2026 American Advertising Awards

Join Toledo’s creative community for the 2026 American Advertising Awards—an evening celebrating the best in advertising, design, marketing, media, PR, digital innovation, and student work across Northwest Ohio.

This year, we’re taking the ADDYs to Imagination Station, pairing our theme—“We’ve Got Advertising Down to a Science”—with a venue that embodies experimentation, curiosity, and bold ideas. Because great advertising isn’t just creativity; it’s strategy, insight, precision, and a little bit of chemistry.

Expect a night filled with energy, inspiration, and the people shaping our industry’s future.

Networking with professionals across advertising, design, PR, tech, media, and innovation
Cocktails + appetizers starting at 4:30 PM
Awards ceremony recognizing the region’s standout creative work
Student categories showcasing the next generation
Special honors including the Mosaic Awards and Silver Medal Award
Physical entry displays throughout the venue

Entries must be submitted digitally for judging at:
Deadline: January 9, 2026 at 4:00 PM

Physical entries may be dropped off for display only at:
MadAveGroup
1600 Madison Ave., Suite 200
Toledo, OH 43604
Drop-off window: January 9 • 9:00 AM–4:00 PM

Silver Medal Award — AAF’s highest local honor for lifetime achievement
Nominate:

Mosaic Awards — Recognizing diversity, inclusion, and cultural representation in our industry
Nominate:

This year, we’re introducing so you can attend the ADDYs your way—solo, with your team, or as a company presence.

Individual tickets, group bundles, and full sponsorship packages are all available directly through this Eventbrite page.

Whether you're looking for:

• Prime seating
• Drink tickets
• VIP check-in
• Visibility in the winner’s booklet
• Branding on event elements
• Or a curated “experience” activation at the show

You can reserve Show Sponsor, Platinum, Gold, Program, Supporting, or Ad-Only options right here. Sponsorships include varying levels of:

• Tickets and drink packages
• VIP seating
• Branding opportunities
• Ads in the winner’s booklet
• Social media or video spot features

Packages are limited and available on a first-come basis.

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Host or Publisher American Advertising Federation of Toledo (AAF)