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Legacy & Spotlight Honors (3no.)

Honoring Pioneers Who Shaped the Industry.
This category celebrates the individuals and organizations whose vision, consistency, and impact have laid the foundation for the event world as we know it. These awards spotlight lifetime legacies and contributors which shape and inspire the future.

Honoring a visionary whose lifelong contribution has shaped and elevated India’s events and experiential industry and beyond.

Celebrating the exceptional achievements of a woman event planner in the wedding or corporate segment who has inspired leadership, creativity, and execution.

Awarded to an event that led the way in sustainability and environmental consciousness, setting a benchmark for eco-friendly practices.

BIG Jury Select Awards

The Jury’s Exclusive Picks for Boundary-Breaking Brilliance.
Handpicked by our esteemed jury, this category recognizes standout work that redefines standards. Whether bold in concept, flawless in execution, or unforgettable in experience — these winners exemplify excellence that speaks for itself.

Recognizing a pioneering leader who has steered their organization or vision with integrity, foresight, and influence.

Honoring a bold entrepreneur who introduced groundbreaking ideas and built a strong brand in the events and hospitality ecosystem.

Celebrating the most dynamic and impactful event planner whose work stands as a benchmark of innovation and flawless delivery.

Awarded for excellence in lighting design that transformed event atmospheres into unforgettable visual spectacles.

Recognizing mastery in sound design and audio engineering that elevated the experience of the event.

Presented for visionary floral styling that turned blooms into immersive, emotional storytelling.

Awarded to a production expert or team for bringing ideas to life through structure, scale, and execution.

Honoring seamless logistics management across people, platforms, and processes for an event’s flawless execution.

Recognizing the best in special effects integration that added drama and delight to event storytelling.

Celebrating creativity and safety in pyrotechnics, adding explosive beauty to unforgettable moments.

A lifetime achievement recognition bestowed upon a stalwart who redefined the industry and inspired generations.

Awarded to a standout individual who upheld dignity, leadership, and innovation in every project and interaction.

Celebrating venues that offer not just space but a world of experiences, preferred for their service, setting, and scalability.

Presented for excellence in decor and design that turned event spaces into storybooks and dreamlands.

Awarded to a DJ who moves crowds, sets vibes, and redefines entertainment through energy, rhythm, and soul.

Awarded to the best sports or motorsports events across the globe.

BIG Creative & Cultural Excellence (8 no.)

Celebrating Artistry That Honors Culture and Sparks Innovation.
This category applauds visionary creatives who fuse design with meaning — from culturally rich aesthetics to avant-garde expressions. It’s where heritage meets originality, and storytelling transforms into unforgettable design language.

Celebrates events highlighting the power and diversity of visual, performing, and literary arts.

Award for outstanding live music event with exceptional performances and crowd engagement.

Celebrates the promotion and preservation of culture through immersive and inclusive experiences.

For events primarily designed to entertain and emotionally engage their audience.

Celebrating a fashion or jewellery showcase that combined design, storytelling, and guest experience in a standout way.

Awarded to the most luxurious and entertaining gala evening of the year.

Celebrates excellence in live event execution, whether comedy, music, or mixed formats.

For large-scale musical events that stood out in sound, curation, and audience energy.

BIG Corporate & Community Impact (4 no.)

Recognizing Purpose-Driven Events That Create Ripples Beyond the Room.
We celebrate corporate, social, and brand events that elevate impact — whether through CSR integration, employee empowerment, sustainability, or social good. These are the moments that spark connection and leave lasting change.

Celebrating events that strengthened business relationships and led to measurable growth.

For consumer-facing events that created profound brand impact and customer engagement.

Celebrates internal or external corporate gatherings that align with business goals.

Recognizing a creatively designed offsite or team-building event that delivered high engagement and impact.

An award that celebrates the association that commands the strongest industry presence, member engagement, and public support. This recognition is based on nominations, industry votes, and overall influence, honoring the association that truly brings the event community together

BIG Knowledge & Industry Connect (10 no.)

Celebrating Platforms That Power Progress.
This category honors expos, trade shows, and educational events that fuel growth, foster collaboration, and drive the industry forward. Whether it’s knowledge-sharing, trend-spotting, or networking at scale — these events shape the future by connecting people, ideas, and opportunities

For large-scale, multi-session events built around fandom, industries, or niche interests.

Celebrating workshops, trainings, and seminars that offered a measurable learning impact.

Recognizing public exhibitions that offered unique value to attendees and stakeholders.

Awarded to themed gatherings with experiential setups and vibrant participation.

For events promoting holistic well-being, mental health, or medical innovation.

Honoring experiences designed for meaningful professional connections and opportunities.

Celebrates high-level gatherings of leaders to shape conversations and strategies.

For events showcasing emerging technology, trends, or innovation in the digital age.

Recognizing excellence in commercial exhibitions and industry showcases.

Honoring an institute that has excelled in event education through innovation, industry exposure, and student success.

