The award entry period for the 2026 VETTY Awards® season will open at 12:01 a.m. on September 1, 2026. The Early Bird Deadline is 11:59 p.m. ET on September 20, 2026. The final deadline is 11:59 p.m. ET on October 16, 2026. The extended deadline is 11:59 p.m on October 31, 2026. For planning purposes of the 2027 season or beyond, these dates change slightly year-over-year, so please check the website for updated information closer to the open period.