Important Dates

Nomination Round Opens: Monday, March 3 at 12:00 a.m.

The key to winning is to first get as many nominations as possible. Those with the most nominations will be the first considered by our editorial team to advance to the voting round. You can nominate once per hour per category. Use these promotional images to help collect as many nominations as possible.

Nominations Round Ends: Sunday, March 23 at 11:59 p.m.

Voting Round Begins: Wednesday, April 2 at 12:00 a.m.

Spread the word to get your friends, family and fans to vote for you. The more votes you get, the better your chances of being a Best of the ‘Burgh winner. You can vote once per hour per category.

Voting Round Ends: Tuesday, April 22 at 11:59 p.m.

Winners will be announced online in June.

FAQ’s

Do you have promotional images available?

Yes! You can download our Best of the ‘Burgh images for promotion here.

My business is a finalist. How can I influence my chances of winning?

Let people know about Best of the ‘Burgh voting. Encourage customers and followers to vote.

Don’t your advertisers automatically win?

No. Best of the ‘Burgh recognition is based only on our readers’ votes; there is zero connection between advertisers and winners.

What if my business isn’t on the ballot?

Mark your calendar for next February and make a plan to generate votes during the nomination phase of the contest.

How do I vote?

Visit PittsburghMagazine.com/BOTB, and cast your ballot. It’s that simple.

No ballot stuffing.

Pittsburgh Magazine reserves the right to remove a finalist for consideration if there is flagrant evidence of ballot stuffing.