Online Entry
& Judging Portal
Don't have an account? Choose an entry category below to begin. Logged in users may also click these to submit additional entries.
Returning Entrants: click here to access your past submissions or select a category from above to make an additional entry.
Judging for the American Advertising Awards will be conducted online.
In some categories, entrants are allowed and/or required to upload additional digital examples of an entry. This is intended to provide more appropriate content for the judges.
Please carefully follow all online submission guidelines provided within the entry system, to ensure that your work is properly represented during all three tiers of the American Advertising Awards competition.
Welcome to the American Advertising Awards Buffalo competition.
Please be sure to carefully read the appropriate rules and categories information:
Professional Rules and Categories
AAF Buffalo includes two local-only categories:
- Creative Use of Paper: This award celebrates creative work that makes standout use of advertising’s classic medium—paper. From custom envelopes to inventive packaging or displays, it honors craftsmanship in the most timeless form of communication.
CommUNITY Award for Inclusive Advertising
Being a good neighbor makes a great creator. This award recognizes advertising that addresses issues experienced by under-represented communities and gives voice to groups that have been stereotyped or ignored in media and by society,increasing viewers’ perceptions and understanding of multicultural communities.
*Please note, local-only categories are not eligible to forward to District or National competitions and valid for only professionals.
Professional & Student Deadlines:
Early Entry Deadline: Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025 @ 11:59PM
On-time Entries Deadline: Friday, January 9th, 2026 @ 11:59PM
Late Entries Deadline: Thursday, January 15th, 2026 @ 11:59PM
* These dates apply to both students and professionals
Professional Rates
Single Entry: $95.00
Campaign Entry: $110.00
* Early entries get an automatic discount of $11 per entry. Late entries incur a $40 late fee.
Student Rates
Entry: $35.00
* Late entries incur a $10 late fee. First submission free with the “Entries for All” program. See below for details.
Students Submit For Free! Entries for All Student Program
This year, we’re thrilled to bring back the “Entries for All” program, an initiative from Riveter Design. This fee-free entry program is designed to empower emerging advertising talent. Every local student is invited to submit their work for a chance to win an ADDY. Awards are presented live at the prestigious GALAAA Awards on March 6, in front of an audience of local students and industry professionals – a prime opportunity to showcase your talent and get noticed by leading local companies.
Students can use code EFA26 at checkout for up to one free submission.
Ready to Submit Your Work?
The platform automatically saves your progress, so you can come back anytime before the deadline. We recommend starting your entry by filling out the submission details – then upload your creative work when you're ready.
Questions?
If you run into any issues or need help please contact us at addyhelp@aafbuffalo.com
