After a sold-out inaugural event, we are excited to once again celebrate the women who lead, serve, and inspire across Lake Norman.
Nominations for the 2026 Lake Norman Woman of the Year have officially closed. Thank you to everyone who took the time to nominate an incredible woman in our community.
The Lake Norman Woman of the Year Planning Committee is currently reviewing all submissions and will soon select the Top 10 women to be featured on LakeNormanWoman.com for community voting.
Stay tuned—the Top 10 nominees will be revealed soon!
The Top 4 finalists will each be invited to the Gala with one guest, where they will be recognized during the evening’s celebration. The 2026 Lake Norman Woman of the Year will be announced live at the Gala.
Event Details
Location: Brawley Estate
Time: Cocktail Hour 6–7 PM | Dinner, Program & Dancing 7–10 PM
Attire: Black Tie Optional
Featuring: Silent auctions, the world-famous wine toss, dinner, dancing, and a celebration of extraordinary women in our community
The 2026 Gala will also support Foster Love Adopt Repeat, our nonprofit partner serving children and families in foster care.
Want to guarantee your tickets? Sponsorships are now open and include reserved seating for the evening.
Previous Top 10 nominees are not eligible for nomination this year. All nominations submitted will be reviewed by the Lake Norman Woman of the Year Planning Committee.