AWARD CATEGORY
09
REGIONAL & INDUSTRY EXCELLENCE
RECOGNITION FOR GEOGRAPHIC & INDUSTRY RECOGNITION
Recognizing achievement across distinct geographic markets and specialized industry sectors.
The MUSE Event Awards welcomes entries worldwide. Present the achievement in the context most relevant to what you want the international jury to evaluate.
Open WorldwideEnter Your Achievement - Eligible from January 1, 2024Early Bird Entries Close November 19, 2026
FIND THE CATEGORY THAT FITS YOUR ACHIEVEMENT
Browse the 2 category groups below and select the subcategory that best represents the achievement you want the jury to evaluate.
If more than one category reflects a distinct aspect of your achievement, you may submit it to multiple eligible categories. Each category will be evaluated independently.
01Regional ExcellenceIncludes Outstanding African Event, Outstanding Asia-Pacific Event, Outstanding Australian & Oceanian Event.
RE10001Outstanding African Event
Recognizing outstanding events and experiences delivered in Africa.
RE10002Outstanding Asia-Pacific Event
Recognizing outstanding events and experiences delivered across Asia-Pacific.
RE10003Outstanding Australian & Oceanian Event
Recognizing outstanding events and experiences delivered in Australia or Oceania.
RE10004Outstanding European Event
Recognizing outstanding events and experiences delivered in Europe.
RE10005Outstanding Latin American Event
Recognizing outstanding events and experiences delivered in Latin America or the Caribbean.
RE10006Outstanding Middle Eastern Event
Recognizing outstanding events and experiences delivered in the Middle East.
RE10007Outstanding North American Event
Recognizing outstanding events and experiences delivered in the United States, Canada, or Mexico.
RE10000New Category
For entries that do not fit an existing regional excellence sub-category and require a more specific classification.
02Industry ExcellenceIncludes Agriculture & Agribusiness Event, Architecture, Construction & Real Estate Event, Arts, Culture & Heritage Event.
IE10001Agriculture & Agribusiness Event
Recognizing outstanding events and experiences created for agriculture, farming, food production, or agribusiness.
IE10002Architecture, Construction & Real Estate Event
Recognizing outstanding events and experiences created for architecture, construction, property, infrastructure, or real estate.
IE10003Arts, Culture & Heritage Event
Recognizing outstanding events and experiences created for the arts, culture, museums, heritage, or creative institutions.
IE10004Automotive & Mobility Event
Recognizing outstanding events and experiences created for automotive, transport, mobility, vehicles, parts, or related services.
IE10005Beauty, Fashion & Personal Care Event
Recognizing outstanding events and experiences created for beauty, cosmetics, fashion, apparel, accessories, or personal care.
IE10006Consumer Products & Durables Event
Recognizing outstanding events and experiences created for household goods, appliances, electronics, furniture, toys, or durable products.
IE10007Energy, Utilities & Environment Event
Recognizing outstanding events and experiences created for energy, utilities, natural resources, environment, or climate-related sectors.
IE10008Financial Services Event
Recognizing outstanding events and experiences created for banking, insurance, payments, investment, fintech, or financial services.
IE10009Food & Beverage Event
Recognizing outstanding events and experiences created for food, nonalcoholic beverages, restaurants, hospitality, or culinary brands.
IE10010Alcoholic Beverages Event
Recognizing outstanding events and experiences created for beer, wine, spirits, cider, or alcoholic beverage brands.
IE10011FMCG Event
Recognizing outstanding events and experiences created for fast-moving consumer goods, household products, toiletries, or everyday consumer brands.
IE10012Government & Public Sector Event
Recognizing outstanding events and experiences created for governments, municipalities, public institutions, or civic services.
IE10013Healthcare, Pharmaceutical & Wellness Event
Recognizing outstanding events and experiences created for healthcare, pharmaceuticals, medical services, wellness, or life sciences.
IE10014Hospitality, Travel & Tourism Event
Recognizing outstanding events and experiences created for hotels, resorts, tourism, destinations, cruises, airlines, or travel services.
IE10015Luxury & Premium Brands Event
Recognizing outstanding events and experiences created for luxury, premium, artisanal, or high-value brands and services.
IE10016Media, Entertainment & Communications Event
Recognizing outstanding events and experiences created for media, film, television, music, publishing, entertainment, or communications.
IE10017Nonprofit & Charity Event
Recognizing outstanding events and experiences created for nonprofit, charitable, humanitarian, or public-benefit organizations.
IE10018Professional & Business Services Event
Recognizing outstanding events and experiences created for legal, consulting, accounting, recruitment, or professional-service organizations.
IE10019Retail & Ecommerce Event
Recognizing outstanding events and experiences created for retail, ecommerce, marketplaces, stores, restaurants, or direct-to-consumer brands.
IE10020Sports Event Industry
Recognizing outstanding events and experiences created for sports organizations, clubs, leagues, venues, equipment, or fan communities.
IE10021Technology & Telecommunications Event
Recognizing outstanding events and experiences created for technology, software, hardware, telecommunications, digital platforms, or emerging technologies.
IE10022Transport & Logistics Event
Recognizing outstanding events and experiences created for logistics, freight, shipping, warehousing, aviation, rail, or transport services.
IE10023Education & Training Event
Recognizing outstanding events and experiences created for schools, universities, training providers, learning platforms, or education communities.
IE10024Gaming & Esports Industry Event
Recognizing outstanding events and experiences created for video games, esports, interactive entertainment, or gaming communities.
