ADMEI Awards
Recognizing Member Excellence in Destination Management
Award Classifications
The ADMEI Awards Program includes three classifications: Achievement, People's Choice, and Recognition with multiple award categories within each classification.
- Achievement Awards recognize DMCs' exceptional programs, events, activities, and Destination Management Company services.
- People's Choice Award identifies the public's favorite program or event entry.
- Recognition Awards recognize peers and industry leaders with special acknowledgment for their efforts and leadership.
2027 Program Guide
Detailed information on categories and rules are included in the new 2027 Awards Program Guide.
2027 Award Program Dates
All programs/events submitted must have occurred between 1 September 2025 and 31 August 2026 and taken place in the DMC’s local destination (or virtually).
- Submission Site Opens — 10 August 2026
- Early Bird Discount Deadline — 6 September 2026 (Save $50 on Achievement Award entries — use Promo Code: Early27 at checkout.)
- Final Submission Deadline — September 23, 2026 (11:59 p.m. Eastern)
- Judging — October 2026
- Finalists Announced — On or before 20 November 2026
- People’s Choice Voting – January 2027
- Awards Gala — 23 February 2027 | Hyatt Regency New Orleans