Sunshine State Awards Ceremony 2026

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Join SPJ Florida for the  2026 Sunshine State Awards ceremony on Saturday, Aug. 29, in Fort Lauderdale, where we’ll celebrate the best in Florida journalism.

Meet us at ArtServe, 1350 E Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale 33304 (map). Purchase tickets here or at the door; prices will be higher at the door, so get them now! High school students are always free.

6 p.m. Cocktail Hour

Open bar and passed appetizers in the lobby. While you mix and mingle, say cheese for the photographer and explore our pop-up experiences. Guests are also invited to explore the exhibits. 

7:30 p.m. ceremony

We’ll go to the auditorium to present awards to first-place winners in the high school, college, and professional categories. 

All winners and finalists can pick up their certificates. All unclaimed certificates will be mailed to the address provided on the entry form. Duplicate certificates can also be ordered for a small fee.

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