2026-2027 American Advertising Awards
AAF Fort Wayne Annual COMPETITION
The 2026-2027 ADDY® Awards are officially OPEN! 🎉
Calling all ad agencies, in-house teams, freelancers, and college students—your best work deserves the spotlight. Enter the 2027 American Advertising Awards!
Gather your best work from 2026 and join AAF Fort Wayne in celebrating creative excellence in advertising. The local ADDY Awards are the first step in a three-tier competition, with opportunities for winning work to advance to the district and national levels.
Entries Are Now Open!
Initial Entry Deadline: January 17, 2027
Start by reviewing the categories and eligibility requirements for Professional entries or Student entries.
Eligibility Window:
Work must have been created between January 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026
Showcase your creativity. Celebrate your team. Compete with the best in Northern Indiana.
To learn more, visit our FAQ page.
2026-2027 Awards timeline
Nov 9 - Entry opens
January 20, 2027 - Deadline for Submissions (closes at 11:59pm)
January 27, 2027 - February 5, 2027 - Judging of Entries
Feb 20, 2027 - Awards Ceremony at The Pearl Event Center 7:00-10:00 PM
(More details coming soon!)