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2026.04.01.
Take Part in the Decision: Audience Voting Has Started
The Central European Creative Awards shortlist, showcasing the region’s most outstanding creative projects, has been announced. The public can vote for the finalists, selected from 102 entries, on the official website until 30 April.
2026.02.26.
Deadline Extended for the Award Trophy Design Competition
We are awaiting entries for the Central European Creative Awards’ official trophy with an extended deadline. Hungarian fine and applied artists can enter their submissions until 1 March 2026.
2026.02.26.
Applications Open for Central European Creative Awards until 8 March
Even more time to present the strongest regional creative achievements: Applications for the Central European Creative Awards remain open until 8 March, instead of the previous deadline, 26 February 2026. The renewed regional awards, building on the Hungarian Design Award with its more than four-decades-long heritage, recognise domestic and regional creative industry players in nine categories.
2026.01.26.
Design the Central European Creative Awards Trophy!
An open call has been launched for the design of the Central European Creative Awards trophy. Creative Hungary is seeking contemporary, distinctive trophy designs that visually embody the spirit of Central European creativity and serve as worthy, iconic symbols of the new regional award. The competition is free to enter, and the submission deadline is 1 March 2026.
2026.01.26.
Excellence In The Creative Sector Awarded Across Nine Categories
In addition to the Audience Choice Award and the Lifetime Achievement Award, professionals from the creative sector may submit their entries in seven different categories to the Central European Creative Awards launched by Creative Hungary. The award recognises outstanding achievements in the fashion, design, beauty, and gaming industries, evaluating not only visual quality but also innovation, the standard of technical execution, as well as regional relevance and social impact.
2026.01.26.
Creative Hungary Launches New Regional Creative Industry Award
The Central European Creative Awards highlight the most exceptional achievements of the Central European creative scene on an international stage, providing a unified platform for Hungarian and regional creators and brands that generate high added value. Entry is free, with submissions open until 26 February 2026. Launched by Creative Hungary, the award builds on the professional legacy of the Hungarian Design Award and recognises outstanding talents in the fashion, design, beauty, and gaming industries through a modern economic perspective and an expanded category structure.