Global Nail Design Awards 2026
Awards · Beauty · Exhibition · Festival / Trade Fair · Nails
About Global Nail Design Awards 2026
Australia's premier nail competition and expo featuring live timed competitions, awards gala and industry expo. Running since 2010.
The Global Nail Design Awards (GNDA) is Australia's premier nail industry competition and expo, bringing together nail technicians, students, salon owners, educators, brands, and enthusiasts from across Australia and internationally. It features live timed nail competitions, hand-in (pre-prepared) categories, an Awards Gala ceremony, and a Nail Expo with industry exhibitors and networking. Categories span acrylic, gel, nail art (flat, 3D, and fantasy), and poster nail art, with competitors earning points toward an Overall Champion title. The event draws international competitors from Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, Germany, Finland, and New Zealand.
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- DateWed 29 Jul 2026
- Time11:43
- TypeAwards, Beauty, Exhibition, Festival / Trade Fair, Nails
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