The New Mexico Entertainment Magazine Awards is an annual event that recognizes and celebrates individuals, businesses, and organizations who contribute to the vibrant events and entertainment scene in New Mexico. This formal gala honors winners in various categories, including events, live entertainment, film, radio, music, comedy, arts, books, and nightlife. Our objective is to spotlight the talented individuals and groups within our state who consistently deliver high-quality entertainment and events for the community.

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COMMUNITY SUBMISSIONS BEGIN ON 12/1/2025!

Community Submissions: December 1st - March 1st, 2026

Voting Process: March 31, 2026 – May 31, 2026

Awards Gala: July 12, 2026

(After our panel reviews the nominees' work and confirms they meet the criteria, we will announce the Top Five in each category, and voting will commence on April 1 through May 31, 2026. We will award winners at our Awards Gala on July 12th, 2026.)​​​

Criteria for nominations:

• Voting will cover work from January 2025 to December 2025

• Nominee(s) should reside or do business in New Mexico. If a band or performance group is being nominated, up to 50% of the members should live in New Mexico

• The nominee must consistently entertain the New Mexican public for up to 60% of the calendar year (roughly ten local performances a year).

• Performers/Actors/Musicians must be able to provide recent work from their performances (flyers, videos, etc.).

• Nominee(s) should have a current social media presence focusing on their nominated craft.

• A positive attitude and respect towards the people they work with, their peers, and their guests/attendees.

• The nominee is about entertaining the audience/patrons, not themselves.

• Submissions require contact information, including a work email address, social media pages, or a work phone number, to be considered.

*Please note: Final choices are not only based on votes.