LDI and Live Design are thrilled to announce the return of the Excellence in Live Design Awards, celebrating the outstanding projects, people, and creative and technical achievements shaping the live entertainment and events industry.
Recognizing the People and Projects Behind Extraordinary Experiences
“The Excellence in Live Design Awards have a history of recognizing the extraordinary creativity and technical expertise within this industry,” said Marian Sandberg, VP and Market Leader, Forge. “We're excited to bring the awards back and create a platform that celebrates the incredible work happening across our community today – while giving that work the visibility it deserves.”
These awards bring together the reach and community of LDI and Live Design to recognize exceptional work. Judged by our readers, the awards provide a platform for designers, technologists, producers, creative teams, manufacturers, and organizations from around the world to showcase the innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence behind today's most memorable live experiences.
About The Awards
Entries can be submitted by anyone involved in the project—including architects, consultants, owners, producers, manufacturers, suppliers, designers, venue, or event staff. Any project completed anywhere in the world between January 2025 and July 2026 is eligible for submission. Let's showcase the talent in our community!
Award Categories
- Architainment/Immersive Experience
- Concert (Arena/Theater, primary venue capacity under 20,000)
- Concert (Stadium Tour, primary venue capacity 20,000+)
- Corporate Event
- Live For Broadcast
- Theatre Production
- Venue (Club/Lounge)
- Venue (Hotel/Restaurant)
- Venue (Theatre/Performance)
Finalists and winners will be showcased in LDI and Live Design digital channels, providing global exposure for the designers, producers, technologists, manufacturers, and industry leaders who make up these communities. The winners will also be recognized during our awards ceremony at LDI 2026, December 2-8, 2026 in Las Vegas.
Key Dates:
- Entries Open: August 26, 2026
- Entry Deadline: September 30, 2026
- Voting Starts: October 1, 2026
- Winners Announced: November 13
To explore the categories, review eligibility and judging criteria, and submit an entry, visit:
Excellence In Live Design
Got questions? Email [email protected]
About LDI
For nearly four decades, LDI® (Live Design International) has connected the live entertainment, design, and technology community with the latest innovations, education, and inspiration driving the industry forward. LDI brings together designers, programmers, engineers, production professionals, manufacturers, and technology leaders from around the world to discover new solutions, exchange ideas, and shape the future of live experiences. LDI 2026 takes place December 2–8, 2026, at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
About Live Design
Live Design is a leading resource for entertainment design and technology professionals, covering the people, projects, products, and ideas shaping live entertainment and experiences worldwide. Through news, in-depth features, industry insights, and education, Live Design connects the creative and technical professionals behind the world's most innovative productions and experiences.
About Forge
Forge fuels exceptional business connections—where every buyer and seller interaction matters. Through live events enriched with data insights and active year-round digital communities, we deliver measurable results. It happens here.