BIG Heart Awards For Good (4 no.)

Recognizing Events That Create Impact with Intention.
This category applauds events that serve a greater purpose — from CSR initiatives and cause-driven campaigns to eco-conscious celebrations and fundraisers. Here, creativity becomes a force for change, and every detail reflects a commitment to people, planet, and purpose.

For events that passionately support or raise awareness for a specific cause or movement.

Recognizing events that profoundly contributed to corporate social responsibility and community welfare.

Awarded to events promoting environmental consciousness and sustainable practices.

Awarded to events tackling pressing social issues with empathy and purpose.

BIG Regional Spotlight Awards (4 no.)

Shining a Light on Local Legends & Regional Trailblazers.
This category honours excellence rooted in geography — celebrating individuals, and businesses that have transformed their regional event landscape. From cultural relevance to community influence, these awards recognize local heroes making a BIG impact in their own corners of the country.

Recognizing the best event executed in North India, marked by creativity and impact.

Celebrates standout event experiences delivered in the southern states of India.

Awarded to events that shone a light on the vibrant culture and innovation of Eastern India.

For the most impressive event executed in the western region of India.

BIG Venue Excellence Awards (4 no.)

Applauding Spaces That Set the Stage for Greatness.
This category celebrates venues that elevate every event — with exceptional service, seamless operations, architectural brilliance, and guest-first thinking. Whether intimate or iconic, heritage or modern, these are the places where unforgettable moments come to life.

Recognizing venues that turned weddings and celebrations into unforgettable experiences.

Awarded to destinations or venues that excelled in hosting Meetings, Incentives, Conferences & Exhibitions.

For venues that exemplified sustainability and eco-conscious event practices.

Celebrates destinations known for offering exceptional leisure and entertainment experiences.

Next-Gen Experiential Excellence Awards (7 no.)

Honoring innovation, immersion, and evolution in experiential marketing.

This category celebrates pathbreaking formats, cutting-edge integrations, and creative disruptions that reimagine brand engagement through technology, culture, design, storytelling, and sensory experience.

A temporary brand activation space designed to deliver immersive and memorable experiences that boost product awareness, trial, or consumer interaction.

A brand-led experiential activation at a retail space (mall, store, etc.) designed to enhance in-store engagement, footfall, and purchase intent.

An activation that combines education and entertainment — designed for youth, schools, or communities to convey information in a fun, interactive way.

A curated experiential campaign centered around culinary excellence, including tasting tours, immersive food pop-ups, brand-themed cafes, or chef-led sessions.

An experiential initiative aimed at promoting tourism destinations through curated events, immersive trails, or destination showcase campaigns.

An event or campaign targeting youth that promotes social change, civic awareness, or volunteerism through creative experiences.

An event or campaign created with the specific goal of generating viral digital content through influencer participation, user-generated content, or immersive formats.

Next-Gen Celebration Experience Awards (11 no.)

Redefining the Future of Wedding & Social Celebrations.

This category applauds the evolving artistry and vision in social and wedding events, where tradition meets innovation. From immersive décor storytelling to culture-fused experiences, sustainable designs to cinematic moments, these awards recognize event creators who go beyond convention to craft truly memorable, emotionally resonant, and visually iconic celebrations. It’s where imagination, personalization, and modern luxury come alive.

A wedding where a central theme was creatively brought to life across décor, fashion, entertainment, and guest experiences.

A sustainable wedding or social celebration is planned with eco-friendly materials, practices, and mindful design.

A small-scale, high-touch wedding or social event focused on personalization, elegance, and meaningful experiences.

Recognition for an exceptionally crafted stage or mandap design became the celebration’s visual centerpiece.

A wedding curated across multiple days with distinctive themes, activities, and settings for each celebration.

A standout baraat entry designed with creativity, energy, and theatrics that became a showstopper in the celebration.

A high-energy after-party featuring immersive entertainment, thematic décor, and memorable guest engagement.

A wedding that epitomized opulence and grandeur in design, hospitality, location, and overall execution.

An event that featured a striking art installation or décor piece that elevated the aesthetic and storytelling.

A single, powerful moment from the event is captured like a film scene — emotive, dramatic, and unforgettable.

A wedding or social event where every element of decor helped narrate a meaningful story or journey.

Recognizing the most impactful and flawlessly executed large-scale shows managed by a single powerhouse team.

Next-Gen Experiential Tech Awards (7 no.)

Engineering the Extraordinary Behind Every Experience

This category salutes the creative engineers, technical visionaries, and backstage wizards who use technology to transform ideas into reality. From show-stopping AV and immersive XR to seamless show running, digital interactivity, and fabrication finesse, these awards recognize technical brilliance and innovation that power unforgettable event experiences.

Honoring futuristic and effective use of holograms to enhance stage presence or messaging.

Recognizing the use of drones for filming, lighting, delivery, or choreography at events.

