Martial Arts World is starting off 2026 by celebrating 20 years of its Annual Martial Arts Weekend! We at KATA, as part of our ongoing partnership with Martial Arts World is presenting to you the 2026 Annual Awards Gala! This evening of elegance, food and fellowship will take place Saturday, March 14, 2026 from 5:30 PM to 11:00 PM at The Center for Visual and Performing Arts, 1040 Ridge Road, Munster, IN 46321. The Annual Awards Gala is Martial Arts World’s celebration of the achievements of its members throughout the year, as well as the contributions of members of the community. This year’s event promises to be bigger and better than it’s ever been! The itinerary is as follows:
MAW Academy Awards Show: 5:30PM Center for Visual and Performing Arts (THEATER)
Green Carpet Experience: 7:00PM Center for Visual and Performing Arts (ATRIUM)
Black-Tie Dinner: 7:30PM Center for Visual and Performing Arts (GRAND BALLROOM)
The Official After-Party: 9:00PM until event’s end
All of the proceedings of this event will be donated to KATA to further our cause! Tickets are available for purchase NOW! Click the button below.