Compete
New Gen
Young guns and rising stars take the stage! Barbers under 21 or just starting out have 30-minutes to create a full look. Who will rise as the next big talent?
Freestyle
Let creativity run wild! Competitors have 40-minutes to craft a fashion-forward, cutting-edge look that will wow the judges and audience alike
Fast Fade
Precision meets speed! Competitors have 20-minutes to create a flawless fade and to style the top – every second counts in this high stakes challenge
Buy a Competition Entry Package to enter
Add $40 to join a second or third competition category
Limited to 20 entrants per category
Bring your own model
Meet the 2026 Judges
BRISBANE
MELBOURNE
PERTH
Competition Rules
Freestyle
Timing
Setup Time: 10 minutes
Competitors will be given 15 minutes prior to the start to set up their station,
prepare tools, and discuss the look with their model.
No cutting, fading, or shaping during setup.
Cutting Time: 40 minutes
Once the MC gives the signal, you’ll have 40 minutes to complete your full Freestyle look.
An Announcement will be made with 5 Minutes to go.
The timer will stop at 40 minutes no extra time will be allowed!
Model Requirements:
- Each competitor must bring their own live model. No mannequins allowed.
- Models will be required to attend the event at a designated time. Information will be provided to competitors.
- The model’s hair must show a noticeable transformation from start to finish.
- Hair can be pre-washed, but no pre-cutting, fading, or outlining before the start signal.
- All Barbers and Models will have the chance to have their work professionally photographed.
Allowed Tools & Products
- Clippers, trimmers, scissors, razors, and styling tools are permitted.
- Styling products such as sprays, gels, pomades, powders, and finishing sprays will be provided for Styling.
- Competitors must bring all their own tools, cords, and any adapters required.
Prizes & Recognition
- 1st Place: Premium Prize Pack
- 2nd Place: Tool Prize
- 3rd Place: Styling Product Prize
All winners will also receive social media recognition with sponsors.
New Gen
Timing
Setup Time: 10 minutes
Competitors will be given 15 minutes prior to the start to set up their station,
prepare tools, and discuss the look with their model.
No cutting, fading, or shaping during setup.
Cutting Time: 30 minutes
Once the MC gives the signal, you’ll have 30 minutes to complete your New Gen look.
An Announcement will be made with 5 Minutes to go.
The timer will stop at 30 minutes no extra time will be allowed!
Model Requirements:
- Each competitor must bring their own live model. No mannequins allowed.
- Models will be required to attend the event at a designated time. Information will be provided to competitors.
- The model’s hair must show a noticeable transformation from start to finish.
- Hair can be pre-washed, but no pre-cutting, fading, or outlining before the start signal.
- All Barbers and Models will have the chance to have their work professionally photographed.
Allowed Tools & Products
- Clippers, trimmers, scissors, razors, and styling tools are permitted.
- Styling products such as sprays, gels, pomades, powders, and finishing sprays will be provided for Styling.
- Competitors must bring all their own tools, cords, and any adapters required.
Prizes & Recognition
- 1st Place: Premium Prize Pack
- 2nd Place: Tool Prize
- 3rd Place: Styling Product Prize
All winners will also receive social media recognition with sponsors
Fast Fade
Timing
Setup Time: 10 minutes
Competitors will be given 15 minutes prior to the start to set up their station,
prepare tools, and discuss the look with their model.
No cutting, fading, or shaping during setup.
Cutting Time: 20 minutes
Once the MC gives the signal, you’ll have 20 minutes to complete your Fast Fade look.
An Announcement will be made with 5 Minutes to go.
The timer will stop at 20 minutes no extra time will be allowed!
Model Requirements:
- Each competitor must bring their own live model. No mannequins allowed.
- Models will be required to attend the event at a designated time. Information will be provided to competitors.
- The model’s hair must show a noticeable transformation from start to finish.
- Hair can be pre-washed, but no pre-cutting, fading, or outlining before the start signal.
- All Barbers and Models will have the chance to have their work professionally photographed.
Allowed Tools & Products
- Clippers, trimmers, scissors, razors, and styling tools are permitted.
- Styling products such as sprays, gels, pomades, powders, and finishing sprays will be provided for Styling.
- Competitors must bring all their own tools, cords, and any adapters required.
Prizes & Recognition
- 1st Place: Premium Prize Pack
- 2nd Place: Tool Prize
- 3rd Place: Styling Product Prize
All winners will also receive social media recognition with sponsors
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get copies of my work sent to me?
All photographs taken of your model will be sent to your email provided at time of entry.
The Big Barber Bash (TBBB) has the right to use any or all of the photos as part of their promotions
Do I have to buy a General Admission ticket for my model?
Model Tickets are included in the competition entry fees.
Models will be required to attend the event at a designated time. Information will be provided to competitors.
What if I enter and then can't attend?
Please see our ticketing Conditions of Entry