
Innovation Supper
Thu 15 Oct · 18:00
Holgate Dining Room Extension
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The Innovation Supper will take place on 15 October 2026 at the Holgate Dining Room Extension in York. Six emerging businesses will present their concepts to a live audience, with the evening culminating in a winner selected by public voting. Attendees gain direct insight into new commercial ventures while participating in an interactive selection process that fosters engagement with local entrepreneurship. The event offers a professional setting for networking among business leaders and potential supporters of innovative projects.
Six new businesses pitch their business ideas, with the winner chosen by the audience.
Innovation Supper sees six new businesses pitch their business ideas to the audience, the winner chosen by the audience, takes away the money (given by the audience in payment for their supper) to give their new idea the boost it needs. The event is brought to you by York Business School, York & North Yorkshire Growth Hub, and York Patch.
Events Access & Inclusivity
At York St John University we are committed to making our events as welcoming and inclusive for as many people as possible.
If you are planning to attend one of our events and have specific access requirements, including wheelchair access, then please contact us by e: events@yorksj.ac.uk or t: 01904 876318 and we will make every effort to accommodate you.
If you need a suitable seat reserved for you (and companions), please let us know, preferably at least one week before the event. Sign language interpreters and real-time captioning may be requested in advance. Please contact us as soon as possible (ideally at least 3 weeks before the date of the event) if you require either BSL interpretation or captioning. We will try our best but cannot guarantee provision.
Freedom of speech within the law and academic freedom are core principles of our University and underpin our mission to foster intellectual curiosity, rigorous debate, and the pursuit of knowledge. Our staff / students / SU colleagues are entitled to express their ideas and views, providing they do not violate the law. The law rightly prohibits speech that incites violence, terrorism and hate, but does not prohibit speech that others may find upsetting or offensive.
As a University that embodies social justice, we expect people to treat each other with dignity and respect, but it is not our role to censor ways of thinking or stifle debate between those who hold opposing views.
We understand that it can be frustrating to face views and perspectives that do not reflect our inclusive ethos at York St John University. However, we will not take disciplinary action against staff or students for lawful expression of their views, regardless of petitions, media campaigns or other external pressures.
Parking
There is no parking for any vehicles on site and ANPR cameras are in operation 24/7.
We have a small number of Blue Badge spaces available, these spaces can only be used if guests have pre registered their number plates by emailing events@yorksj.ac.uk.
Registering your details does not guarantee a space, as they operate on a first come, first served basis. Please ensure your blude badge is displayed clearly in the vehicle.
Privacy Policy
York St John University will use the data you submit in Eventbrite for the purposes of administering this event. York St John University utilises third party software for data storage, tracking and analysis activity but your details will not be used by any of these third parties in order to contact you Any data you share with us will be used to help us improve your event experience and for event tracking and analysis activity within the University.
We will only send you important information and reminders related to the event you have booked unless you tell us otherwise. During the booking process, if you opt in to receive emails about the latest events hosted and supported by York St John University, you consent to York St John University contacting you with relevant information.
If you no longer wish to hear from us you can opt out at any time by changing your contact preferences via the link in emails you receive from us or by emailing events@yorksj.ac.uk.
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Frequently asked questions
Innovation Supper takes place on Thursday, 15 October 2026 at 18:00.
Innovation Supper is held at Holgate Dining Room Extension in York (York St John University, York, YO31 7EX).
Tickets for Innovation Supper are priced at £10. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Holgate Dining Room Extension can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Innovation Supper can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

Editorial Summary
The Innovation Supper will take place on 15 October 2026 at the Holgate Dining Room Extension in York. Six emerging businesses will present their concepts to a live audience, with the evening culminating in a winner selected by public voting. Attendees gain direct insight into new commercial ventures while participating in an interactive selection process that fosters engagement with local entrepreneurship. The event offers a professional setting for networking among business leaders and potential supporters of innovative projects.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Organiser’s full description
Six new businesses pitch their business ideas, with the winner chosen by the audience.
Innovation Supper sees six new businesses pitch their business ideas to the audience, the winner chosen by the audience, takes away the money (given by the audience in payment for their supper) to give their new idea the boost it needs. The event is brought to you by York Business School, York & North Yorkshire Growth Hub, and York Patch.
Events Access & Inclusivity
At York St John University we are committed to making our events as welcoming and inclusive for as many people as possible.
If you are planning to attend one of our events and have specific access requirements, including wheelchair access, then please contact us by e: events@yorksj.ac.uk or t: 01904 876318 and we will make every effort to accommodate you.
If you need a suitable seat reserved for you (and companions), please let us know, preferably at least one week before the event. Sign language interpreters and real-time captioning may be requested in advance. Please contact us as soon as possible (ideally at least 3 weeks before the date of the event) if you require either BSL interpretation or captioning. We will try our best but cannot guarantee provision.
Freedom of speech within the law and academic freedom are core principles of our University and underpin our mission to foster intellectual curiosity, rigorous debate, and the pursuit of knowledge. Our staff / students / SU colleagues are entitled to express their ideas and views, providing they do not violate the law. The law rightly prohibits speech that incites violence, terrorism and hate, but does not prohibit speech that others may find upsetting or offensive.
As a University that embodies social justice, we expect people to treat each other with dignity and respect, but it is not our role to censor ways of thinking or stifle debate between those who hold opposing views.
We understand that it can be frustrating to face views and perspectives that do not reflect our inclusive ethos at York St John University. However, we will not take disciplinary action against staff or students for lawful expression of their views, regardless of petitions, media campaigns or other external pressures.
Parking
There is no parking for any vehicles on site and ANPR cameras are in operation 24/7.
We have a small number of Blue Badge spaces available, these spaces can only be used if guests have pre registered their number plates by emailing events@yorksj.ac.uk.
Registering your details does not guarantee a space, as they operate on a first come, first served basis. Please ensure your blude badge is displayed clearly in the vehicle.
Privacy Policy
York St John University will use the data you submit in Eventbrite for the purposes of administering this event. York St John University utilises third party software for data storage, tracking and analysis activity but your details will not be used by any of these third parties in order to contact you Any data you share with us will be used to help us improve your event experience and for event tracking and analysis activity within the University.
We will only send you important information and reminders related to the event you have booked unless you tell us otherwise. During the booking process, if you opt in to receive emails about the latest events hosted and supported by York St John University, you consent to York St John University contacting you with relevant information.
If you no longer wish to hear from us you can opt out at any time by changing your contact preferences via the link in emails you receive from us or by emailing events@yorksj.ac.uk.
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📍 Venue
Holgate Dining Room ExtensionYork St John University, York, YO31 7EX
Guildhall, York
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When is Innovation Supper?
Innovation Supper takes place on Thursday, 15 October 2026 at 18:00.
Where is Innovation Supper taking place?
Innovation Supper is held at Holgate Dining Room Extension in York (York St John University, York, YO31 7EX).
How much are tickets for Innovation Supper?
Tickets for Innovation Supper are priced at £10. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Is there anywhere to stay near Innovation Supper?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Holgate Dining Room Extension can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Innovation Supper?
Tickets for Innovation Supper can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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