Florida Festivals & Events Association recognized state's best events
Published on August 20, 2025
The Florida Festivals & Events Association (FFEA) recently announced the winners of its annual SUNsational Awards during their 31st annual convention and tradeshow. The program recognizes members' innovation, individuality and creative collaboration.
Nominations were accepted in ten categories, including Printed Materials; Outdoor Advertisement; PR/Media Campaign; Photo; Promotional Item; T-shirt; Broadcast Media; Multimedia Marketing; Events and Programming. Each category included three budget levels. Over 200 events submitted their materials for consideration.
North Port Parks & Recreation received the following:
- 1st Place – Social Media Campaign – Pumpkin Plunge
- 2nd Place – Event Recap/Annual Report – 2024 Impact Report
- 2nd Place – Event Brochure – Playbook
“We’re honored to be recognized alongside so many outstanding organizations across Florida,” said Sandy Pfundheller, Director of Parks & Recreation. “These awards highlight the creativity and strategic communication our team brings to every campaign and publication. Their work not only promotes our programs, but it also strengthens our connection with the community and showcases the impact we make on the lives of our residents.”
For a complete list of winners, visit www.ffea.com/sunsational-awards.
Nominations were judged by a blue-ribbon panel representing media outlets, printing companies, website designers, photographers, promotional marketing professionals and social media experts.
“The SUNsational Awards have recognized and celebrated the talents of our members for more than two decades,” said Suzanne Neve, CEO of the FFEA. “We’re proud of our members and their events – and excited to recognize them in this way each year. This year in particular was incredibly rewarding as we showcased the innovation and resilience of festival and event organizers throughout the state during this unprecedented time.”
About the Florida Festivals & Events Association (FFEA)
Celebrating 29 years, FFEA is a not-for-profit association dedicated to supporting and promoting more than 5,500 festivals, events, and fairs in the state of Florida through education, networking and dissemination of information and the cultivation of high standards. For more information about FFEA, visit www.ffea.com.