Gala trophy by MK Shannon

Did you create the perfect product launch? A wonderful wedding? Outstanding event work in 35 categories will be honored by the Gala Awards. Entry forms for the competition will be available starting June 1.

The Gala Awards have been given by Special Events Magazine, the premier industry publication, since 1986, when awards honored the "top 10 events of 1985." They recognize the finest work in special events worldwide.

Entry forms appear in the June, July and August issues of Special Events.. The form--plus complete information on entering--will also be available online starting tomorrow; click here.

This year’s competition is open to events taking place between Sept. 1, 2005, and Aug. 31, 2006. Nominees will be notified by mid-November, and the winners will be named in January at The Special Event 2007 in Los Angeles.

Entries are $75 each if received by Sept. 8. In a first this year, we've added a late-delivery option--entries are $100 each if received by Sept. 15.

Good luck!