GLAAD Media Awards

TIER

US - National

CATEGORY

March

REGION

March

TIMING

US - National

FREQUENCY

March

DuRATION

March

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Dates

Confirmed

March 4
“Varies – NY/LA – (Hilton Midtown, NYC / Beverly Hilton, LA)”

Estimated

March 3
“Varies – NY/LA – (Hilton Midtown, NYC / Beverly Hilton, LA)”

Estimated

March 1
“Varies – NY/LA – (Hilton Midtown, NYC / Beverly Hilton, LA)”

OVervieW

The GLAAD Media Awards return to honor fair, accurate, and inclusive representations of LGBTQ+ people in media and entertainment. Split between Los Angeles and New York, the awards celebrate storytelling that fosters understanding, challenges stereotypes, and drives cultural change. With star-studded red carpets and powerful moments of recognition, the ceremony has become both a celebration and a catalyst for visibility.

HIGHLIGHTS

🌈 Spotlight on Representation – Awards span film, television, journalism, music, and digital media, highlighting work that authentically portrays LGBTQ+ lives and issues.

🌟 Celebrity Power & Advocacy – From Hollywood icons to emerging talent, the night attracts A-listers who use their platforms to amplify inclusion and equality.

🏆 Special Honors – Beyond competitive categories, GLAAD presents special awards recognizing trailblazers, activists, and allies making lasting impacts on LGBTQ+ rights.

📺 Cultural Influence – Winners often spark wider industry change, influencing how networks, studios, and publishers approach storytelling and representation.

✨ A Night of Community & Celebration – The event blends advocacy with glamour, offering a space where celebration of progress meets commitment to ongoing work.

INSIGHTS

Event General Timing

The NYC ceremony is typically a Saturday in May. (Same Day of Week)

Awards split between NYC (Spring) and LA (Summer).

• Media submission window closes in early January
• Deadline typically lands on a Friday

Tickets/Tables available a couple of months prior.

• Single night awards ceremony
• No Preview Day

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