Femme House has announced the nominees for the 2026 Femmy Awards, which recognize people from the world of dance music whose work has helped forge the genre, has expanded representation and has helped elevate others. These categories include everything from agents and managers to club nights and artists themselves.
New to this year’s awards are a variety of community voted awards, with voting now open to the public on Femme House’s website.
“Last year, we only had four categories open for voting, and we got a huge response,” Femme house cofounder Hermixalot tells Billboard. “Considering that, we made the decision this year to open nearly all the categories to the public, and give folks something to get excited about. Most award shows don’t give fans control, and since so much of our mission is about reflecting back what the community wants and needs, this felt right.”
The Femmy Awards happen March 26 at 12 p.m. ET at Miami’s Palm Tree Club, during Miami Music Week. The event is the nonprofit’s biggest fundraiser of the year, bringing in $30,000 in 2025, with the money going to Femme House’s mostly free educational programming for aspiring producers and DJs. Tables for the 2026 event begin at $3,500 and are on sale now.
Femme House is also putting on other programming throughout the week, including a panel conversation hosted in collaboration with W Hotels at the W South Beach on March 27. Happening as part of Femme House’s Miami Music Week Artist Fellowship Program and led by Femme House founders LP Giobbi and Hermixalot, this discussion will feature agents, managers, labels reps and more, and will focus on about what these people are looking for from up-and-coming artists.
The 2026 Femmy Awards will also honor Anja Schneider, Ultra Naté, Tokimonsta, John Summit, Mary Droppinz and EMJIE with special honors.
See the complete list of nominees below.
2026 Femmy Publicly Voted Awards Nominees
Ableton instructor of the year: Honoring the educators who lead the way by example for every student that enrolls in a Femme House Session or signs up for an online course
Suzi Analogue
Modern Lover
Claire Marie Lim
Lorna Dune
Christina Horn
Album or EP of the year: Recognizing a full body of work that pushed sonic and cultural boundaries
Tides (Remixes) – Karaba
Through the Wall – Rochelle Jordan
Volver – Sofia Kourtesis
The BPM – Sudan Archives
Humanise – HAAi
Best club: Recognizing a nightclub that champions diversity, safe spaces, and inclusive lineups, shaping the electronic music scene
Nowadays
Smartbar
TV Lounge
The Fruit
Walter WhereHouse
Best DJ set or live performance: Recognizing a live performance that stood out for its creativity, energy, and impact
Matisa (Fabric, London)
Zoe Gitter (Boiler Room, Ibiza)
Charlotte de Witte & Amelie Lens (Flanders Expo, Belgium)
Ladies of Leisure (Boiler Room, Ibiza)
Deer Jade (Lollapalooza, Paris)
Best Femme House radio mix: Recognizing an outstanding Femme House Radio mix, showcasing innovative track selection and storytelling
Kiimi
Sinca
Awen
Golden
Krithi
Best producer: Recognizing a producer whose work stood out for its originality, technical mastery, and influence on the sound of dance music
Yulia Niko
Honeyluv
Azzecca
Miss Monique
Ki/Ki
Best record label: Recognizing a label that prioritizes femme, non-binary, and LGBTQ+ artists
She/Her
Bass n Babes
Nuxxe
Smile Records
Abracadabra Records
Best underground promoter: Honoring the grassroots, regional promoters in the U.S. who are shaping underground dance culture
Playhouse
Thique
Ladera Hearts
Jerk
PBNJ
Best vocalist: Recognizing the often heard but not seen voices of dance music
Blythe
Hayla
Bibi Bourelly
Pamé
House Gospel Choir
Breakthrough artist: Honoring artists who had phenomenal years and set the bar for visibility, artistic output, and buzz
Me N U
Lumia
Inda Jani
Zingara
Tiffy Vera
Femme House activist & impact award: Honoring an artist, collective, or industry professional using their platform to advocate for social change and inclusion in the music industry
Support Women DJs
Empwr Beats
Beatport Diversity + Parity Fund
Book More Women
Her Dancefloor
Femme House community member of the year: Celebrating an individual in the Femme House community whose dedication, passion and engagement have gone above and beyond to embody the spirit of Femme House
Raecola
Barbara Nicole
Tara Verma
Val Fleury
Hai-Life
“For the Culture” award: Honoring BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ creators and platforms making an impact in serving their communities
Sisters In Sound
House of Yes
TT the Artist
QDP
Courtney Hollinquest
Innovator award: Recognizing innovation and impact in sound design, cultural significance and more
DJ Dave
Blood Oath
Juliet Fox
Mz Worthy
Desiree
Most diverse lineup: Honoring the show bills that have challenged the notion that the best lineups are predominantly male and white
Cosimea
4 Tha Luv
Babestock Music Festival
All Things Go Music Festival
Deep Tropics Music, Art and Style Festival
Song of the year: Recognizing a song that showcases innovation, inclusivity, and exceptional artistry from a femme, non-binary, or LGBTQ+ producer, DJ or vocalist
“Forget” – DJ Minx
“Richman” – Inda Jani + Ghezz
“IDK” – Azzecca
“Hurt Me No More” – Emjie
Don’t Wanna Leave You” – Tiffy Vera
2026 Femmy Committee Voted Award Nominees
Agent of the year: Celebrating an agent who has made a significant impact in advancing the careers of diverse talent in the music industry
Brittany Gaston
Barbara Frum
Daisy Hoffman
Natalie Koe
Best music journalist: Honoring a writer who has championed diverse voices in music media and amplified underrepresented artists through their work
Nyshka Chandran, Resident Advisor
Sheila Lim, EDM Identity
Ariel King, Pollstar
Megan Venzin, DJ Mag
Best talent booker or promoter: Honoring a booker dedicated to diverse, femme, non-binary and LGBTQ+ artists, curating inclusive and groundbreaking lineups
Jenn Yacoubian
Andrea Graham
Britt Van Wouwe
The Night League (Gabby Castro, Leslee Tatman, Jodie Layton)
Culture shifter: Recognizing an industry leader who has made significant strides in promoting diversity and inclusion within electronic music and beyond
Tracey Manner
Tay Allen
Aluna Francis
Madame Gandhi
Manager of the year: Recognizing a manager who has demonstrated exceptional dedication to artist development, advocacy, and career growth
Cristiana Votta
Sophia Kearney
Sophie Kennard
Travis Alexander
Theresa Velasquez award for outstanding executive: Theresa Velasquez’s legacy is that of a beloved executive who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to amplify diverse talent. This committee voted category recognizes executives that honor that legacy in their own work.
Robby Engle
Bina Fronda
Rida Naser Greene
Alex Simpson
