Best in Design Awards Ceremony

Location: Congress Center Zlin (nám. T. G. Masaryka 5556, Zlin)
Date: 9 May 2026
Time: 8 PM – 9:30 PM
Admission: Free

What can you expect?

7:30 PM – Open doors
8:00 PM – 9:30 PM- Best in Design Awards Ceremony
9:30 PM – 11 PM – Afterparty

AFTER SEVERAL YEARS, THE awards are NOW OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

Best in Design is an international design competition that seeks to create a platform and space for unexpected connections, inspiration, and support for new talent in design. The entire concept of the festival competition allows for meeting, sharing, and mutual inspiration in various areas of design. You can find more information and details about Best in Design here.

The entire competition will culminate on Saturday, 9 May 2026, at 8 PM at the Awards Ceremony, where the best of more than 670 entries will be honored and the main title of Best in Design 2026 will be awarded.

This year, we have something new in store for you: you can attend too! The evening will be hosted by Karel Semotam, with musical accompaniment provided by the Fashion Strings quartet. Once the awards have been handed out, there will be an afterparty featuring DJ Jakub Vrága.

FAQ

How do I get to the Congress Center?

Public transport: By far the closest stop is Školní, with náměstí Práce as another nearby option.
By car: You can park on Hradská Street or in the car park beneath the Congress Centre. Both options are paid. Parking in Zlín can generally be difficult, so if possible, we recommend coming on foot instead.

If you have any specific access needs and or are unsure whether the programme is suitable for you, please do not hesitate to contact us by email at anna.svobodova@zlindesignweek.com or by phone or SMS at +420 733 144 711.

Is there a dress code?

There is no set dress code, but we would appreciate it if you could dress appropriately for the evening’s festive atmosphere.

Is admission free for the afterparty as well?

Yes. The entire evening is completely free of charge.