Frequently Asked Questions

The awards are for individuals, companies and events based in KSA. We encourage all employers in the event and entertainment industry, from both the private and public sectors, to submit award nominations.

To be eligible for a 2026 Saudi Event Show Award nomination, your event should have been run and completed between May 31, 2025, and June 1, 2026. Entries that do not adhere to eligibility period will be disqualified.

Entries for 2026 are now closed. The final deadline was Thursday, 18 June 2026 at 5:00 PM (AST).

Entries for 2026 are now closed. The final deadline was Thursday, 18 June 2026 at 5:00 PM (AST).

• The nomination fee is SAR 300 per entry.

• You can complete your application first and then proceed to payment.

• Once your submission is finalized, you will receive a secure online payment link to complete the fee payment.

• Please note that your application will only be considered valid once the payment is successfully processed.

• The nomination fee is non-refundable.

Yes, you can enter as many unique nominations as is suitable. Please read each category description carefully and adjust your entry to ensure that you reflect the judging criteria.

A confirmation email will be sent to you confirming the successful receipt of your submission and you will be advised if your submission is incomplete.

Shortlisted nominees will be announced and contacted on Thursday, 23 July 2026.

Winners will be announced during the award ceremony on Thursday, 10 September 2026 at JW Marriott Hotel, Riyadh, KSA

If you have any questions or concerns related to the awards or nomination process; please reach out to Ms. Unnati Shahani at info@saudi-eventshow.com.