Forty years ago, a group of industry pioneers had a vision: to build a promotional products industry association that sets the standard for creativity, integrity and impact. This year, we celebrate how far we've come and the brilliant minds who continue to move industry forward.
Welcome to the 2026 APPA Industry Awards. Thirteen categories. One unforgettable evening. And the honour of recognising the best in the business — all on our 40th birthday.
📖 Download the APPA Awards Guide Entries Open 1 June 2026The APPA Industry Awards for Promotional Products Marketing Excellence exist to shine a light on the work that moves our industry forward. These are the campaigns that went beyond the brief. The partnerships that created something neither party could have made alone. The members who raised the bar. The individuals who showed what's possible.
We recognise members who have generated marketing initiatives that are original, highly creative, socially responsible, sustainable and most importantly, effective in exceeding client goals and expectations.
Whether you're a distributor, supplier, decorator, or both — if you've created work you're proud of between 1 July 2024 and 26 June 2026, this is your moment to be recognised for it.
Save the Date
Join us for a spectacular evening as we present the 2026 APPA Industry Awards — and raise a glass to 40 years of APPA. The Awards Cocktail Celebration will be held on the evening of Thursday 13 August as part of the 2026 APPA Leadership Summit.
| Date | Thursday 13 August 2026 |
| Venue | Rydges World Square, Sydney |
| Part of | 2026 APPA Leadership Summit |
Dress up, bring your team, and come ready to celebrate. Whether you're a finalist, a first-timer, or a 40-year veteran of this industry — this is the evening for you.
| Milestone | Dates |
|---|---|
| Entries Open | 1 June – 26 June 2026 |
| Finalists Announced | 23 July 2026 |
| Awards Night | Thursday 13 August 2026 — Rydges World Square, Sydney |
Entries close 26 June. That's your deadline. Don't let great work go unrecognised!
Entering is straightforward, and the more you enter, the better value it gets.
| Entry | Fee |
|---|---|
| First entry | $115.00 AUD ex GST |
| Each subsequent entry | $55.00 AUD ex GST |
| BUY 3, GET THE REST FREE! Submit 3 or more entries and your fourth entry onwards is completely free. Have work across multiple categories? Enter them all. | |
There are 13 categories across Distributor, Supplier, and Collaboration programs — from B2B campaigns and event activations to product innovation, sustainability, and not-for-profit work. The full category descriptions, entry criteria, and Terms & Conditions are all in the APPA Awards Guide.
📖 Download the APPA Awards Guide
Categories · Entry criteria · Judging process · Terms & Conditions
Coming Soon
Tickets and full event information for the 2026 APPA Leadership Summit and the APPA Awards Evening — held Thursday 13 August at Rydges World Square, Sydney — will be available soon. Watch this space.
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