Register - Rising Stars HBC

Step 1

Plan Your Entry

The two categories in each block compete at the same time, so you can pick one per block — up to three total. Choose what you’re entering to see your entry fee and what to bring. Compare the categories →

Block 1 11:45 AM

Men’s Street Cut45 min · male mannequin Bridal Style45 min · female mannequin Not entering Block 1

Block 2 1:10 PM

Fashion Cut & Style40 min · female mannequin Texture Styling40 min · textured mannequin Not entering Block 2

Block 3 2:30 PM

Fashion Nails60 min · model or practice hands Editorial Makeup60 min · live model Not entering Block 3

Your Entry Fee

Pick at least one category.

$75 for your first category, $50 for each additional category. Paid to America’s Beauty Show at registration. Show admission is separate.

What You’ll Need

Your list appears here once you pick a category.

Step 2

Before You Register

Run through this list so nothing trips you up on the ABS form or on competition day.

I’m eligibleI’m currently enrolled in a licensed cosmetology, nail, or barbering program — or I graduated on or after April 3, 2026. I have my details readySchool name, graduation date (expected or actual), and license number if I’m licensed. ABS will ask for these. I’ll get my show ticketShow admission for Saturday, April 3 is bought separately. Student tickets are three-day passes, so they also cover Sunday’s awards. I’ve read the rules for my categoriesPrep, length, color, and ornament rules differ by category. Read the rules → My model is sorted, if I need oneLive models must be 16 or older — no exceptions — and stay about three hours through competition, judging, and the parade.

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Step 3

Registration Opens October 13

Registration goes live with the new America’s Beauty Show website. Spots are first come, first served — get on the list and we’ll email you the moment it opens.

Notify Me Read the Rules

Step 3

Ready? Let’s Go.

You’ll complete your entry on the official America’s Beauty Show registration form. Categories close as soon as they’re full — registering before the March 15, 2027 deadline doesn’t hold a spot in a full category.

ABS link coming soon

Entry fees, confirmations, and refunds are handled by America’s Beauty Show. Questions about the competition? Email contactus@risingstarshbc.com.

Register to Compete

Plan Your Entry

Before You Register

Registration Opens October 13

Ready? Let’s Go.