Entry Information
Built on Clio’s enduring reputation for recognizing the most creative and culturally relevant advertising and communications, Clio Music celebrates the visceral power of music to connect consumers and brands around the world. The program is dedicated to awarding the creative contributions of the marketers and communicators that push boundaries, permeate pop culture, and establish a new precedent for artist promotion, music marketing, brand collaborations, and the use of music in advertising and trailers.
Key Dates
2026 Call for Entries: Tuesday, April 29
1st Deadline: Friday, June 6, 2025*
2nd Deadline: Friday, August 1, 2025*
Final Deadline: Friday, October 3, 2025
*Prices increase per deadline. See Entry Fees for details.
All deadlines are 11:59 pm PST.
Physical Entries Deadlines
All physical components must arrive at the Clio office no later than Friday, October 3, 2025.
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General Eligibility
Entries first appearing in public between April 1, 2024 – November 14, 2025 are eligible for entry into this year’s Clio Music Awards.
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Student Eligibility
Student entries must be produced by someone who is enrolled (full or part-time) in a recognized school program or an accredited college or university during their enrollment.
Entries first appearing in public between April 1, 2024 – November 14, 2025 are eligible for entry into this year’s Clio Music Awards.
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2026 Awards Show
Event Date: Late January, 2026
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