#1 Media Event
Lorne Michaels, Bradley Cooper, and astronaut Scott Kelly were just a few of the newsmakers that scored a coveted spot on Time’s list of influencers last year, which was celebrated at the magazine’s annual event at Jazz at Lincoln Center. The evening included memorable performances by Kanye West and Tim McGraw. Next: Spring 2016
#2 Media Event
The American Society of Magazine Editors administers the Ellies in association with the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. The 2016 event marked the 50th anniversary and included a new feature: the ASME Next Awards for Journalists Under 30. Next: February 2017
#3 Media Event
In 2015, 20,000 people turned out for three days of highbrow talks from leading thinkers like Toni Morrison, Trey Anastasio, and Andrew Jarecki. Next: October 7-9, 2016
#4 Media Event
Some 700 guests are expected to attend this year's 67th National Book Awards to honor the best in the world of publishing. Next: November 16, 2016
#5 Media Event
Last year, the 25th edition of Glamour's high honor recognized women including Reese Witherspoon, Victoria Beckham, Misty Copeland, the United States women's national soccer team, and Caitlyn Jenner. Next: November 14, 2016
#6 Media Event
Andy Cohen will serve as M.C. at this year's Matrix Awards luncheon at the Waldorf Astoria. More than 1,000 people will honor women including Lena Dunham and Time magazine editor Nancy Gibbs. Next: April 25, 2016
#7 Media Event
To celebrate its 75th anniversary, the Peabody Awards will host a series of events this year, culminating with the ceremony at Cipriani Wall Street. The show will be taped for a TV special to air on Pivot in June. Next: May 21, 2016
