2026 Spirit of the Entrepreneur Awards

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SECURE YOUR TICKETS FOR THE 2026 SPIRIT OF THE ENTREPRENEUR AWARDS

SELECT YOUR SPIRIT AWARDS EXPERIENCE

Every ticket places you inside one of Inland Southern California’s most anticipated celebrations of entrepreneurship and includes reserved seating, an elegant gala dinner, the Spirit Awards presentation, the Garner Holt Student Fast Pitch competition and live entertainment. Choose your preferred view and level of access for an unforgettable black-tie evening celebrating the entrepreneurs shaping our region.

All VIP-level tickets also include admission to the exclusive VIP Reception hosted by U.S. Bank , the Spirit Awards Premier and VIP Reception Sponsor. Connect with this year’s finalists, judges, sponsors and regional business leaders before the ballroom doors open.

Bringing a group? Save $10 per seat when you purchase a complete table in any seating section.

ULTRA VIP | UVIP $250 PER SEAT

$240 PER SEAT with complete table purchase (10 Seats)

Experience the Spirit Awards from one of our distinctive rectangular Ultra VIP tables, centrally positioned for a direct view of the stage and show.

Ultra VIP includes premier center-section placement, admission to the U.S. Bank VIP Reception, an elegant gala dinner and the complete Spirit Awards show experience.

Seating chart: Rectangular Ultra VIP tables

JUDGES’ CIRCLE VIP | JVIP $240 PER SEAT

Take your seat among the accomplished entrepreneurs and business leaders who serve on the Spirit Awards judging panel. Judges’ Circle VIP offers limited premium seating within the designated judges’ section, creating a unique opportunity to dine and connect with members of the judging panel.

Judges’ Circle VIP includes premium placement, admission to the U.S. Bank VIP Reception, an elegant gala dinner and the complete Spirit Awards show experience.

Seating chart: Dark-purple Judges’ Circle tables

TOP VIP | TVIP $235 PER SEAT

$225 PER SEAT with complete table purchase (10 Seats)

Enjoy premium round-table seating near the front of the ballroom, placing you close to the awards, entertainment and energy of the evening.

Top VIP includes preferred front-section placement, admission to the U.S. Bank VIP Reception, an elegant gala dinner and the complete Spirit Awards show experience.

Seating chart: Maroon Top VIP tables

VIP | VIP $215 PER SEAT

$205 PER SEAT with complete table purchase (10 Seats)

Enjoy preferred seating in the main VIP section plus access to the exclusive U.S. Bank VIP Reception before the show.

VIP includes preferred gala seating, pre-show networking, an elegant gala dinner and the complete Spirit Awards show experience.

Seating chart: Bright-red VIP tables

LEFT GALA SEATING | L GALA $165 PER SEAT

$155 PER SEAT with complete table purchase (10 Seats)

Join us for an inspiring black-tie evening honoring the entrepreneurs and companies shaping Inland Southern California.

Your ticket includes reserved seating on the left side of the ballroom, an elegant gala dinner, the Spirit Awards presentation, the Garner Holt Student Fast Pitch competition and live entertainment.

Admission to the U.S. Bank VIP Reception is not included but may be purchased separately.

Seating chart: Peach-toned tables on the left side

RIGHT GALA SEATING | R GALA $165 PER SEAT

$155 PER SEAT with complete table purchase (10 Seats)

Join us for an inspiring black-tie evening honoring the entrepreneurs and companies shaping Inland Southern California.

Your ticket includes reserved seating on the right side of the ballroom, an elegant gala dinner, the Spirit Awards presentation, the Garner Holt Student Fast Pitch competition and live entertainment.

Admission to the U.S. Bank VIP Reception is not included but may be purchased separately.

Seating chart: Salmon-toned tables on the right side

VIP RECEPTION ADD-ON

Enhance your gala experience with admission to the exclusive VIP Reception hosted by U.S. Bank . Connect with Spirit Awards finalists, judges, sponsors and regional business leaders before the ballroom doors open.

A Gala Seating ticket is required. The VIP Reception Add-On does not include a gala ticket or an upgraded seat.

Gala Event Schedule November 12, 2026 5pm-9pm

4:15 PM Finalist Welcome Experience Reception 5-6:00 PM Gala Reception and VIP Reception 5:45 PM VIP Priority Showroom Seating 6:00 PM Doors to Showroom Open - Main Seating 6:15 PM Dinner, Entertainment & Awards 8:30 PM Closing Toast 8:45 PM After Party - By Invitation only

From Spirit of the Entrepreneur