NAHA 2025 is on! The Professional Beauty Association is excited to announce that entry is open!
NAHA 2025 is now open to receiving entries! The Professional Beauty Association (PBA), whose mission is to advocate and fight for the rights and professionalism of the beauty industry, is excited to make this announcement. As North America’s premier beauty awards ceremony, NAHA 2025 will bring together a dynamic mix of hairstylists, beauty professionals, and industry influencers for a memorable evening of celebration. Attendees will experience a night filled with glamor, inspiration, and an opportunity to witness the incredible creativity and skill of top professionals from across the continent.
“Winning a North American Hairstyling Award is not just an accolade; it’s a testament to the creativity, dedication, and unparalleled skill of our talented industry professionals,” shares Nina Daily, PBA Executive Director. “These awards celebrate the vision that drives our industry forward. It is thrilling to honor those who push the boundaries of beauty and innovation, setting new standards for excellence in our craft.”
More about NAHA 2025
For the second year in a row, NAHA 2025 will take place in conjunction with Premiere Orlando on June 1st at the Orange County Convention Center in the Chapin Theater. “NAHA is more than an awards show; it’s a celebration of the artistry and dedication that define the beauty industry,” shares Leslie Perry, PBA Director of Membership & Education. “We are thrilled to continue to recognize the incredible talent that continues to push the boundaries of hairstyling and makeup and to inspire future generations.”
How you can participate!
Entry is open now through October 22, 2024. New this year, PBA members can enjoy extra time to submit their collections until November 6th. Non-members can easily take advantage of this benefit by visiting probeauty.org and clicking “Become a Member” for membership options.
Key dates for NAHA 2025 are as follows:
- Entry Deadline: October 22, 2024- PBA non-members
- Entry Deadline: November 6, 2024- PBA members
- Finalist Announcement: February 23, 2025- Live at Premiere Anaheim and livestreamed on social
- NAHA 2025 Award Ceremony: June 1, 2025—Orlando
Categories for the 36th Annual North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA) are as follows:
- Avant Garde
- Barber of the Year
- Editorial/Session Stylist of the Year
- Educator of the Year
- Haircolor
- Haircutting
- Hairstylist of the Year
- Inspiring Salon of the Year
- Makeup Artist of the Year
- Master Hairstylist of the Year
- Student Hairstylist of the Year
- Styling & Finishing
- Team of the Year
- Texture
Entrants for all categories must be licensed cosmetologists or barbers, with the exceptions of Student Hairstylist of the Year, Makeup Artist of the Year, Inspiring Salon of the Year and Educator of the Year.
Winning collections for NAHA 2024 can be viewed here.
Information on tickets and hotels will be coming soon.