Jesús María hosts barber duel with cash and product prizes
The competition in Mexico will feature four categories, including fast fades and Day of the Dead themed cuts, with awards for the top three finishers.
In the Mexican city of Jesús María, the professional barbershop market will take center stage this Sunday, October 25. The event is part of the De Chicahual a Calavera 2026 Cultural Festival and aims to bring professionals together for a competitive duel that goes beyond aesthetics, focusing also on the technique and creativity of the cuts.
The competition will be held at the Cielo Claro Sports Unit, with activities scheduled from 9 AM to 7 PM. The initiative directly appeals to those working in the sector by offering a showcase for different levels of experience, allowing anyone from beginners to experts to display their skills in a formal and judged environment.
Participants can compete in four specific modalities. The New Barber category is aimed at barbers with up to one year of experience. Meanwhile, Taper con Diseño focuses on fades with creative proposals, while Fast Fade evaluates the speed and precision in executing cuts. Finally, Corte Creativo Día de Muertos challenges professionals to create designs inspired by the traditional Mexican celebration.
Registration fees range from 350 to 480 pesos, depending on the chosen category. According to the official call for entries, there will be cash and product prizes for the top three finishers in each modality, with values that can reach 4,000 pesos.
To register or obtain more information, interested parties must contact the Instancia de la Juventud de Jesús María at 449 581 32 47. The event reinforces the importance of local competitions for the technical development and visibility of professionals in the region.
BarberRicci newsroom, with information from Yahoo.