2026 American
Advertising
Awards

The American Advertising Awards celebrate the power of creativity and the brilliant teams behind it.

Whether you're an independent creator, agency, in-house team, or student, the AAF SF Bay Area competition is your launchpad to the next level.

Thank you again to our judges, and to everyone who participated in this year’s Awards. Gala photos are posted in the gallery below.

Special thank you to our 2026 Judges

Stephanie Cain

Creative Director McGarrah Jessee

Eric Hansen

Group Creative Director BBDO MW

Creative Director MONO

Brett Lakanen