Entries were submitted by host cities, event owners and sponsors, and submissions included impact assessment reports. An evaluation panel made up of event tourism experts and national government institutions adjudicated each submission and a shortlist of the nominees were invited to the Awards Dinner.
Winner: Kasi Career Expo
Winner: Dance Umbrella – Dance Forum
Runner-up: Momentum eKasi Challenge
Winner: Arnold Classic Africa
Runner-up: Karoo Food Festival
Winner: Red Bull X-Fighters
Winner: Cape Town Cycle Tour