Date: Saturday, April 18th, 2026
Group Photo: 6:00 PM
Banquet & Awards: 6:30–9:30 PM
Dress Code: Gold & Glittery Attire
Ticket Price: $70 per person
Bar: Cash Bar on-site
Location: Hilton Garden Inn, Freeport Downtown
 Maine
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2026 MPPA Convention Banquet
& Annual Image Awards
An evening of celebration, recognition, and community
Saturday, April 18th, 2026 · 6:30–9:30 PM · Hilton Garden Inn, Freeport Downtown
About the Evening
Our Convention Banquet & Annual Image Awards Night is an evening of celebration, recognition, and connection—where we honor the photographers who entered our annual image competition and celebrate excellence in the craft.
Join us for a night that blends inspiration, community, and a thoughtfully curated meal in a beautiful banquet setting. Guests will enjoy a delicious buffet with warm dinner rolls and whipped butter, plus a cash bar on-site.
The evening kicks off at 6:00 PM with a group photo, followed by the banquet and awards ceremony from 6:30 to 9:30 PM. Come dressed in your best gold and glittery attire!
Event Details
Menu
A buffet served with warm dinner rolls and whipped butter
Starters
Artisan Garden Green SaladSpinach Salad
Entrées
Grilled Chicken BreastSliced Sirloin of Beef (GF/DF)
Eggplant Rollatini (V)
Sides
Herb-Roasted Red Bliss PotatoesGreen Beans
Dessert
Carrot CakeBoston Cream Pie
Chocolate Layer Cake (GF/DF)
GF = Gluten Free DF = Dairy Free V = Vegetarian
Seating is limited — reserve your ticket today!
Tickets are $70 per person and must be reserved online. When booking, please share any dietary restrictions so we can ensure everyone enjoys the evening. Tickets are non-refundable.
Don't forget to also register for the full convention — included with your Active Membership Dues!