Pre-nominations are now open for the 2027 Trans Erotica Awards (TEAs), presented by Clips4Sale. The awards ceremony and related events are scheduled for March 12 and 14, 2027, in Hollywood, California.
Pre-Nominations and Eligibility
The pre-nomination period for the 2027 Trans Erotica Awards commenced on November 5, 2026, and will conclude on November 15, 2026. Submissions for pre-nominations are being accepted online.
Eligibility criteria for Best Performer pre-nominations require individuals to have appeared on a major website, DVD, or VOD release between November 1, 2025, and October 31, 2026. The same eligibility period applies to the Best Scene and Best DVD categories.
Kristel Penn, TEA executive producer, noted that the event is examining ways to tailor its categories to fit the current state of the adult content industry. Steven Grooby is expected to publish a blog detailing some of these additions and changes in the coming days.
Event Schedule and Venue
The 2027 Trans Erotica Awards weekend will feature multiple events in Hollywood, California. The Official Pre-Party is scheduled for March 12, 2027, at the Bardot nightclub. The awards ceremony itself will take place on March 14, 2027, at the Avalon Hollywood, a historic venue.
The TEAs are described as a "premier event honoring trans excellence in adult entertainment." An event representative stated that "The TEAs remain a cornerstone event in the adult industry, highlighting the artistry, advocacy and visibility of trans performers."
The announcement of the 2027 dates was made on October 13, 2026, by Joanne Cachapero. Additional information regarding the 2027 event will be released via theTEAShow.com. The event can also be followed on X @TGEroticaAwards and Instagram @the.teashow.
History and Evolution of the TEAs
The Transgender Erotica Awards, organized by Grooby Productions and founded by Steven Grooby, are an annual ceremony honoring achievements by performers, directors, producers, and others in the transgender segment of the adult film industry. The awards originated in 2009 as an online poll-based event, initially titled the Tranny Awards, to address the lack of recognition for transgender erotica within broader adult industry accolades.
In 2014, the name was changed to Transgender Erotica Awards following criticism that "Tranny" was derogatory toward transgender individuals, reflecting evolving sensitivities in language usage within the community and industry. The event evolved from a virtual format to in-person gatherings, typically held over a weekend in Hollywood, California, at venues like the Avalon nightclub, incorporating red carpet arrivals, performances, and an awards show.
The TEAs are now in their 16th year and have a history of being held at the Avalon in Hollywood, California. Categories span performer awards, technical honors, and special recognitions like lifetime achievement, with nominations driven by fan votes and industry submissions. The Transgender Erotica Awards primarily celebrate the achievements of trans women performers, reflecting the predominance of transfeminine individuals in the transgender adult entertainment industry. The core goals of the TEAs are to bridge recognition gaps and emphasize community support amid perceptions of marginalization in mainstream adult awards.
Key Facts
- Pre-nominations for the 2027 Trans Erotica Awards opened on November 5, 2026, and close on November 15, 2026.
- The 2027 TEAs are presented by Clips4Sale.
- The Official Pre-Party is scheduled for March 12, 2027, at Bardot, and the awards ceremony is on March 14, 2027, at Avalon Hollywood.
- Eligibility for Best Performer, Best Scene, and Best DVD categories covers content released between November 1, 2025, and October 31, 2026.
- Kristel Penn is the TEA executive producer, and Steven Grooby founded the awards, which are organized by Grooby Productions.
- The Transgender Erotica Awards are in their 16th year and were founded in 2009.
