Final Days to Save! Start your entry now and pay by 11:59pm (AEST) Monday 2 June to access the exclusive Early Starters rate.
Why act now? You’ll secure the lowest price without needing to submit your full entry until the close of entries on 28 July.
That gives you 8 full weeks to fine-tune, polish, and perfect your award-winning submission – while enjoying serious savings.
This is your moment to start strong and finish even stronger!
The Australian Event Awards 2025 entries are open now, and the 39 available categories cover every corner of event excellence, from Best Small Event to Destination Marketing Business of the Year!
Additionally, this year we have added a range of brand new categories... These include Best Association Event, Best Incentive Event, Event Hotel of the Year, Destination Marketing Business of the Year, Hire Company of the Year, Exhibition Services / Event Build Company of the Year, In-House Event Team of the Year.
Does one of these categories sound like a good fit for you? Great! If not, there are many more to choose from, so head to our website today.
Get ready to be inspired - the 2025 Australian Event Symposium program has been announced! From behind-the-scenes insights from industry professionals to expert panels, breakout sessions, and a range of networking opportunities, this year's symposium is packed with the insight and collaboration to inspire your next event.
Explore the full lineup now and start planning your must-attend moments.
The Australian Event Awards is heading to the stunning coastline of Coffs Harbour in October 2025 - and you're invited to be part of it all!
We're kicking off with a pre-event famil at Pacific Bay Resort on Monday 13 October, followed by two days of inspiration and connection at the Event Symposium (14-15 October). Then, the spotlight shines bright on the night of 15 October with the Australian Event Awards Ceremony - our industry's night of nights.
Want your name on a trophy? You'll need to start your entry now and lock in the Early Starters Discount before it disappears!