The International Hairdressing Awards 2025 will take center stage during the exclusive Opening Night of HairCon on Saturday, June 21, in Manchester—a city celebrated for its creative spirit and cultural vibrancy.
The stage is set for the International Hairdressing Awards 2025, the excitement is building, and the global hairdressing community is preparing for one of the most anticipated nights of the year.
This glittering evening, hosted at the O2 Victoria Warehouse, kicks off HairCon 2025 with a bold, invite-only celebration of talent, artistry, and innovation. At the heart of the evening is the International Hairdressing Awards ceremony, where this year’s winners will be honored live on stage, joined by an audience of international icons, finalists, and industry leaders. This year’s IHA is expected to be legendary, marking a pinnacle moment within the global professional beauty calendar.
But the awards are just the beginning. The HairCon Opening Night promises a multi-sensory experience designed to welcome guests into the HairCon universe with energy and style. Kicking off at 6:00 pm, the evening will transform into a vibrant hub of creativity and style, uniting the very best in global hairdressing and barbering. This exclusive, invite-only event runs from 18:00 to 23:00—get ready for cutting-edge showcases that push the boundaries of artistry and innovation.
The evening kicks off with Keune x Trevor Sorbie presenting “Rodeo: This Isn’t Our First Time,” a bold and fearless show that blends chaos and control, drawing on rodeo culture to push creative boundaries. Then, a major highlight of the night will be the International Hairdressing Awards 2025, hosted by Mikel Luzea and Sergi Bancells at HairCon’s Opening Night—an unforgettable celebration honouring the world’s most exceptional hairdressing talents.
Josh Lamonaca will present a dynamic performance showcasing the Menspire philosophy, offering a fresh vision for modern men’s hair. James Earnshaw will bring “Surreal Colour” for Wella Professionals, a dreamy, AI-inspired collection exploring the future of hair colour. Closing the creative line-up, Errol Douglas MBE and Innersense Organic Beauty deliver a showcase that blends avant-garde flair with clean, sustainable beauty—highlighting the evolving needs of today’s stylists. Last but not least, DJs will take over to wrap the evening in style, with music, networking, and celebration flowing late into the night.
This opening night is strictly invite-only, offering an exclusive platform for VIPs, finalists, industry press, and global ambassadors to network, celebrate, and experience the cutting edge of professional hairdressing. As the countdown to HairCon 2025 continues, all eyes are on Manchester, where passion, creativity, and global excellence will take center stage!