Congress Award Graz

The Congress Award Graz annually honors outstanding conference events in the state capital and awards up to four recipients with prize money of €2,500 each. The aim of this cultural incentive is to strengthen innovative and impressive congresses, conferences, and symposia that took place in Graz in the previous year in their significance for cultural and scientific exchange. The award is granted within the framework of the City Council of Graz's guidelines and is based on a professional evaluation that equally recognizes outstanding organization, content quality, and regional added value. The free submission process creates a low-threshold access, encouraging organizers from business, science, and civil society to submit their concepts and gain public visibility.

Eligible to participate are all organizations and individuals who have held a conference event in Graz in the past year, including companies, non-profit associations, and interest groups. Submission requires only an informal nomination without fees, ensuring broad participation. The award not only promotes the professional development of the organizers but also contributes to strengthening Graz as a congress location. Furthermore, the award offers valuable recognition in the cultural and media environment and can serve as an impetus for future projects. Interested parties can request further details on funding conditions and selection criteria from the Cultural Office of the City of Graz.