NAHA – North American Hairstyling Awards 2027

Name: NAHA – North American Hairstyling Awards 2027
Start: 2026-07-28T19:11:13+01:00

Awards · Beauty · Hair

Tue 28 Jul 2026 · 19:11

United States

Networking opportunity

37+ Years North America's Most Coveted Beauty Award

16 Award Categories

Formal Gala Held Alongside Premiere Orlando

About NAHA – North American Hairstyling Awards 2027

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NAHA is North America's most prestigious professional beauty awards competition, run by the Professional Beauty Association since 1989, honouring excellence across hair, makeup and artistry in 16 categories.

About this event

The North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA) is widely regarded as the most coveted professional beauty awards competition in North America, often referred to as the Oscars of the hairstyling industry. Established in 1989 and now in its 37th year, the awards honour excellence across hair, makeup, education and team-based artistry.

Organised by the Professional Beauty Association (PBA), NAHA recognises outstanding work through portfolio-based entries across 16 categories, including the prestigious Hairstylist of the Year and Avant Garde awards. Entries are judged by leading industry professionals who evaluate creativity, technical skill and artistic vision.

The awards ceremony is held alongside Premiere Orlando, the largest beauty trade event in the Americas, featuring a formal evening gala that brings together the industry's most talented professionals. NAHA winners receive national and international recognition, establishing themselves among the elite of the professional beauty community.

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DateTue 28 Jul 2026
Time19:11
TypeAwards, Beauty, Hair

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Professional Beauty Association (PBA)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is NAHA?

NAHA (North American Hairstyling Awards) is the most prestigious professional beauty awards competition in North America, often called the Oscars of the hairstyling industry. It has been running since 1989 and is organised by the Professional Beauty Association.

How many categories does NAHA have?

NAHA features 16 award categories including Hairstylist of the Year, Avant Garde, Colour, Editorial, Texture, Makeup, Team of the Year and more. Entries are portfolio-based and judged by leading industry professionals.

Where is the NAHA ceremony held?

The NAHA ceremony is held alongside Premiere Orlando, the largest beauty trade event in the Americas. The formal evening gala takes place in Orlando, Florida, USA.

Who can enter NAHA?

NAHA is open to licensed beauty professionals in North America. Entries are portfolio-based, with contestants submitting their best work across the relevant categories for expert judging.

Who organises NAHA?

NAHA is organised by the Professional Beauty Association (PBA), the largest and most inclusive trade organisation for the professional beauty industry in North America.