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The Gala Awards competition-the oldest and most prestigious award in special events-opened June 1. The award, given out annually by Special Events magazine, honors outstanding work in special events worldwide.
What events are eligible?
This year's competition is open to events that have taken place between Sept. 1, 2013, and Aug. 31, 2014. Events that place after Aug. 31 may be entered in next year's competition.
Can an event company from anywhere in the world enter the Gala Awards?
Yes! We are honored to receive entries from Europe, North and South America, the Middle East, etc.
When is the Gala Awards 2015 ceremony when the trophies are given out?
It will be Jan. 9, 2015, at The Special Event in Anaheim, Calif.
I am entering the category "Best Achievement in Logistics." Do I need to include a budget?
No! Only categories with a dollar figure in the title need to include a budget. So, if you are entering "Best Floral Design," you do not need to include a budget. But if you enter "Best Wedding: Budget Under $1,000 Per Guest," you do need to include a budget.
If you do need to include a budget, be sure the use the Gala Budget Template so that you include all the line items the judges are looking for. The judges realize that not all entries will require each line in the template, but try to follow the template as closely as you can.
I understand my entry will be a mix of DVDs and a few pieces of paper, correct?...