2026 Awards Calendar

Awards Timeline

Follow the complete journey from nominations to the grand awards ceremony. Each phase is designed to ensure fair voting and evaluation with maximum engagement.

Current Phase

Nominations Open

23 February - 8 March 2026

1

Nominations

23 February - 8 March 2026

In Progress

Brands submit products for consideration.

  • Complete online nomination form
  • Select relevant categories
  • Submit product samples, images, information, and valid certifications
2

Verification & Shortlisting

1-31 March 2026

theAsianparent Awards team reviews submissions for eligibility and quality standards.

  • Eligibility verification
  • Category placement confirmation
  • Product documentation review
  • Finalists announcement
3

Product Reviews

15 March - 15 April 2026

theAsianparent team documents product reviews through photos and videos.

  • Content creation via theAsianparent’s in-house studio
  • Published on theAsianparent platforms and Awards website
  • Submitted to the expert panel
4

Parent Voting & Expert Evaluation

16-30 April 2026

Parents vote for their favourite products across all categories, while an independent panel of experts evaluate products based on quality and hands-on review.

  • Vote portal opens
  • Email verification required for voter
  • Panel product testing and submission evaluation
5

Winners Announced

5 May 2026

The winners of Parents’ Choice and Experts’ Choice awards are announced across theAsianparent platforms.

  • Winners unlock access to licensed assets and commercial activations
  • Badge, claims, and content license
  • Opportunity to be featured on theAsianparent e-commerce store
6

Awards Gala

November 2026

Grand ceremony celebrating winners with industry leaders, KOLs, and media.

  • Red carpet event
  • Winners’ showcase
  • Insights based on votes and expert evaluations