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Awards celebration

A group of residents and elected officials of all ages in business casual attire pose with their awards.

Photo by Jessica Hughes/DRCOG.

Get ready to celebrate!

Save the date!

Wednesday, August 26
Seawell Ballroom at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts
(5:30 p.m. social hour; 7 p.m. dinner and program)

Nominations are open!

Nominate an innovative or exemplary project, plan, program or person

The Denver Regional Council of Governments awards celebration highlights the efforts and achievements that make the Denver region an exceptional place to live, work and play. Consider nominating your community’s exemplary collaborations or innovators!

Submit your nominations by Friday, April 17!

Metro Vision Awards

The Metro Vision Awards recognize excellence, innovation, collaboration, leadership and problem-solving among communities and their partners. They honor programs, projects and plans that bring business leaders, elected officials, community advocates and residents together to realize the region's shared vision.

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John V. Christensen Memorial Award

Presented since 1973, the John V. Christensen Memorial Award is one of the region’s most prestigious awards. It recognizes individuals who promote cooperation and collaboration for the benefit of the region. Recent recipients have included former Lone Tree mayor Jackie Millet, former Broomfield mayor Karen Stuart and former Westminster mayor Herb Atchison.

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Way to Go Awards

Way to Go recognizes commuters and employers that champion commute options that reduce traffic congestion to improve air quality. Submit a nomination for an Employer Champion, Rising Star or Commuter of the Year!

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Sponsor the celebration!

Generous sponsors make the awards celebration possible, and every commitment means staff can plan an event worthy of award winners, including food, beverages and entertainment, and a gala atmosphere. Awards planning staff welcome sponsorships from companies, government agencies and nonprofits.

Email the awards planning team for sponsorship information.

Previous awards celebrations

Check out the 2025 and 2024 awards celebrations.

Questions?

Email the awards planning team.