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07/21/2026
An Evening Celebrating Print Excellence
The countdown is on for the 2026 Print Excellence Awards Grand Ceremony!
Join us on Thursday, August 20, at Revery, the beautiful rooftop venue atop the historic Smith Brothers Hardware Building in downtown Columbus, for Graphic Media Alliance's premier celebration of printing excellence. Following a competition that attracted a record-setting 689 entries, this year's Grand Ceremony promises to be one of our most exciting yet.
The evening will honor the incredible craftsmanship, creativity, and innovation showcased throughout this year's competition. Attendees will celebrate Best of Category winners, witness the announcement of the coveted Best of Show awards, recognize this year's Rising Star recipient, and take part in the excitement of the People's Choice competition. Along the way, you'll enjoy a plated dinner, drinks, and the opportunity to reconnect with colleagues and industry friends from across the region.
Whether your company has award-winning work on display or you simply want to celebrate the best our industry has to offer, the Grand Ceremony is an unforgettable evening you will not want to miss.
Registration for GMA members is $100 per attendee. Save 25% with our table packages: $300 for a half table (4 attendees) or $600 for a full table (8 attendees). Each registration includes two drink tickets, a plated dinner, and dessert. Non-members should contact the GMA office for pricing and registration information.
Register today, gather your team, and join us as we celebrate another incredible year of print excellence. We cannot wait to see you on August 20!
An Evening Celebrating Print Excellence
From Best of Show and Rising Star honors to the excitement of the People's Choice competition, the Print Excellence Awards Grand Ceremony is the industry's biggest celebration of the year. Gather your team and register today.
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