(AWMF) Announces Dates For 51st Annual Gracie Awards

The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (AWMF) has announced the dates for the 51st Annual Gracie Awards, continuing its tradition of honoring outstanding achievements by women in media. The 2026 events will once again spotlight groundbreaking work and emerging voices across the industry.

The Gracies Gala will take place on May 19, 2026, at the Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills, where national award winners will be celebrated. The Gracies Luncheon, recognizing local and student honorees, will follow on June 16, 2026, at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York.

“Following a landmark 50th anniversary season, we remain inspired by the power of women’s voices in shaping our media landscape,” said AWMF President Becky Brooks. “The 51st Gracie Awards will honor the enduring influence of those who paved the way and spotlight the voices who continue to challenge, innovate, and lead.”

Founded in 1975, the Gracie Awards recognize exemplary programming and individual achievement created by, for, and about women. The upcoming events aim to bring together trailblazers and storytellers who are driving the future of media. The Call for Entries for the 2026 Gracie Awards opens in October 2025.