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2025 Celebration of Architecture
Saturday, November 15, 2025 at Shelby Farms Fedex Event Center
Join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate the best in architecture and design. We'll be honoring the recipients of the Architectural Design Awards, recognizing firms and individuals for their outstanding contributions with the Firm & Member Service Awards and Firm & Member Accolades, and presenting the prestigious Francis Gassner Award.
We'll also be shining a spotlight on the future of the profession by celebrating newly licensed architects and University of Memphis Student Awards Recipients.
It's a night to connect, celebrate, and be inspired by the vision and dedication of our architectural community.
Location: Shelby Farms Fedex Event Center
Parking: Free
Attire: Cocktail
The Evening's Itinerary
- Pre-Party | 5:00 – 6:00 pm
- Reception | 6:00 – 7:15 pm
- Awards Ceremony | 7:15 – 8:00 pm
- After-Party | 8:00 – 9:00 pm
2025 Sponsorship Opportunities
The Annual Awards Gala is our signature event that bring together architects, construction companies, property owners and industry professionals for an evening celebrating the year's award winners. Sponsors enable us to make this event an elevated experience and our members appreciate your contribution to the festivities.
NOTE: Only organizations who are paid Corporate Partners may elect to sponsor this event. Visit the "Become a Corporate Partner" page for details.
- Audience : Design leaders, firm owners, project managers, property owners, developers, industry leaders, emerging professionals, interns
- Anticipated Attendance : 300+
- Points of Exposure : electronic communications, announcements at prior events, on-site verbal/digital/print display, website, social media (all points of exposure vary with levels)
- Distribution : 1800+ emails, 2000+ social media touch points, on-site recognition
