When you think of an award show, you may think of the red carpet, the celebrities, and the beautiful gowns. And while the typical award ceremony the average planner organizes is not quite as glamorous, it's still one of the most exciting parts of having an awards program. But how do you make your award show stand out? What are the must-haves of award ceremonies?

To help planners think outside of the box, we've outlined the 12 ideas planners should follow to create a memorable award show for their attendees. Check them out.