Calgary White Hat Awards

Each year, the much-anticipated Calgary White Hat Awards recognize excellence in Calgary's tourism and hospitality industry. Save the date for the next magnificent awards gala May 13, 2026, at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium. Winners who take the stage are chosen from hundreds of frontline industry employees who go above and beyond to create unforgettable experiences for guests and visitors.

63rd Annual Calgary White Hat Award tickets on sale.

Please note

• This is a private event, please use WHITEHAT when purchasing tickets.

• All tickets must be purchased online through Ticketmaster.

• The ticketing process is fully virtual so you cannot print or take a screen shot of the QR code.

Gala festivities

When: Wednesday, May 13, 2026

Where: Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, east side entrance

Agenda: 

5:30 – 7:00 | Blue Sky City Arrival and semi-finalist registration

7:00 – 9:00 | Live awards show

9:00 – 10:30 | After party with snacks and cash bar

Dress: From business casual to cocktail sparkle — whatever you feel best in!

Important

All winners are announced live during the show, please let us know if any semi-finalists are NOT ABLE TO ATTEND or must CANCEL.

Email Ana Utrilla at [email protected].