The Dutch Blockchain Awards return in 2027 to recognize the people, companies and initiatives making a meaningful contribution to the Dutch digital asset, blockchain and Web3 ecosystem.
From established industry leaders to new companies and emerging talent, the Awards celebrate achievement across the ecosystem and put the people behind that progress in the spotlight.
The winners will be announced live during the Dutch Blockchain Week Main Summit on May 20, 2027, at the Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam.
Know a person, company, product or initiative that deserves recognition? Nominate them for the Dutch Blockchain Awards 2027 and help put their contribution to the ecosystem in the spotlight.
Nominations are open to the wider community. You can nominate others and where applicable, your own company or initiative across the available Award categories.
Across multiple categories, you’ll be able to nominate those who have shown outstanding contributions, innovation, or leadership within the blockchain industry. After the nomination phase, the community will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite finalists, celebrating the people and projects shaping the future of the ecosystem.
01. Nominate
The ecosystem nominates the people, companies and initiatives that deserve recognition for their contribution over the past year.
02. Vote
Following the nomination period, selected finalists will be announced and the community will be invited to vote for their favorites.
03. Celebrate
The winners will be announced live on May 20 during the DBW Main Summit at the Johan Cruijff ArenA.
Every year, the Dutch Blockchain Awards bring the community together to recognize the people and companies making a difference across the industry.
The Awards are not only about established names. They also provide a platform for new talent, innovative products and emerging companies to receive recognition from the wider ecosystem.
Following another successful edition in 2026, the Awards return to the Johan Cruijff ArenA as part of Dutch Blockchain Week 2027.
The Dutch Blockchain Awards have been part of the Dutch blockchain and digital asset ecosystem since 2020, putting the spotlight on the people and companies making a meaningful contribution to the industry.
Over the years, the Awards have recognized entrepreneurs, industry leaders, innovative products, investment funds, media platforms and emerging talent.
As the industry has evolved, the Awards have grown with it, becoming an annual moment to celebrate the achievements and progress of the Dutch ecosystem.
The Dutch Blockchain Awards are presented live during the Dutch Blockchain Week Main Summit, bringing winners onto the stage in front of professionals from across the industry.
In 2027, the Awards return to the Johan Cruijff ArenA for their seventh edition. On May 20, this year’s winners will be announced and celebrated live during the second day of the Main Summit.
From established industry names to the next generation of companies and talent, it is the moment where the Dutch ecosystem comes together to recognize those who stood out over the past year.
The Dutch Blockchain Awards have been part of the Dutch blockchain and digital asset ecosystem since 2020. What started as an initiative by BCNL Foundation to recognize outstanding contributions to the industry has grown into an annual tradition during Dutch Blockchain Week.
Over the years, the Awards have put the spotlight on entrepreneurs, companies, products, investors, educators, media platforms and industry professionals making a meaningful contribution to the ecosystem. Previous editions have recognized both established names and emerging companies, with the categories evolving alongside the industry itself. In 2023, for example, the fourth edition attracted more than 2,000 public votes, while the 2025 Awards recognized winners across eight different categories.
In 2026, the Dutch Blockchain Awards celebrated their sixth edition, with the ceremony taking place on the Main Stage of the DBW Summit at the Johan Cruijff ArenA.
Now, the Awards return for their seventh edition in 2027, continuing the tradition of recognizing the people and organizations making a difference across the Dutch digital asset ecosystem.
Attending the Dutch Blockchain Summit award ceremony? We know you might have a few questions about tickets, dates, and what to expect. Below, you’ll find the answers to our most frequently asked questions. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, feel free to contact us directly!
Individuals, companies, products and initiatives active within or contributing to the Dutch digital asset, blockchain and Web3 ecosystem can be nominated in the relevant categories.
Yes, where relevant to the category, companies and initiatives may submit themselves for consideration.
After the nomination period closes, all nominations are reviewed. The number of nominations received is taken into account, alongside an independent jury assessment. Based on both, the finalists for each category are selected and announced.
Once the finalists have been announced, the decision is in the hands of the community. Public voting opens for all Award categories, and the finalist who receives the most votes in their category wins the Dutch Blockchain Award 2027.
The winners will be announced live during the Dutch Blockchain Week Main Summit on May 20, 2027, at the Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam.
Yes. The Dutch Blockchain Awards Ceremony takes place during the DBW Main Summit, so a valid Summit ticket is required to attend.
