Bluffton Community Choice Awards 2026
In Search of Bluffton and Okatie’s Best Businesses
Each year, the Best of Bluffton Community’s Choice Awards celebrate the businesses, organizations, and local favorites that make Bluffton and Okatie special. Presented by Bluffton Today, this annual event recognizes over 450 businesses across more than 170 categories, entirely driven by public nominations and votes.
Nomination Round: February 27 - 28, 2026
Voting Round: April 2026 (check back for details)
Winners Announced: July 2026 (check back for details)
The 2026 competition starts with nominations ending February 27, where the public can submit their favorite businesses once per day in each category. Those who nominate in 25 or more categories will be entered to win a $250 gift card!
The Voting Round follows in April, narrowing down the top contenders and allowing participants to cast their votes daily to determine the winners, plus another chance to win a $250 gift card for voting in 25+ categories.
The winners will be revealed at the awards gala in July, where the most-loved businesses will be honored. Results will be shared with the community in print, online, and across social media.
Get YOUR local Bluffton or Okatie, SC business in front of more people.
Participating in local “best of awards” contests is a great way to get your business in front of a captive, community-minded audience. During the nomination and voting rounds, the business listing is visible to thousands of people browsing through the voting site and social media.
Tucker Marketing Group helps businesses promote themselves and stand out in the local marketplace. This not only includes promotion in local contests, but a variety of other marketing solutions designed to target your audience.
Call 843-681-7827 or reach us online to see how we can help.
Please note that Tucker Marketing Group is not affiliated with or represents the Community Choice Awards in any way.
