlow, UK

Make waves to the beat of the drum on the beautiful River Thames in the Booker Dragon Boat Race

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18 Jun 2026

Future Network Mixed Touch Rugby Tournament

Wasps FC, Twyford Avenue, London, UK

Join GroceryAid Awareness Network members for a team building day out!

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24 Jun 2026

Golf Day

Woburn Golf Club, Little Brickhill, Milton Keynes, UK

Experience a round of golf at the world-renowned Woburn Golf Club playing on the prestigious Championship Marquess course.

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02 Jul 2026

Barcode Festival

Kenwood House, Hampstead Lane, London, UK

Barcode Festival is the ultimate platform for showcasing products, making connections, and rewarding colleagues. Join thousands of colleagues, 100+ sponsors and 300 FMCG businesses for an inclusive summer event with headline acts, brand activations, and complimentary food and drink all day.

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15 Jul 2026

Pedal the Borders

Offering two incredible routes for intermediate and advanced riders, designed to test your endurance and celebrate the beauty of the great outdoors.

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02 Sep 2026

London to Amsterdam

Join over 190 cyclists and take part in the GroceryAid London to Amsterdam three-day cycle challenge for a truly inspirational experience. Network with colleagues as you pedal, whilst also raising money for GroceryAid.

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18 Sep 2026

Tesco Clay Pigeon Shoot

E.J. Churchill Group Ltd, Lane End, High Wycombe, UK

Whether you are a shooting notice or an enthusiast this event is an ideal opportunity to network with industry colleagues.

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24 Sep 2026

Co-op Pioneer Awards

Join us at the Co-op Pioneer Awards 2026 at Co-op Live, Manchester for a night of recognition, live performances, and true community spirit.

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09 Oct 2026

D&I in Grocery LIVE!

InterContinental London - the O2, an IHG Hotel, Waterview Drive, London, UK

D&I in Grocery LIVE! unites the industry, at the largest D&I event in the grocery sector, to be collectively inspired and learn how to deliver measurable impact.

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15 Oct 2026

Asda Tickled Pink Gala Ball

Yorkshire Event Centre, Harrogate, UK

The Asda Tickled Pink Gala Ball is a highlight on the Asda calendar. The long-standing event sells out every year and raises money for their valued charity partners, GroceryAid, Breast Cancer Now and CoppaFeel!

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23 Oct 2026

Future Network Mixed Netball Tournament

Oundle School, Church Street, Oundle, Peterborough, UK
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13 Nov 2026

Sporting Lunch

JW Marriott Grosvenor House London, Park Lane, London, UK

GroceryAid's Sporting Lunch will host 1,200 guests to enjoy an evening alongside past and present sporting heroes.

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18 Nov 2026

Tesco Glitz Ball

Evolution London, Queenstown Road, Chelsea Bridge, London, UK

Join 1800 colleagues from Tesco and the rest of the grocery industry for an evening of celebration, entertainment, and fundraising.

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03 Dec 2026

Sainsbury’s Big Bash

Evolution London, Chelsea Bridge, London, UK

Sainsbury’s Big Bash welcomes more than 1,700 guests, including suppliers and Sainsbury’s colleagues, to Battersea Evolution for a memorable evening of festive fun.

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11 Mar 2027

GroceryAid Ball

JW Marriott Grosvenor House London, 86-90 Park Ln, Mayfair, London, UK

Guests are invited to enjoy an evening of great food, outstanding entertainment and industry networking at the JW Marriott Grosvenor House.

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