An Evening of Excellence: TCWEP’s 17th Golden Hour Gala & Awards Show.
Join us at Mendakota Country Club for an unforgettable evening as we gather with fellow event pros to honor our peer-nominated finalists and award winners.
Wednesday, April 8th 2026 5:30pm – 8:30pm
Signature Cocktails & Desserts
Celebration, Networking & Awards
Elegant Atmosphere with Industry Friends
Cocktail Attire – Golden Hour Inspired – featuring champagne shimmer, teal elegance, blush tones, and soft metallic accents and sunset hues — elegant, radiant, and celebration-ready.
Cash Bar Available
Five Excellence Awards will be awarded to outstanding professionals nominated by their peers.
Rising Star Award I Venue Excellence Award I Catering Excellence Award I Vendor Excellence Award I Impact Award
Voting ended March 31st, with 1,275 votes. Come see who wins!
Peer Nominated Finalists
Caffeination Station, Camp Fire Minnesota, Ceri McCaffrey Photography
Belle Ame Vineyard, The Annex, The Madison
Big Guys BBQ Roadhouse, Crave Catering, Mintahoe Catering & Events
Martha’s Gardens, Monroe Film and Photo, Positively Charmed
Minnesota Bride, Sweet Cakes LLC dba Nothing Bundt Cakes, Unstoppable Professionals
Special Remarks from a Founding Member I Susan Lee Wright, Perfect Day Ceremonies, Affordable I Do’s
Gala Sponsors
Alpha-Lit Twin Cities
BFriendly
Complete Weddings + Events MN
Empowered Lotus Photography
Encore Events
Festivities MN
Mendakota Country Club
Monroe Film & Photo
Sweet Cakes LLC dba Nothing Bundt Cakes
Viva La Fiesta DJ Entertainment
We’ve Got It Covered