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May 1, 2026

NAB Launches Call for Entries for the 2026 Marconi Radio Awards

Washington, D.C. — The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) today announced that the 2026 Marconi Radio Award nomination window is open through May 31. The prestigious NAB Marconi Radio Awards, established in 1989 and named after inventor and Nobel Prize winner Guglielmo Marconi, recognize stations and individuals for their excellence and performance in radio.

The winners of the 2026 Marconi Radio Awards will be announced during a special dinner program brought to you by Xperi, on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026, at the Edison Ballroom the night before NAB Show New York held on Oct. 21 – 22.

  • Legendary Station of the Year
  • Legendary Manager of the Year
  • Network/Syndicated Personality of the Year
  • Small Market Radio Station of the Year
  • Medium Market Radio Station of the Year
  • Large Market Radio Station of the Year
  • Major Market Radio Station of the Year
  • Small Market Personality of the Year
  • Medium Market Personality of the Year
  • Large Market Personality of the Year
  • Major Market Personality of the Year
  • AC Radio Station of the Year
  • Best Radio Podcast of the Year
  • CHR Station of the Year
  • Classic Hits Station of the Year
  • College Station of the Year
  • Country Station of the Year
  • News/Talk Station of the Year
  • Religious Station of the Year
  • Rock Station of the Year
  • Spanish Language Station of the Year
  • Sports Station of the Year
  • Urban Station of the Year

The Marconi Radio Award finalists are selected by an independent body of broadcasters and will be announced in summer 2026.

All nominations must be submitted through the NAB member portal. The complete list of entry rules and qualifications can be found here.

Contact Tobi Hall at thall@nab.org for questions regarding the NAB Marconi Radio Awards, nomination process or station eligibility.

About NAB Show

NAB Show is the premier global event powering the future of broadcast, media and entertainment, April 18–22, 2026 (exhibits April 19–22), in Las Vegas. Produced by the National Association of Broadcasters, it convenes creators, technologists, exhibitors and decision-makers exploring breakthroughs in AI, the creator economy, sports, streaming and cloud. With curated destinations, immersive education and unmatched networking, NAB Show delivers both discovery and deal-making, attracting buyers with real influence. From its century-long legacy to today’s multi-platform world, NAB Show remains the catalyst for innovation. Learn more at NABShow.com.

About NAB

The National Association of Broadcasters is the premier advocacy association for America's broadcasters. NAB advances radio and television interests in legislative, regulatory and public affairs. Through advocacy, education and innovation, NAB enables broadcasters to best serve their communities, strengthen their businesses and seize new opportunities in the digital age. Learn more at NAB.org.

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