Barber Competition Cutting Edge Styles
Event Details:
Dates: May 4th & 5th, 2025
Location: Meadowlands Expo Center, New Jersey
Doors Open: 10:00 AM
Categories
- Start Time: 1:00 PM
- Duration: 15 minutes
- Competitors: 10
- Prizes:
- 1st Place: $3000 + Trophy
- 2nd Place: $1000 + Trophy
- 3rd Place: $500 + Trophy
Description: Test your speed, accuracy and ability to deliver a high-quality fade within a limited timeframe. Demonstrate a fast fade haircut, showcasing seamless blending, clean hairline, and a polished finish in under 15 minutes. You will be evaluated on speed of execution, precision in fading technique, blending, symmetry, cleanliness of the hairline, attention to detail, and overall finish. 15 minutes
Rules:
– Model cannot have hair length shorter than a 2 on the side and 3 on the top.
– Lineup cannot be marked and must have regrowth.
– You must have the C-cup on the lineup.
– Color and enhancements are allowed.
– No pre-cuts.
- Start Time: 1:30 PM
- Duration: 1 hour
- Competitors: 10
- Prizes:
- 1st Place: $3000 + Trophy
- 2nd Place: $1000 + Trophy
- 3rd Place: $500 + Trophy
Description: Let your imagination run wild! Showcase your versatility by crafting innovative hairstyles and beard designs. Incorporate colours, props and accessories to create unique and boundary – pushing designs. There are no limits in this category. 40 minutes
Rules:
– Color is allowed.
– No pre-design.
– Clothing and accessories will be evaluated.
- Start Time: 3:00 PM
- Duration: 1 hour
- Competitors: 10
- Prizes:
- 1st Place: $3000 + Trophy
- 2nd Place: $1000 + Trophy
- 3rd Place: $500 + Trophy
Description: Show off your precision and technique with a flawless skin fade and a timeless, traditional men’s hairstyle inspired by past eras, recreating a timeless look with a modern twist. Haircuts should emphasize precision, attention to detail, and authenticity to the retro style. Hair color should be kept to a minimum or avoided all together. 40 minutes
Rules:
– Color is allowed.
– No pre-design.
– Clothing and accessories will be evaluated.
- Start Time: 1:00 PM
- Duration: 1:30 hour
- Competitors: 10
- Prizes:
- 1st Place: $1000 + Trophy
- 2nd Place: $500 + Trophy
- 3rd Place: $100 + Trophy
Description: Let your creativity run wild and create an intricate design of braids paired with a high-quality fade.
Rules:
– Color is allowed.
– Extensions are allowed.
– Lineup must have C-cup.
– No pre-braids or pre-cuts.
Barber Battle Essentials:
- Each category requires you to bring your own model.
- Ensure you have all necessary equipment, including clippers, headlight, surge protector/extension cord, chargers, etc.
- Embrace the theme to earn extra points. Dressing up to complement your chosen style can elevate your presentation and score.
Additional Information:
- Entry Fee: $50 per category
- Award Ceremony: 5:00 PM on the Main Stage
- Competition Fee Coverage: Includes all-day entrance for the competitor and one model to the Haireducational Beauty Summit on the day of the competition and entrance into the competition.
- Multiple Competitions: Competitors may compete in multiple competitions.
- Model Release Form: All models need to sign a model release form, which can be filled out at the event.
- Refund Policy: No refunds for any reason. If you cannot attend, you may sell your registration to someone else.
Join us at the Meadowlands Expo Center for an exciting, educational, and competitive event celebrating the art of barbering. Witness top barbers showcase their skills and compete for prestigious titles and cash prizes. Don’t miss out on the Hair Education Beauty Summit!
Think you got what it takes to compete?Complete the form Below
Barber Competition Form
Q & A
The entry fee includes all-day access for the competitor and one model to the Hair Education Beauty Summit on the day of the competition. Each entry fee covers one model.
Absolutely! Competitors may compete in multiple competitions.
Please note all models need to sign a model release form, which can be filled out at the event.
We have a strict no-refund policy, without exception. If you are unable to attend the event, you may take responsibility for selling your registration to another person.
We have cash prizes and trophies for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners. Our barbers can win up to $20,000 in cash prizes.
