AAF-ND
American Advertising Awards
Congratulations to Our 2026 Winners
Thank you to all entrants and participants for your support!
Our 2026 awards show, held on Friday, February 27 at the Avalon Events Center in Fargo, ND, was a success. It was an honor to be able to recognize the incredible work being done by both students and professionals in our region.
Our next awards competition will open for entries in November 2026.
Get Notified When Entries Open
2026 AWARD WINNERS
Best of Show Awards
PROFESSIONAL
best of show
IT’S DESIGNED
North Dakota State University
Online/Interactive > Social Media > Campaign
Created for NDSU School of Design, Architecture, and Art
STUDENT
best of show
THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS CAMPAIGN
Emma Rehder, Tyler Halstenson, Anthony Tortorice
Poster – Campaign
North Dakota State University
BEST OF SALES & MARKETING
KIND CREATURES
Drekker Brewing Company
Created for Drekker Brewing
BEST OF PRINT ADVERTISING
BCBSND EMOJI CAMPAIGN
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
Created for Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
BEST OF OUT-OF-HOME/ AMBIENT MEDIA
DREKKERFEST 11
Drekker Brewing Company
Created for Drekker Brewing
BEST OF ONLINE/INTERACTIVE
IT’S DESIGNED
North Dakota State University
Created for NDSU School of Design, Architecture, and Art
BEST OF FILM, VIDEO & SOUND
THE LILY INITIATIVE
Threefold
Created for Evangel
BEST OF ELEMENTS OF ADVERTISING
INTERBEL | RODEO DREAMS
Tellwell
Created for InterBel
BEST OF PUBLIC SERVICE
LIVING WELL WITH DIABETES
Agency MABU
Created for ICF Next/CDC
Judges Choice Awards
Bethany Beaman
Account Supervisor
Curiosity
Cincinnati, OH
HOWL HOUSE COMMUNICATIONS
Kayla Duffney Creative
Elements of Advertising > Logo Design
Created for Howl House Communications
Jorge pomareda
Group Creative Director
Highdive
Chicago, IL
SELF SABOTAGE
Morgan Rodgers & Isabella Martinez
Student Competition > Online Interactive
North Dakota State University
leigh Farrior
Senior Leader, Creative Services Director
Stamp Idea Group
Montgomery, AL
BREWHOLLER
Drekker Brewing Company
Sales & Marketing > Printed Newsletter
Created for Brewhalla
Mosaic Award
Diversity Achievement award
BARRIER-FREE AMERICA AWARD
Off Color Media
Corporate Social Responsibility > Film, Video & Sound
Created for Paralyzed Veterans of America & U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
2026 Winners Book
See all of the winners from the 2026 AAF-ND American Advertising Awards.
Join the club
Become a member of AAF-ND to enjoy major discounts on entry fees for future competitions and more!
Submission Costs
PROFESSIONAL COMPETITION
Member Pricing:
Single Entries – $75/entry
Campaign Entries – $100/entry
Non-Member Pricing:
Single Entries – $110/entry
Campaign Entries – $140/entry
STUDENT COMPETITION
All Entries (Single & Campaign) – $40/entry
Early Bird Discounts & Late Fees
Professional Competition
Early Bird Discount: $10 OFF
Late Fee: $30.00 ADDED
Student Competition
Early Bird Discount: $10 OFF
Late Fee: $25.00 ADDED
Competition Timeline
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Monday, November 17, 2025:Call for entries begins -
Sunday, December 14, 2025:Early bird pricing deadline -
Sunday, January 18, 2026: Regular pricing deadline -
Friday, January 23, 2026 at 11:59pm:Late fee deadline for entries. -
Monday, January 26, 2026:Judges begin reviewing entries. -
Friday, February 6, 2026:Judging ends. - Monday, February 9: Winners will be notified
- February 27, 2026: AAF-ND American Advertising Awards Show
Rules + Categories
Access Granted: Awards Show Tickets
Dress sharp and prepare for a night where the spotlight is classified—black-tie energy, covert glamour, and can’t-miss awards moments await.
Ticket sales end on February 20 at 11:59 pm.
