MAYOR’S ARTS AWARDS

The Mayor’s Arts Awards is an inclusive celebration for District residents of all 8 Wards honoring the city’s vibrant creative community and patrons of the arts and humanities. The 38th Annual Mayor’s Arts Awards was held on Thursday, September 28, 2023. The night featured unforgettable performances, shoutouts, and awards presented in 14 diverse categories.

Award Categories

  • Award for Excellence in Visual Arts

  • Award for Excellence in Performing Arts

  • Award for Excellence in Media Arts

  • Award for Excellence in the Creative Industries 

  • Award for Excellence in the Humanities

  • Larry Neal Writer’s Award

  • Award for Excellence in Arts Education

  • Award for Visionary Leadership

  • Emerging Creative Award

  • Award for Excellence as a Community Arts Advocate

  • Award for Excellence in the Nightlife Economy

  • Award for Excellence in Youth Creativity

  • Award for Excellence in Fashion and Beauty Industries

  • Mayor’s Arts Award for Distinguished Honor*

    *Recipient selected by the Mayor.

Check out the 38th Annual Mayor’s Arts Awards celebration!

“Through the Mayor’s Arts Awards, Mayor Bowser and the residents of our city highlight and salute those that make DC the ‘District of Creativity.’ Our dynamic, diverse and inclusive cultural community is second to none. OCTFME and CAO are proud to produce the Mayor’s Arts Awards, each year, on behalf of Mayor Bowser and the District.” — Angie M. Gates, Director, DC Office of Cable Television, Film, Music, and Entertainment

 

Howard Theatre, Washington, DC