The ADC Awards

Experience the height of creative excellence at the profession's longest-running awards program. The ADC Annual Awards is heading to Manhattan’s breathtaking Capitale for a grand gala honoring the year’s best work in design, illustration, photography, motion, advertising, and beyond.

Whether you represent a design studio, an agency, a brand or are a nimble freelancer pushing the boundaries of your work, this is the night the world watches as the coveted ADC Cube is awarded to those who have truly mastered their craft.

The celebration begins with an elegant cocktail reception beneath Capitale’s towering Corinthian columns. Following the reception, guests will be ushered into the grand ballroom for a multi-course sit-down dinner and formal ceremony.

Expect an evening of high-energy reveals, inspiring showcases of winning work, and the unparalleled atmosphere of the world's top creative professionals gathered under one historic roof. It is a night of prestige, connection, and celebration.

Wednesday, May 13 / 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
6:00 pm: Doors Open & Cocktail Reception
7:30 pm: Dinner & Awards Show
10:00 pm - 11:00 pm: Post-show Celebration

VENUE
Capitale
130 Bowery
New York, NY 10013
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One Show

The One Show 2026 closes Creative Week with a landmark evening at Cipriani Wall Street. Set within one of New York City’s most iconic venues, the ceremony celebrates the year’s most compelling creative work from around the world—honoring ideas, execution, and craft across the full spectrum of modern creativity.

Ticket holders are invited to an elegant night featuring a cocktail reception, seated dinner, and a live awards presentation recognizing Best of Discipline winners, Special Award recipients, and “Of the Year” honorees. The evening concludes with after-dinner drinks and celebration among peers and leaders from across the global creative community.

Friday, May 15 / 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM
6:00 pm: Doors Open & Cocktail Reception
7:00 pm: Dinner & Awards Show
9:30 pm - 12:00 am: Post-show Celebration

VENUE
Cipriani Wall Street
55 Wall Street
New York, NY 10005
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DRESS CODE
Creative Black Tie
This is a formal evening celebration. Black tie attire is expected, interpreted through a creative lens. Classic formalwear is welcome, with room for individuality, bold styling, and expressive details.

Please note: no jeans, sneakers, t-shirts, casual tops, or daytime wear.

PACKAGE TICKETS & DISCOUNTS:
Members of The One Club for Creativity are eligible for discounts across Creative Week. You can login to your account at oneclub.org to reveal discounts.

CREATIVE WEEK: The ADC Annual Awards and The One Show are a part of Creative Week 2026 — a weeklong celebration of global creativity bringing together students, educators, and professionals through award shows, daily programming, portfolio reviews, an executive conference, and more.
Explore the full lineup at creativeweek.com.

NOTE: Tickets are non-refundable, but can be transferred in the event of any changes.