URBANE'S Finest of 2026

  • URBANE'S Finest of 2026

    presented by URBANE Magazine

  • Please only submit ONE entry per category. Only submit a nomination that relates to the appropriate category. Categories marked with a red star (*) require an answer. Suggestions are welcome at the end of the form.

    Be sure to include COMPLETE AND ACCURATE information on who you are nominating, such as full names with correct spellings, phone numbers, mailing addresses or locations, specialties, social media, etc. Submissions that are difficult to verify will be omitted from progressing to the finalists' round with no notification to the submitter.

    Do NOT provide personal/government information, such as government/state-issued numbers, birthdates, home addresses, banking information, passwords, etc.

    Nomination submissions will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on May 31, 2026. The entities/individuals of a category that receive the most nominations will progress to the finalists' round.

    The finalists' list will be available on June 8, 2026, at 12:01 a.m.; voting for the finalists will begin on this day at this time, as well. Votes will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on June 30, 2026.

    All winners will be announced to the public continuously, starting August 1, 2026, via URBANE Magazine's official digital platforms throughout August, in no specific order or at any specific time. In addition, all winners will be mentioned in Issue 32 as well.

    Affiliates of URBANE Magazine are not allowed to participate. All nominations, finalists, and winners are submitted and/or chosen by public vote only. URBANE Magazine has no influence on the nomination or selection process.

     

    Let's get to the nomination form!

  • BEAUTIFICATION / GROOMING

    Be sure to include COMPLETE AND ACCURATE information on who you are nominating, such as full names with correct spellings, phone numbers, mailing addresses or locations, specialties, social media, etc. Submissions that are difficult to verify will be omitted from progressing to the finalists' round with no notification to the submitter.

  • EDUCATION

    Be sure to include COMPLETE AND ACCURATE information on who you are nominating, such as full names with correct spellings, phone numbers, mailing addresses or locations, specialties, social media, etc. Submissions that are difficult to verify will be omitted from progressing to the finalists' round with no notification to the submitter.

  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Be sure to include COMPLETE AND ACCURATE information on who you are nominating, such as full names with correct spellings, phone numbers, mailing addresses or locations, specialties, social media, etc. Submissions that are difficult to verify will be omitted from progressing to the finalists' round with no notification to the submitter.

  • EVENT PLANNING / VENDORS / RENTALS

    Be sure to include COMPLETE AND ACCURATE information on who you are nominating, such as full names with correct spellings, phone numbers, mailing addresses or locations, specialties, social media, etc. Submissions that are difficult to verify will be omitted from progressing to the finalists' round with no notification to the submitter.

  • EXERCISE / FITNESS / MEDIATION

    Be sure to include COMPLETE AND ACCURATE information on who you are nominating, such as full names with correct spellings, phone numbers, mailing addresses or locations, specialties, social media, etc. Submissions that are difficult to verify will be omitted from progressing to the finalists' round with no notification to the submitter.

  • FAITH-BASED

    Be sure to include COMPLETE AND ACCURATE information on who you are nominating, such as full names with correct spellings, phone numbers, mailing addresses or locations, specialties, social media, etc. Submissions that are difficult to verify will be omitted from progressing to the finalists' round with no notification to the submitter.

  • FASHION

    Be sure to include COMPLETE AND ACCURATE information on who you are nominating, such as full names with correct spellings, phone numbers, mailing addresses or locations, specialties, social media, etc. Submissions that are difficult to verify will be omitted from progressing to the finalists' round with no notification to the submitter.

  • MEDIA

    Be sure to include COMPLETE AND ACCURATE information on who you are nominating, such as full names with correct spellings, phone numbers, mailing addresses or locations, specialties, social media, etc. Submissions that are difficult to verify will be omitted from progressing to the finalists' round with no notification to the submitter.

  • MEDICAL / HEALTH PROVIDERS & WELLNESS

    Be sure to include COMPLETE AND ACCURATE information on who you are nominating, such as full names with correct spellings, phone numbers, mailing addresses or locations, specialties, social media, etc. Submissions that are difficult to verify will be omitted from progressing to the finalists' round with no notification to the submitter.

  • NIGHTLIFE / LOUNGE

    Be sure to include COMPLETE AND ACCURATE information on who you are nominating, such as full names with correct spellings, phone numbers, mailing addresses or locations, specialties, social media, etc. Submissions that are difficult to verify will be omitted from progressing to the finalists' round with no notification to the submitter.

  • NONPROFIT / PHILANTHROPY

    Be sure to include COMPLETE AND ACCURATE information on who you are nominating, such as full names with correct spellings, phone numbers, mailing addresses or locations, specialties, social media, etc. Submissions that are difficult to verify will be omitted from progressing to the finalists' round with no notification to the submitter.

  • PROFESSIONALS

    Be sure to include COMPLETE AND ACCURATE information on who you are nominating, such as full names with correct spellings, phone numbers, mailing addresses or locations, specialties, social media, etc. Submissions that are difficult to verify will be omitted from progressing to the finalists' round with no notification to the submitter.

  • RESTAURANTS / FOODS / DRINK

    Be sure to include COMPLETE AND ACCURATE information on who you are nominating, such as full names with correct spellings, phone numbers, mailing addresses or locations, specialties, social media, etc. Submissions that are difficult to verify will be omitted from progressing to the finalists' round with no notification to the submitter.

  • SERVICE INDUSTRY

    Be sure to include COMPLETE AND ACCURATE information on who you are nominating, such as full names with correct spellings, phone numbers, mailing addresses or locations, specialties, social media, etc. Submissions that are difficult to verify will be omitted from progressing to the finalists' round with no notification to the submitter.

  • YOUTH / YOUTH PROGRAMS & ORGANIZATIONS

    Be sure to include COMPLETE AND ACCURATE information on who you are nominating, such as full names with correct spellings, phone numbers, mailing addresses or locations, specialties, social media, etc. Submissions that are difficult to verify will be omitted from progressing to the finalists' round with no notification to the submitter.

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  • Thank you for participating in 2026 URBANE's Finest nomination process! We’re excited to receive your valuable input.

    Before finalizing your submission, please take a moment to review your nominations for each category by clicking the "Review" button to ensure:

     

    Accuracy of Information

    By submitting this form, you confirm that all the information provided is accurate to the best of your knowledge. You also acknowledge that the information you submit will be used to verify your nominee.

    Submissions that are difficult to verify will be omitted from progressing to the finalists' round without notification to the nominator.

     

    Submission Deadline

    Ensure your form is submitted before the deadline, as late entries cannot be considered.

    In the event of a tie, a private vote by the editorial board will determine the final winner.

     

    Important Disclaimer

    In the event of a tie, a private vote by the editorial board will determine the final winner.

    In the rare event of an exact tie, URBANE Magazine reserves the right to recognize both honorees or implement a final tiebreaker vote.

    URBANE Magazine is not entitled to notify the public of the tie or decision-making process.

     

    Privacy Assurance

    All information submitted will be used solely for this nomination process and handled following our brand's overall privacy policy.

    Once you've reviewed your nominations, hit the "Submit" button to finalize your entries.

    Thank you for helping us recognize Arkansas' Black excellence!

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