The Esprit Awards are presented by the International Live Events Association (ILEA) to recognize and award the most outstanding live events in the industry each year. The 2026 Esprit Awards includes 16 categories recognizing all aspects of live events, from planning to production, from design to event. The Esprit Awards program is the most inclusive and prestigious international awards program for professionals engaged in the industry of live events.
Criteria + FAQ
Any individual and/or company representative in the events industry is eligible to enter the Esprit Awards competition. Entrants can submit any of their events that occurred between January 1 and December 31 into the following year's Esprit Awards competition. Choose the category that best fits your event(s). Category-specific criteria is available below.
If you have questions, check out the FAQ page on the Esprit application website or email us.
Categorías
MEJOR EVENTO CORPORATIVO GENERAL: el premio al Mejor Evento Corporativo General rinde homenaje a una reunión excepcional que ejemplifica la excelencia en la gestión de eventos corporativos. Este distinguido evento integra a la perfección la planificación estratégica, la innovación y la ejecución impecable, creando una experiencia dinámica e impactante para los asistentes. Representa la cumbre del profesionalismo y la creatividad en la ejecución de eventos corporativos, estableciendo un punto de referencia para la industria.
MEJOR EVENTO GENERAL DE UNA ORGANIZACIÓN SIN FINES DE LUCRO/ASOCIACIÓN: El premio al Mejor evento general de una organización sin fines de lucro/asociación destaca una reunión notable que va más allá de la celebración y encarna el espíritu de excelencia impulsado por un propósito. Este evento demuestra una planificación y ejecución excepcionales y un compromiso con la misión de la organización. Es un ejemplo brillante de cómo los eventos pueden amplificar y apoyar eficazmente las causas que importan, mostrando el ingenio y la dedicación de quienes trabajan en el sector de eventos de asociaciones y organizaciones sin fines de lucro.
MEJOR EVENTO PRIVADO EN GENERAL: El premio al Mejor Evento Privado en General significa una celebración incomparable que personifica el arte de la planificación de eventos. Este evento exclusivo demuestra una ejecución impecable, toques personalizados y un flujo continuo que refleja los más altos estándares de excelencia en eventos privados. Es un testimonio de la excepcional habilidad, creatividad y atención al detalle que exhiben los profesionales de eventos al crear momentos inolvidables para sus clientes.
MEJOR EVENTO PÚBLICO GENERAL: El premio al Mejor Evento Público General de ILEA Esprits reconoce una reunión extraordinaria que cautiva al público con su diseño innovador, ejecución impecable y experiencias inmersivas. Este evento establece el estándar de excelencia en el ámbito de las experiencias en vivo, mostrando lo máximo de la creatividad y el profesionalismo en la industria de los eventos.
MEJOR BODA EN GENERAL: El premio a la mejor boda en general reconoce una celebración excepcional que muestra una planificación meticulosa, una ejecución impecable y una combinación perfecta de estilo personal. Este evento ejemplifica la cumbre de la felicidad matrimonial, donde cada detalle está perfectamente cuidado y la orquestación perfecta refleja la experiencia de un verdadero profesional de los eventos.
CATERED
The Catered category recognizes outstanding design and production of food and/or beverage for an event, or series of events.
CAPTURA DE EVENTOS
The Event Capture category recognizes outstanding capture of an event through photographs and/or video.
MARKETING CAMPAIGN
The Marketing Campaign category recognizes an outstanding event or series
of events that achieves
marketing objectives.
SCENIC DESIGN, INSTALLATION OR
EXHIBIT DESIGN
The Scenic Design, Installation or Exhibit Design category recognizes outstanding design and production of scenic/set design, temporary
installations and or exhibit
or tradeshow booths.
DESIGN/DECOR
The Design/Decor category recognizes outstanding design and production of decor elements for an event or
series of events.
INNOVATION
The Innovation category recognizes an outstanding new element or idea that elevates an event, or series of events.
MARKETING COLLATERAL
The Marketing Collateral category recognizes outstanding media material (print or digital) used to promote or provide engagement for an event
- in person, hybrid or virtual.
TECHNICAL PRODUCTION
The Technical Production category recognizes outstanding design and achievement of AV production and technology for an event or series of events.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION INTIATIVE
The Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Initiative category recognizes an outstanding event, or series of events that Creates cultural inclusion and belonging, through workplace and/or attendee diversity, diversity intelligence & vendor/supplier diversity.
LOGISTICS
La categoría de Logística reconoce la excelente resolución de problemas para desafíos logísticos complejos necesarios para ejecutar un evento, un elemento de evento o una serie de eventos.
MULTI-DAY
The Multi-Day category recognizes an outstanding event spanning the course of more than one day with set up and breakdown days are
not included.