For stage setups that feature motion, transformation, or kinetic art as part of live performance.

For AI-powered elements like personalization, content, or automation in an event setting.

Recognizing innovative use of wearables (RFID bands, smart badges, etc.) to enhance interactivity.

For innovations enabling seamless, touch-free engagement in post-pandemic event environments.

For executing complex tech setups across multiple locations efficiently.

Honoring the most efficient, user-friendly, and impactful software that simplifies event planning, boosts productivity, and enhances attendee experience.

Next-Gen Hotel & Venue Awards (9 no.)

Celebrating Spaces That Set the Stage for Iconic Events

These awards recognize hotels, venues, and destination properties that go beyond luxury and functionality, offering unforgettable experiences, seamless service, and the perfect setting for events that matter. From corporate milestones to intimate unions and lavish celebrations, these venues shape the soul of every event they host.

Honoring futuristic and effective use of holograms to enhance stage presence or messaging.

For properties that excel in hosting high-impact yet intimate business meetings, workshops, and strategy sessions.

Awarded to a venue that delivers scale, sophistication, and service for large-format business events and conferences.

Recognizing a property that masters the art of hosting stylish and soulful, intimate weddings with refined detailing.

For a destination venue that redefines grandeur, hospitality, and scale in executing spectacular large weddings.

Awarded to a metro-city venue that blends urban accessibility with world-class infrastructure for corporate gatherings.

Honors a large-format venue in metro India that supports expansive setups for expos, conventions, and summits.

Celebrates the finest large wedding venue in a metro setting that brings glamour, tradition, and scale under one roof.

For a grand venue in Asia that caters exceptionally to high-volume, high-opulence Indian destination weddings.

This award honors resorts that excel in hosting both grand weddings and high-impact corporate events, offering exceptional ambiance, service, and event infrastructure that cater seamlessly to social and business gatherings.

Next-Gen Stagecraft Stars Awards (19 no.)

Spotlighting Brilliance in Live Performances & On-Stage Talent

This category honors the extraordinary flair, energy, and innovation of on-stage professionals and performers who transform live experiences into unforgettable spectacles. From masters of ceremonies and musicians to choreographers and avant-garde performers, these awards celebrate individuals and groups who elevate events through talent, presence, and artistry.

For a female emcee who brings finesse, charisma, and class to every stage, driving high audience engagement and seamless flow at corporate or lifestyle events.

For a male emcee who combines voice, versatility, and charm to keep audiences captivated and events running effortlessly in business and lifestyle spaces.

Honoring a female emcee who breathes life into weddings and social celebrations through engaging storytelling, guest chemistry, and seamless transitions.

Recognizing a male emcee who adds flair, warmth, and memorable moments as the anchor for high-profile weddings and social events.

For a band that brought rhythm, soul, and unforgettable musical energy to a wedding or social event.

For a band that creates a magnetic live music experience for a corporate or lifestyle audience, aligning perfectly with the theme and mood.

Awarding the DJ who masterfully mixed beats, read the room, and turned the dance floor into the heart of the celebration.

For a dance troupe or choreographer whose performance added spectacle, rhythm, and emotion to a wedding or social event.

Celebrating a one-of-a-kind live act that fused concept, technology, and talent to create a groundbreaking audience experience.

Honoring a makeup artist whose exceptional talent transforms individuals for weddings and social events, creating unforgettable looks with finesse and flair.

Awarded to the catering service that delivered a standout gastronomic experience, combining taste, presentation, and service excellence for weddings or social events.

Recognizing the most thoughtful, innovative, and brand-aligned gifting solutions that elevated the guest experience across corporate, wedding, or social celebrations.

Celebrating design studios or creators who reimagined wedding and social invitations through trendsetting formats, personalization, and creative brilliance.

Acknowledging the agency or team that seamlessly curated and managed performers and talent, ensuring smooth execution across high-profile events.

Honoring visual storytellers who captured the essence of an event with exceptional creativity, composition, and technical mastery in photography or cinematography.

Awarded to a live performer or group that wowed audiences with creativity, energy, and memorable stage presence (mixologist mentalist, Jugglers and other).

Recognizing the agency that consistently delivers reliable, professional, and well-trained manpower for events. This award honours excellence in staffing solutions, operational support, and seamless on-ground execution across diverse event formats.

Honouring the comedian who brought laughter to life with originality, timing, and audience connection. This award celebrates outstanding live performances that elevated events through wit, humour, and unforgettable stage presence.

Recognising a standout, original event property or concept that has demonstrated lasting value, strong brand identity, and audience engagement. This award celebrates innovation in IP creation across festivals, shows, experiences, or event series that have become benchmarks in the industry.

This award celebrates creators and innovators behind the trophies, mementos, certificates, and bespoke recognition tools that make every award moment memorable. Honoring those who craft the symbols of appreciation, this category recognizes excellence in design, execution, customization, and impact in the world of rewards and recognition within the event industry.