Golden Trumpet Awards
Judging Is Underway
Communications leaders from across the country are evaluating this year's entries, recognizing work that demonstrates strategic thinking, creativity, and measurable impact. Entries are judged on objectives, strategy and execution, creativity, results and impact, and overall quality.
Awards Celebration
68th Annual Golden Trumpet Awards Ceremony
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Hyatt Regency Chicago, Crystal Ballroom
Reception begins at 5:30 PM
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Celebrate the Work. Honor the People. Experience the GTAs.
The Publicity Club of Chicago’s Golden Trumpet Awards return to the Crystal Ballroom at Hyatt Regency Chicago on Tuesday, October 6.
Known as the “GTAs” and the “Oscars of our industry,” the Golden Trumpet Awards bring together professionals from across public relations, marketing, communications, media, and related fields for one of the Midwest’s signature industry celebrations.
Join colleagues, clients, collaborators, and the next generation of leaders as we recognize outstanding work, celebrate distinguished careers, and reconnect across the industry.
What to Expect
Gold and Silver Awards
Celebrate the year’s most outstanding campaigns, programs, content, and communications work.
Major Individual Awards
Honor leaders whose careers, influence, and service have made a lasting impact on the profession and the Chicago community.
30 Under 30
Recognize rising professionals who are already helping shape the future of the industry.
Cocktail Reception and Plated Dinner
Enjoy an evening in the Hyatt Regency Chicago’s Crystal Ballroom, beginning with cocktails and networking followed by dinner and the awards ceremony.
Connections Across the Industry
Reconnect with familiar faces, meet new colleagues, and bring together professionals across organizations, disciplines, and generations.
Photos and Shareable Moments
Celebrate your team, your award, and your Golden Trumpet moment with special photo and content opportunities throughout the evening.
Ticket Options
There are several ways to attend the Golden Trumpet Awards.
Member Ticket
Discounted individual admission for active members of the Publicity Club of Chicago.
Nonmember Ticket
Individual admission for guests who are not current PCC members.
Sponsor Table
An exclusive table of ten with premium placement, table signage, photo signs, ceremony recognition, and additional visibility for your organization.
Interested in becoming a PCC member before purchasing your ticket? Visit the PCC membership page or contact office@publicity.org for assistance.
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Ticket Periods
Purchase early to secure the best available price. Ticket prices increase as the ceremony approaches and more guests take their seats.
Warm-Up: July 24 through August 14, 2026
Curtain Call: August 15 through September 18, 2026
Final Note: September 19 through September 25, 2026
Registrations requested after September 25 will be accommodated based on availability.
Individual Ticket Prices
| Ticket Type | Warm-Up | Curtain Call | Final Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| PCC Member | $300 | $325 | TBD |
| Nonmember | $400 | $450 | TBD |
PCC members receive preferred pricing throughout the ticketing period. Final Note prices will be announced before September 19.
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Sponsor Table Prices
Sponsor tables include an exclusive table of ten, premium placement, table signage, photo signs, ceremony recognition, and additional organizational visibility.
| Sponsor Table | Warm-Up | Curtain Call | Final Note |
| PCC Member Sponsor Table | $4,000 | $4,500 | Contact PCC |
| Nonmember Sponsor Table | $4,500 | $5,000 | Contact PCC |
Sponsor tables are limited and subject to availability. PCC will follow up with the purchaser to collect guest names, organization information, and recognition materials.
Organizations interested in expanded sponsorship opportunities should contact office@publicity.org.
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About the Golden Trumpet Awards
For more than six decades, the Golden Trumpet Awards have recognized exceptional achievement in public relations, marketing, communications, and related fields across the Midwest.
The ceremony celebrates both the work shaping today’s communications landscape and the people building the future of the profession.
Whether you are attending as an award recipient, colleague, client, sponsor, judge, emerging professional, or friend of PCC, you are invited to be part of this year’s celebration.
Purchase Tickets
Reserve your individual ticket or sponsor table today and join us for the 68th Annual Golden Trumpet Awards.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Hyatt Regency Chicago, Crystal Ballroom
151 E. Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois
Questions about tickets, sponsorships, membership, accessibility, or dietary accommodations may be directed to office@publicity.org.
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