VIRTUAL
The Virtual category recognizes an outstanding event or series of events for a 100% virtual audience who are able to participate in real time.
ARTISTA/
ENTRETENIMIENTO
The Entertainer/Entertainment category recognizes an outstanding entertainer or entertainment production for an event or series of events.
MAKES AN IMPACT
/GIVES BACK
The Makes an Impact/Gives Back category recognizes the positive social, environmental, or cultural impact of an event or series of events.
PLANNING
The Planning category recognizes outstanding achievement in planning
for live event.
Categorías
Overall Best
Best Overall Corporate Event
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On the Eight Track - ASC 2025 | Hello! Destination Management
Best Overall Non-Profit/Association Event
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ILEA Build: Constructing Creativity | CoveRock Consulting, Radius Event Design, Sheraton Commander Hotel, Your Love in Lights, 4Wall Entertainment, CID Event Productions, Siagel Productions
Best Overall Public Event
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Surrey Fusion Festival | MRG Live Ltd, City of Surrey
Best Overall Private Event
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DebFest | Sara Walker Private Events
Best Overall Wedding
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A Blooming Love | Wilkinson Rhodes
Catered Event
Corporate
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Totally 90's: A Throwback Feast | White Table Catering & Events
Wedding
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A Moderne Love Story | D'Amico Hospitality
Association/Non-Profit
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Ignite the Night - The Mayor's Party | White Table Catering & Events
Event Design/Decor
Corporate
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Beyond the Emerald City | Cohera
Wedding
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A Blooming Love | Wilkinson Rhodes
DEI&A Initiative
Corporate
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Mojave Moment Resilience Space - IMEX 2025 | Hello! Destination Management
Public
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Surrey Fusion Festival | MRG Live Ltd, City of Surrey
Association/Non-Profit
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Wing Luke Museum Dinner & Auction: Wing Luke Legacies | GFS Events
Entertainer/Entertainment
Corporate
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IPW 2025 Opening Reception: The Ultimate House Party | BeatMix Music
Association/Non-Profit
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Performing with Purpose: Lightscape | Fluxion Entertainment LLC
Event Capture
Corporate
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Brohn Homes: Havana Nights | Nomad + Camera, Waterloo Creative
Wedding
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Liz and John's Wedding | Jessica Miller Photography
Public
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The Bakken Museum: Sparking an Interest in Science | Joe Szurszewski Photography LLC
Event Innovation
Corporate
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Mojave Moment Resilience Space - IMEX 2025 | Hello! Destination Management
Private
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Aroma Journey Friendsgiving Fragrance Blending Experience | Aroma Journey LLC
Association/Non-Profit
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Symphony Soiree | Cohera
Wedding
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Yes, Even the Cream Cheese Wonton | D'Amico Hospitality
Event Logistics
Corporate
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US News Award Celebration | Glickerman Productionz
Association/Non-Profit
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Emerson College Alumni Weekend | Emerson College
Public
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Khatsahlano Street Party | MRG Live Ltd, Kitsilano 4th Ave Business Improvement Association
Private
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60th Birthday Party | CORT Party Rental
Wedding
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A Blooming Love | Wilkinson Rhodes
Makes an Impact
Corporate
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CTC Presents: The HOSPY'S 2025 | CTC Designation Management, a DMC Network Company
Wedding
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How we achieved a legitimate Zero Waste Wedding | Eclipse Event Co.
Association/Non-Profit
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GO WEST Future Leaders Program | OneWest Event Design & Production
Multi-Day Event
Corporate
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White Cap: Champions Club Incentive | AOO Events
Association/Non-Profit
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ILEA Build: Constructing Creativity | CoveRock Consulting, Radius Event Design, Sheraton Commander Hotel, Your Love in Lights, 4Wall Entertainment, CID Event Productions, Siagel Productions
Public
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Charlotte SHOUT! | Charlotte Center City Partners
Marketing Collateral
Corporate
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On the Eight Track - ASC 2025 | Hello! Destination Management
Wedding
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Alyssa and Justin's Wedding - A Family-Forward Nuptials Event | Aly Am Paperie
Marketing Campaign
Corporate
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Cohera Brand Launch | Cohera
Association/Non-Profit
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SickKids 150: #Balloonspotting | Citizen Experiential
Event Planning
Corporate
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Tennessee Twilight | Hello! Nashville Destination Management
Association/Non-Profit
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Love Purse | GYM Events
Wedding
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A Blooming Love | Wilkinson Rhodes
Scenic Design
Corporate
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Pigment of Your Imagination | Hello! Destination Management
Public
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Santa's Workshop presented by Shoppers Drug Mart | Citizen Experiential
Wedding
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Flower Wedding Event | VIVAS Inc.
