The GABS can awards are back for another year, with brewers having until August 7 to submit their designs.
Details on how to get involved, including the key dates, are below.
Media Release: GABS Can Design Awards Presented By Orora Returns For 5th Year, Celebrating Craft Beer Can Artistry!
SUBMISSIONS ARE NOW OPEN!
The Great Australasian Beer SpecTAPular is excited to announce the return of the GABS Can Design Awards, presented by Orora, in collaboration with Opal Specialty Packaging. This annual event, now in its fifth year, showcases the best in craft beer can design, highlighting the artistic expression that has become integral to the craft beer experience.
In a world where top-quality brews are readily available, the visual appeal of the can has taken on new significance. The humble tinnie has transformed into a blank CANvas for street art, challenging brewery creatives to craft designs that capture attention and tell the story of the delicious beer inside.
All craft breweries are invited to submit a beer can design released after 8 September 2023. These entries will be featured in a stunning digital art gallery, where beer and art enthusiasts can vote for their favorite three designs. The top 10 designs, as chosen by the public, will then be evaluated by a distinguished panel of industry experts.
Entry is free, and the winning designer will receive a $1,000 cash prize. The brewery behind the winning design will be awarded the prestigious Orora golden can trophy, a set of Orora printing plates, and a 3x3 stand at a GABS 25 Festival of their choice. Additionally, the top 10 finalists will share $5,000 worth of prizes from Opal Specialty Packaging.
“We are so excited to once again be celebrating the amazingly talented designers who bring our fridges and shelves alive with world class can art. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase the creativity of the marketing teams and introduce brands to a wide audience of beer and art lovers.” Mike Bray, MD GABS.
Breweries can submit their designs now at www.gabshub.com.
Key Dates
- Design Submissions: 29 July to 7 Aug 2024 at gabshub.com
- People’s Choice Voting: 12 August to 25 August 2024 at gabsfestival.com
- Expert Panel Review: 30 August to 6 September 2024
- Winner Announcement: 13 September 2024