The 18th edition of the SilverEco Ageing Well Awards will take place on September 14, 2026, at the prestigious Palais des Festivals in Cannes. Each year, the Awards celebrate the most innovative initiatives, services, products, and best practices dedicated to ageing well and supporting the Silver Economy ecosystem.
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For 18 years, the SilverEco Awards have highlighted outstanding innovations and impactful initiatives improving the lives of older adults. The Awards ceremony, held during the SilverNight gala evening, has become one of the leading events in the international Silver Economy sector.
Finalists will have the opportunity to present their projects before an expert jury at the Palais des Festivals de Cannes during the SilverEco Festival. Winners will be announced during the SilverNight gala ceremony attended by industry leaders and professionals from across the sector.
Why Apply to the SilverEco Ageing Well Awards?
Participating in the Awards offers numerous benefits, including:
- Presenting your innovation to a renowned panel of experts
- Gaining visibility and recognition within the Silver Economy ecosystem
- Receiving extensive media exposure throughout the event
- Showcasing your project on the official Festival website and the National Silver Economy portal
- Accessing communication support for Award winners
- Connecting with international professionals, partners, and investors
- Competing for special distinctions such as the Seniors’ Jury Prize and the Public Choice Award
Giving Meaning to Innovation
For several years now, the SilverEco Festival has embraced the theme “Giving Meaning.” One symbolic example is the creation of the physical Awards trophies by Alzheimer’s patients from the La Joïa France Alzheimer 06 day care center, highlighting the human and social values at the heart of the event.
An International Event Dedicated to Ageing Well
The SilverEco Festival is also an international gathering welcoming innovative solutions from around the world. International organizations and companies can apply through the SilverEco and Ageing Well International Awards program.
On September 14 and 15, 2026, Cannes will once again become the global meeting point for professionals committed to innovation, autonomy, healthy ageing, and demographic transition.
Applications close on June 15, 2026, at 6:00 PM!
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Please note that there is only limited time left to submit your application. Once the maximum number of applications has been reached in a specific category, it will no longer be possible to apply for that category.
Nominees will be invited to the Palais des Festivals in Cannes during the 2026 International SilverEco Ageing Well Festival to present their projects before an expert jury. Winners will be honored the same evening during the SilverNight gala ceremony, attended by leading professionals from across the sector.
To attend the SilverEco Festival 2026, obtain your free B2B Pass, become a partner, or speak at the event, please visit the Festival’s dedicated application form.
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