Don’t worry party people, we’re still bringing the energy and celebration! But we have a change in location, so make sure to update your Google calendars!

The Society of Professional Journalists San Diego Pro Chapter will hold its annual journalism awards ceremony from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, June 25 at Riverwalk Golf Club, only 2 miles west of the original location. Please note this change and if you bought group tickets tell your fellow attendees.

First-, second- and third-place, special and top awards will be presented to professional and college journalists. In addition, the 2026 Journalist of the Year will be announced and scholarships will be presented to college students. Don’t miss out on mixing with your fellow journalists from the San Diego region!

Riverwalk Golf Club is located at 1150 Fashion Valley Rd, San Diego, CA 92108.

There will be a buffet dinner along with desserts, tea and water provided. Riverwalk Golf Club will have a no-host bar option for those wanting to purchase alcohol. This event will be held in an inside/outdoor space.

Early bird tickets are $50 through 6 p.m. Monday, June 8. Then regular tickets are $65, with sales closing at noon on June 24 or if sold out, whichever comes first. If space permits, walk-up tickets will be $75 at the door.

Reserved tables for 8 can be purchased for $500 through June 19. Those purchasing a table also need to email the names of their table’s attendees to spjsandiego@gmail.com by June 23.

Discounts for college students are being offered. Student early bird tickets are $35 through 6 p.m. Monday, June 8. Regular student tickets are $40, with sales closing at noon on June 24. If space permits, walk-up student tickets will be $45 at the door.

Tickets are going quick so buy yours here: http://tinyurl.com/SPJ-SD26awards

Below is a list of our winners! Congratulations! We’ll see you on June 25!