Each year, members of American Advertising Federation – Amarillo (AAF-Amarillo), work hard to organize the American Advertising Awards with a mission to recognize and reward the creative spirit of excellence in the art of advertising.

The 2026 American Advertising Awards

6 P.M. Friday, February 20, 2026

HODGETOWN Stadium

ABOUT THE EVENT

The evening will feature food, drinks, entertainment, giveaways, and, most importantly, recognition of the most innovative and breakthrough advertising work in our region. The American Advertising Awards, hosted by AAF-Amarillo, mark the beginning of a prestigious three-tier national competition.

Across the country, local entrants compete for awards, with winners advancing to the second tier: district competitions. District award winners then move forward to the national stage of the American Advertising Awards.

Enter Your Work Today

A GOLD American Advertising Award is recognition of the highest level of creative excellence and is judged to be superior to all other entries in the category. Entries that are also considered outstanding and worthy of recognition receive a SILVER American Advertising Award. The number of awards given in each category is determined by the judges, based on the relative quality of work in that category.

Entering the American Advertising Awards supports the entire advertising industry, because the AAF and its local and district affiliates use the proceeds to enhance advertising through programs such as public service, internships, advocacy groups, advertising education and consumer awareness.