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The Greatest Showcase
2026 American Advertising Awards

Step into the spotlight at a spectacular evening celebrating the bold creativity, innovation, and show-stopping talent of the Mississippi Gulf Coast advertising community.

Inspired by the theatrical flair, energy, and visual drama of The Greatest Showman, this year’s awards night brings creativity center stage like never before.

What to Expect

  • Awards presentation
  • Networking with fellow creatives and industry professionals
  • Dinner & beverages
  • Cash bar
  • Photobooth

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Who Should Attend?

This event is for advertising and marketing professionals across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, including:

  • Advertisers & marketers
  • Copywriters & account executives
  • Graphic designers & web developers
  • Videographers & photographers
  • Project managers and creative leaders

Whether you’re competing for an ADDY® Award or simply looking to connect with fellow creatives, The Greatest Showcase offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity to be inspired by exceptional talent and bold ideas.

Attire: Center Stage Style

Guests are encouraged to embrace playfully elegant or creative-chic attire, drawing inspiration from the glamour, drama, and theatrical style associated with The Greatest Showman aesthetic.

Prefer a classic look? That’s perfectly fine—business casual to semi-formal attire is always welcome.

Ticket prices:

  • Professional (Adult)Ticket: $65.00
  • Student (College Student) Ticket: $45.00
  • Reserved Table of 8 (Premium Seating): $500.00
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2026 American Advertising Awards Sponsors

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How to Enter

All entries must be submitted through the American Advertising Awards entry portal (below). Use the official rulebooks (below) to view a full list of categories and rules. Please direct additional questions to aafmsgulfcoast@gmail.com.

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Entry Fees

Member Single Entries: $90.00

Non-Member Single Entries: $100.00

Member Campaign Entries: $110.00

Non-Member Campaign Entries: $120.00

Student Single Entries: $30.00

Student Campaign Entries: $40.00

Professional Rules
Student Rules