CLEVELAND, Ohio – Tickets are on sale for the 26th Greater Cleveland Sports Awards.

The annual fundraiser supports the Greater Cleveland Sports Commission and celebrates a year of achievements covering high school stars to professional athletes.

It will take place Thursday, Feb. 5, at Rocket Arena.

The awards will feature two stages: The legends stage will host a fireside chat conversation and guest appearances, and the champions stage will feature awards presentations and more. Last year, the fireside chat highlighted the 30th anniversary of the 1995 Cleveland Indians’ American League pennant-winning team.

The evening will include red-carpet arrivals, pre-show reception in the atrium featuring dinner stations, networking, open bar and silent auction. The awards program follows and is simulcast on the venue’s big screen. An after party includes a martini bar, dessert stations and live entertainment.

Award nominations are in the following categories:

• Male High School Athlete of the Year

• Female High School Athlete of the Year

• Male Collegiate Athlete of the Year

• Female Collegiate Athlete of the Year

• Professional Athlete of the Year

• 2025 Best Moment in Cleveland Sports

• Jim Donovan Courage Award

• Lifetime Achievement Award

• GCSC Sports Development Award

• GCSC Volunteer of the Year Award

When: 5 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5.

Location: Rocket Arena.

Admission:

• Diehard District, $75. Includes $10 loaded value for concessions, arena bowl seating and access to the after party. Go to rocketarena.com.

• Premium tables and package options range from $4,000 to $7,000. Packages guarantee 10 seats and include pre-show reception, refreshments during the show and after-party access. Email [email protected].

Celebrity emcees and guest appearances will be announced soon.