Nebraska Wedding Day Best of 2026 Awards Gala

Nebraska Wedding Day invites you to join us for a celebration honoring the most innovative and talented in the wedding industry for the Best of 2026 Awards Gala on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at Leo Ballroom in Omaha, Nebraska.

The finalists were selected through an open online vote earlier this year by readers, followers, supporters, and peers. This was followed by a second round of voting conducted exclusively by the wedding community on the finalists.

On June 16th, 2026, the winners will be revealed at our annual awards gala at Leo Ballroom in Omaha. We look forward to gathering while celebrating the best of the best!

TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2025

LEO BALLROOM

2027 Dodge St

Omaha, NE 68102

5:00 PM -- VIP HOUR BEGINS

Exclusive entrance hour for VIP ticket holders starting at 5:00PM. Enjoy extra time to mingle with your fellow colleagues and enjoy refreshments and hors d'ouerves.

6:00 PM -- GENERAL ADMISSION ACCESS BEGINS

7:00 PM -- AWARDS CEREMONY

AFTERPARTY BEGINS FOLLOWING THE AWARDS

Continue the night with live music, dancing, & celebration!

THEME + ATTIRE

Theme: SPEAKEASY

Formal Attire: Moody hues, champagne shimmer, vintage silhouettes, 1920s flair

See Inspiration Here!

TICKET OPTIONS

VIP Admission | Includes exclusive VIP Hour with early access starting at 5:00 PM, featuring cocktails & hors d’oeuvres before the awards ceremony begins.

VIP Table for 8 (Includes 8 VIP Tickets) | Includes VIP hour early access starting at 5:00 PM, enjoy a reserved table that seats eight VIP attendees and includes light hors d'oeuvres and refreshments to enjoy during the awards.

VIP Lounge for 5 (Includes 5 VIP Tickets) | Includes VIP hour early access starting at 5:00 PM, enjoy a reserved lounge that seats five VIP attendees and includes light hors d'oeuvres and refreshments to enjoy during the awards.

General Admission | Doors open at 6:00 PM. No reserved seating, open seating.

**Please note: Early Bird Pricing for TWO weeks only, ending 5/12!

PLEASE NOTE:

• Please present your Eventbrite ticket and QR code upon arrival to the event!
• EARLY BIRD PRICING ENDS ON MAY 12TH AT MIDNIGHT.

PARKING:

Open, complimentary self-parking onsite at Leo Ballroom. First come, first serve.

NEED SOMEWHERE TO STAY?

Arbor Day Farm invites guests attending the Nebraska Wedding Day Best of Awards to turn the celebration into a staycation with an exclusive offer in Nebraska City. Enjoy thoughtfully curated accommodations, including complimentary shuttle service to and from Lied Lodge, as well as a guided hike through our 260-acre property led by our expert team.

Book your room HERE!

Be sure to use our hashtag #NWDBestOf and tag @nebraskaweddingday on Instagram and Facebook before, during, and after the party!

See the full list of FINALISTS here!

For more details on the event, contact: hello@irondiamondmedia.com

SPONSORS

A Final Take Films

Attitude on Food

AZ + Co.

Beauty Bash Omaha

Bouquet Omaha

Catalyst Event Rentals

DLG Cigars

Downtown Collective Entertainment

Erin Ren Photography

FotoFunSpot

Heidi Beran

Humble Hands

Jordan Hopper Films

The Leo Ballroom - Omaha Event Group

Lied Lodge at Arbor Day Farm

Lost Wax Band

Lulubee Artisanal Chocolates

Nicole Reher Creative

Nova Productions

Omaha Circus Arts Entertainment

Pretty Girl Frangrance Bar

The Suitcase Barman

Tracy Diehl Events

VAMP THEME EVENTS & ENTERTAINERS

Vogue Photo Events

Wandering Heart Paper Co.

Whisk & Lavender

Zaffre Fine Linens

This event is a 21+ event. Please contact hello@irondiamondmedia.com if you are requesting to bring anyone under 21 to the event.

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