Honoring Excellence in the Events Industry at the Middle East Event Awards

The Middle East Event Awards gathers the who’s who of the MICE and live events industry to honour outstanding individuals, teams, and companies that have conceptualised and delivered the best event experiences across the region.

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Years Legacy

600+

Awards Submissions

900+

Attendees

32

Award Categories

30+

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Entries are Now Open for the Middle East Event Awards 2025!

The stage is set, and the spotlight is on you! Now in its 16th year, the Middle East Event Awards continues to recognise and celebrate the exceptional achievements of individuals, teams, and companies across the dynamic events industry in the Middle East.

This prestigious Awards honors and celebrates those who have pushed creative boundaries, delivered unforgettable experiences, and demonstrated an unwavering commitment to excellence. Whether you’re a seasoned event professional or a rising star, the Middle East Event Awards provides a platform to showcase your work, gain industry recognition, and celebrate alongside the region’s top talent and leaders.

This year, we’re taking the Awards to new heights! With exciting new categories and updated criteria that reflect the evolving trends and standards in the events landscape, there’s more opportunity than ever to stand out. Download the Awards Entry Pack to explore all categories, eligibility requirements, and submission guidelines. Craft a compelling entry to highlight your achievements and show why you’re the best in the business.

We are excited to receive your submissions and look forward to celebrating the best of the best at the Middle East Event Awards 2025. For questions or assistance, contact us at awards@me-eventshow.com.

Unnati Shahani
Awards Project Manager, Informa Connect

Important Dates

Thursday, 27 March 2025

Entry Deadline

Thursday, 8 May 2025

Shortlist Announcement

Thursday, 19 June 2025

Awards Ceremony

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Award Categories at a Glance

The Middle East Event Awards celebrates the best in the region's thriving events industry. With six key award tracks and a variety of categories, the platform is open to:

Arts, Entertainment & Festivals

Covers arts, culture, music, festivals, and entertainment.

💠 Best Arts and Culture Event
💠 Best Entertainment Production
💠 Best Festival of the Year
💠 Best Music Event
💠 Best Sporting Event

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Corporate, Community & Marketing

Includes corporate meetings, community events, exhibitions, social events, and marketing campaigns.

💠 Best Association/Corporate Meeting
💠 Best Community Event
💠 Best Event Marketing Campaign of the Year
💠 Best Event on a Budget
💠 Best Exhibition of the Year <10,000 sqm (NEW!)
💠 Best Exhibition of the Year >10,000 sqm (NEW!)
💠 Best Social Event
💠 Outstanding Brand Activation Event

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Event Design & Experience

Covers event space design, stand construction, and temporary venues.

💠 Best Event Space Design & Décor
💠 Best Stand Design & Build <100 sqm (NEW!)
💠 Best Stand Design & Build >100 sqm (NEW!)
💠 Best Temporary Venue or Structure

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Event Services & Suppliers

Encompasses logistics, recruitment, venues, and other service providers.

💠 Best Event Logistics Provider of the Year
💠 Best Event Photography & Videography
💠 Best Event Recruitment Agency (NEW!)
💠 Best Staffing Agency of the Year
💠 Best Supplier of the Year
💠 Best Venue <10,000 sqm (NEW!)
💠 Best Venue >10,000 sqm (NEW!)

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Event Technology & Innovation

Focuses on technological innovations, sustainability, light and sound, and video solutions.

💠 Best Light & Sound Solution
💠 Best Sustainability Initiative
💠 Best Use of Technology at an Event
💠 Best Video Solution

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People & Teams

Focuses on agencies, employers, and individual achievements.

💠 Best Employer of the Year <100 employees (NEW!)
💠 Best Employer of the Year >100 employees (NEW!)
💠 Best Event Agency of the Year (NEW!)
💠 Young Achiever of the Year

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