2026 Higher Ed AV Awards

Welcome to the 2026 Higher Ed AV Awards!

The “Higher Ed AV Awards” are the official industry-specific honor ceremony for higher education AV professionals, dedicated to honoring the people, projects, and products of the higher ed vertical. The 2026 ceremony will be held live on Monday, June 15, 2026, at the Cabaret Theater at the Westgate Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas, NV. Event admission includes a passed dinner, full open bar, and evening of celebrating their peers’ accomplishments, including the inductees to the 2026 Higher Ed AV Hall-of-Fame class.

Due to the intimate nature of the venue, seating is limited. Reserve your spot today! Don’t miss your chance to honor those who work to make the higher ed vertical a success. Winners will be recognized at the event. Tickets for the event are now available only through HETMA-InfoComm sponsorship or individual sales. All attendees of the HETMA Education Summit have general admission included in their registration, but must confirm attendance via Eventbrite registration.

New for 2026! People's Choice Awards and open nominations for the 2026 Hall of Fame class!

This event is a great opportunity to network with industry professionals, learn about the latest trends, and celebrate the hard work of your peers. Don't miss out!

Mark your calendars and get ready to have a blast! See you there!

And... Submit a nomination here!