AAF-ND 2026 American Advertising Awards

Join us for the AAF-ND 2026 American Advertising Awards!

Celebrate the work, the people, and the ideas shaping our industry as AAF-ND honors the very best in advertising and the talent behind it.

Mark your calendars for Friday, Feb 27 2026 6 pm- 9 pm and make your way to the Avalon Events Center. This year’s theme, OPERATION: AWARDs, brings a sense of intrigue to the awards stage. From classified submissions to officially declassified winners, the night is dedicated to uncovering creative excellence and celebrating the work that couldn’t stay hidden.

Join an elite group of creative operatives, raise a glass to this year’s award recipients, and experience the ideas that moved our market forward. Enjoy a great dinner, exchange insights, and build connections worthy of your next creative mission. Whether you’re a seasoned agent or a rising recruit, OPERATION: AWARDs brings the best work in our region together for one unforgettable night.

Don’t go off-grid on this one — tickets are limited and required for entry. Reserve your spot now and get ready for a night that proves great ideas never stay classified for long.

Back again this year, choose Buy On Map* on the right to select your own seats.

Sit where you want with the people you want. We encourage you to order your tickets as a group or coordinate your tickets with the individuals you want to be seated with.

* Seat selection only available on desktop or mobile web browsers.

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Avalon Events Center

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Host or Publisher American Advertising Federation of North Dakota