Nominations are open for the 2026 Phoenix Awards!
We’re pleased to announce that nominations are officially open for the 26th annual Phoenix Awards. This is a milestone year, celebrating 26 years of honoring outstanding artistic achievement in the Lawrence community!
Since their creation in 1996, the Phoenix Awards have recognized more than 161 remarkable individuals and groups—including local artists, sculptors, photographers, dancers, musicians, vocalists, educators, writers, arts administrators, organizations, and dedicated volunteers—who help make Lawrence an unmistakably creative place.
For 2026, there are 10 categories for up to five awards for individuals or organizations:
- Arts Advocator
- Arts Administrator
- Arts Education
- Design
- Literary
- Music
- Performing Arts
- Visual Arts
- Volunteer in the Arts
- Phoenix Award for Exceptional Artistic Achievement
Nominate a 2026 Phoenix Award candidate today! If you know an amazing artist, teacher, volunteer, or organization, here’s your chance to recognize them! Nomination details and the online form can be found HERE. The nomination deadline is Monday, October 5, 2026,10:00 p.m.
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