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
AAF West Michigan's 2025-26 American Advertising Awards Competition opens November 12, 2025
DEADLINE TO ENTER: January 30, 2026
Save the date for the show — Friday, February 27, 2026
We’re rolling out the red carpet at the JW Marriott in downtown Grand Rapids for a night inspired by Old Hollywood: Film Noir. Step into the spotlight, celebrate standout creative, and connect with the vibrant advertising community that makes West Michigan shine.
Tickets are on sale now!
Use code EARLYB26 for 20% off individual tickets (professional and student) through Friday, January 30 at 11:59 PM ET.
LEARN MORE
Not a member yet? We have monthly options that make membership fun and affordable. Visit: https://www.aafwmi.org/membership for more information.
RULES
ENTRY FEES
PROFESSIONAL
| Member Base Fee - CAMPAIGN | $105.00 |
| Member Base Fee - SINGLE | $90.00 |
| Non-Member Base Fee - CAMPAIGN | $135.00 |
| Non-Member Base Fee - SINGLE | $115.00 |
STUDENT
| Base Fee | $30.00 |
YOUR JUDGES
TBD
2025-26 SPONSORS
Want to sponsor the show? Visit: https://www.aafwmi.org/sponsors (free tickets to the show and many more perks included with select sponsorships :)