IE10000New Category
For entries that do not fit an existing industry excellence sub-category and require a more specific classification.
MUSE Recognition
85–100 points
75–84 points
65–74 points
WINNING LEVELS
Every eligible entry is evaluated against the established MUSE standard and may receive Platinum, Gold, or Silver recognition according to its final score.
Entries scoring below 65 do not receive an award. A category may recognize multiple winners or no winners, depending on whether the entries meet the required standard.
Gold
Silver
MUSE Grand Distinction
MUSE GRAND DISTINCTIONS
Eligible Platinum-winning entries may be considered for MUSE Grand Distinctions according to the official award criteria.
The distinction is awarded solely at the jury’s discretion and may be withheld when no eligible Platinum-winning entry meets the required standard.
What MUSE Winners Receive
Winner Benefits
Every Platinum, Gold, and Silver Winner receives:
Official Winner Title
Official MUSE Event Awards winner title
Digital Certificate
Personalized digital winner certificate
Winner Badge
Official Platinum, Gold, or Silver winner badge
Winner Profile
Official winner listing and dedicated winner profile
Promotional Materials
Digital promotional materials and official press release template
MUSE Statuette
Eligibility to purchase the official MUSE Event Awards statuette
Every eligible entry is evaluated independently against the established MUSE standard.
Winning entrants may submit written interviews for editorial consideration on Muse.World. Selected winners may also be invited to contribute video interviews or other editorial materials. Publication and promotion are subject to editorial review and are not guaranteed.
The Evaluation FrameworkHow Entries
How Entries
Are Evaluated
Each eligible entry is evaluated independently by an international jury with expertise relevant to the selected category. The jury applies the official five-part MUSE Evaluation Framework to the achievement and its category-specific objectives.
Entries are evaluated on their own merits rather than ranked solely against one another.
Purpose & Relevance
The clarity of the achievement’s objectives, intended audience, context, and relevance to the selected category.
Strategy & Approach
The strength of the concept, planning, approach, and decisions used to achieve the stated objectives.
Execution & Quality
The standard of delivery, craft, expertise, coordination, and quality demonstrated in the selected discipline.
Distinction & Excellence
The originality, differentiation, creativity, innovation, expertise, or category-specific excellence demonstrated by the entry.
Results & Impact
Credible evidence of outcomes, audience response, business value, community benefit, or other results relevant to the achievement’s purpose.
Prepare Your Submission
ENTRYREQUIREMENTS
- Eligibility
- Open worldwide. Eligible work must have been created, organized, produced, launched, delivered, or active on or after January 1, 2024.
- Ongoing Work
- Recurring and ongoing work may be entered when eligible activity occurred during the official eligibility period.
- Language
- Entries must be submitted in English.
- Entry Description
- Maximum 350 words.
- Supporting Files
- Up to eight images or PDF documents. Maximum 4 MB per file.
- Image Dimensions
- Maximum 1920 × 1080 pixels.
- Video or Website Links
- Up to five links. Submitted videos must not exceed three minutes each.
- Multiple Categories
- The same achievement may be submitted to multiple eligible categories. Each category is evaluated independently.
- Editing Deadline
- Entries may be edited until the Final Extension Deadline on February 25, 2027.
PLAN YOUR ENTRY
View DeadlinesEarly Bird Deadline
Regular Deadline
Final Deadline
Final Extension Deadline
Category Guidance
IS REGIONAL & INDUSTRY EXCELLENCE
Enter This Category When
Consider Another Category When
IS REGIONAL & INDUSTRY EXCELLENCE
THE RIGHT
CATEGORY?
Choose Regional & Industry Excellence when you want the jury to focus on this discipline, contribution, or achievement.
Compare All Award CategoriesThis contribution is the achievement.
Recognizing achievement across distinct geographic markets and specialized industry sectors.
A different achievement is the focus.
Choose Events for the complete event, or compare the other specialist categories when a separate contribution deserves its own evaluation.
The same achievement may be entered in more than one eligible category when each submission presents a distinct focus and relevant evidence.
Your Questions Answered
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Regional & Industry Excellence category recognize?
Recognizing achievement across distinct geographic markets and specialized industry sectors.
Should I enter this category or Events?
Choose this category when the specific discipline or contribution is the focus of your entry. Choose Events when you want the complete event evaluated as one unified achievement.
Can the same achievement be submitted to multiple categories?
Yes. The same achievement may be submitted to multiple eligible categories. Each category is evaluated independently, and the applicable category fee applies to each submission.
How do I choose the right subcategory?
Browse the category groups and open the subcategory descriptions. Choose the subcategory that most closely represents the achievement and evidence you want the jury to evaluate.
Can recurring or ongoing work be entered?
Yes. Eligible activity must have occurred on or after January 1, 2024. Identify the qualifying edition, occurrence, project, or period that the jury is being asked to evaluate.
What evidence should I include?
Include a clear description of your objectives, approach, execution, and credible results. Supporting images, documents, and links should demonstrate the achievement in relation to the selected subcategory.
What if no published category accurately fits my work?
Select New Category within the most relevant category group. Propose a category name and briefly explain what you want the jury to evaluate. The proposal will be reviewed by the MUSE Event Awards team before judging.
Enter Your Achievement in the
2027 MUSE Event Awards
Select the category that best represents your achievement, then present it to the international MUSE jury.
Early Bird Entries Close November 19, 2026.