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VRLTA Ordinary Awards 2026

September 15, 2026 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM (EDT)

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VRLTA's 2026 Ordinary Awards

Nominations Open: Monday, February 9th, 2026

Nominations Close: Friday, June 19th, 2026

Finalists Announced: Monday, July 27th, 2026

Nominate your extraordinary selections for this year's Ordinary Awards!

To submit nominees, for more information about the categories available for nominations, FAQs, and more, please visit our Ordinary Awards website.

The Ordinary Awards celebrate and honor all of Virginia’s restaurants, lodging establishments and hotels, DMOs, attractions, and more. The Awards, presented by VRLTA, are open to both members and non-members of the Association.

The 2026 Ordinary Awards feature 26 individual and organizational awards across four primary categories. Each award will be given to an honoree who demonstrates exemplary passion for the hospitality and travel industry. All awards (except the Lifetime Achievement Award and the Legislator of the Year Award) are determined through a nomination process and judged by VRLTA members/industry professionals.

The true goal of these Awards is to honor those in our industry, be they individuals or companies, that are truly extraordinary.



Event Registration Closes on September 1st at 5:00 PM. 

The 2026 Ordinary Awards will take place at the Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa Short Pump.

Tentative Agenda:
5:30 - 6:00 PMStars of the Industry Reception 

- Open to One (1) Finalist Representative & Their Plus-One only
6:00 - 7:30 PMOrdinary Awards Reception
7:30 - 9:00 PMAwards Show



Time


Dress Code: Cocktail Attire

Location

Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa at Short Pump


To learn more about showcasing your organization at the Ordinary Awards through sponsorship opportunities, please contact Brittany@vrlta.org or Kayla@vrlta.org!


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Virginia Restaurant, Lodging & Travel Association
Name: Kayla Cleveland
Email: kayla@vrlta.org
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