The Drum Awards Festival

A-list awards for the best work, companies and people in marketing and media.

The Drum Awards Festival is where the best in marketing and media get the recognition they deserve.

With categories across every sector, discipline, and channel, it’s one of the industry’s biggest awards programs, celebrating creativity that pushes boundaries and strategies that break new ground. Judged by a global panel of top leaders from brands and agencies, this is your chance to get your work in front of the people who matter, earn international recognition, and secure your place among the very best.

June 18, 2025

Early-bird Deadline

Sept 4, 2025

Entry Deadline

Sept 18, 2025

Extended Deadline

Oct 8-15, 2025

Nominations

Nov 17-20, 2025

Awards Festival

Why enter The Drum Awards?

Get global recognition. Winning work is showcased on The Drum, reaching 11.5M industry professionals.

Stand out from competitors and earn points to secure your place in the renowned World Creative Rankings.​

Get in front of a jury of influential decision makers from top brands and agencies.

Winning is just the beginning. Feature in exclusive articles, reports, interviews and join countless events.

There’s a category for every speciality across Advertising, B2B, PR, Media, Content, Digital Experience, Design, and more.