TheMotionAwards
Honoring Excellence · Celebrating Culture · Inspiring Community
We highlight the talent that keeps our community in motion.
Le'Playground is proud to present The Motion Awards, a community celebration honoring outstanding dancers, musicians, performers, artists, DJs, and creative visionaries who inspire, entertain, and make an impact through their talents.
Because culture doesn't stand still — it stays in motion.
Award Categories
Forty-plus awards across nine disciplines, recognizing every craft that moves the culture forward.
Entertainment
- DJ of the Year
- Host of the Year
- Promoter of the Year
- Event of the Year
- Entertainment Company of the Year
Music
- Artist of the Year
- Hip-Hop Artist of the Year
- R&B Artist of the Year
- Female Artist of the Year
- Male Artist of the Year
- Rising Star of the Year
- Lyricist of the Year
- Producer of the Year
- Audio Engineer of the Year
- Music Video of the Year
- Best Live Band
Dance
- Dancer of the Year
- Choreographer of the Year
- Battle Dancer of the Year
- Krump Award
- Dance Studio of the Year
Visual Storytelling
- Videographer of the Year
- Photographer of the Year
- Creative Director of the Year
- Content Creator of the Year
- Visual Brand of the Year
Beauty & Grooming
- Barber of the Year
- Hairstylist of the Year
- Loctician of the Year
- Makeup Artist of the Year
- Fashion Stylist of the Year
Business & Community
- Entrepreneur of the Year
- Small Business of the Year
- Brand of the Year
- Community Impact Award
- Humanitarian Award
- Mentor of the Year
- Best Local Food Truck
Featured Nominees
The Night the Culture Celebrates Itself
Save the date. Red carpet, live performances, and the unveiling of every winner.
December 12, 2026 · Venue to be announced
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