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Newcomer of the Year

A new PAC community member who hit the ground running and fully embraced PAC tech and services.

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Innovation of the Year

Celebrates an idea, program, or tactic representing a "new way" of doing things while generating value.

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NEW! Event of the Year

This award honors one extraordinary event that raised the bar for creativity, execution, and impact. Whether it brought a community together in an intimate setting or captivated thousands with a large-scale production, each nominee represents excellence in delivering unforgettable experiences.

To recognize achievements across every scale, this year's three NEW categories include:

In the Spotlight
Spotlight Event of the Year

Venue Capacity: 0–5K

Recognizing events that deliver big impact on a smaller stage.

Soccer Fans
Showcase Event of the Year

Venue Capacity: 5–25K

Honoring events that blend creativity, connection, and performance at scale.

Fans and Smoke
Headliner Event of the Year

Venue Capacity: 25K+
Celebrating major events that command attention and set new benchmarks for excellence.

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Star of the Year

Embraces innovative strategies and new tech while developing programs to engage fans and drive revenue.

20TH ANNUAL

Star Awards

It's time to reach for the stars and dazzle the PAC Community! 

Let's celebrate the trailblazers, the rule-breakers, and the shining stars within our community as we honor their exceptional ticketing, marketing, and fundraising achievements through the prestigious PACnet Star Awards.

DON'T WAIT! ENTER TODAY.

Submit Your Nomination

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PACnet '25 Winners

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STAR OF THE YEAR

19TH ANNUAL

WINNER: SMU

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INNOVATER OF THE YEAR

19TH ANNUAL

WINNER: University of Illinois

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EVENT OF THE YEAR

19TH ANNUAL

WINNER: Texas A&M

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NEWCOMER OF THE YEAR

19TH ANNUAL

WINNER: The Bushnell

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Star of the Year

Embraces innovative strategies and new tech while developing programs to engage fans and drive revenue.

18TH ANNUAL

WINNER: The University of Colorado

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Innovator of the Year

Celebrates an idea, program, or tactic that truly represents a "new way" of doing things while generating value.

18TH ANNUAL

WINNER: NHRA

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Event of the Year

Highlights one live event that set a new standard of excellence or achieved ground-breaking success.

18TH ANNUAL

WINNER: The University of Nebraska

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Newcomer of the Year

A new PAC community member who hit the ground running plus fully embraced PAC technology and services.

18TH ANNUAL

WINNER: Harvard University

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Star of the Year

Embraces innovative strategies and new tech while developing programs to engage fans and drive revenue.

18TH ANNUAL

WINNER: The University of Colorado

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Innovator of the Year

Celebrates an idea, program, or tactic that truly represents a "new way" of doing things while generating value.

18TH ANNUAL

WINNER: NHRA

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Event of the Year

Highlights one live event that set a new standard of excellence or achieved ground-breaking success.

18TH ANNUAL

WINNER: The University of Nebraska

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Newcomer of the Year

A new PAC community member who hit the ground running plus fully embraced PAC technology and services.

18TH ANNUAL

WINNER: Harvard University

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