Competitions
Unleash Your Creativity
Premiere Anaheim isn’t just a show—it’s your stage. Compete in Nailympia, the Barber Battle, or the Student Barber Battle, and let your artistry, skill, and creativity take center stage.
This is your moment to shine in front of industry leaders and fellow pros.
Stay tuned for 2027 competitions.
Why Compete?
STAND OUT
Demonstrate your unique artistry to industry leaders and fellow stylists
BUILD CONNECTIONS
Forge valuable relationships that can elevate your career
ENHANCE YOUR SKILLS
Improve your skillset by working on live models in a fast-paced setting.
2026 Professional Competitions
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SPONSORED BY
Congratulations to first place winner
David Esparza - Salazar.
Nailympia
Get ready to take your creativity and technique to the next level!
This year’s competition lineup features 8 turn-in categories and 5 live, on-site battles, giving you the chance to showcase your skills and make your mark on the industry stage.
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PRESENTED BY
Learn more at nailympia.com/anaheim
Multiple Ways to Compete
Whether you thrive under the spotlight of live competition or prefer the precision and control of working from your own space, there are multiple ways to showcase your artistry.
GEXTREME POSTER
MANICURE POSTER
PEDICURE POSTER
AI NAIL VISION STYLING POSTER
FLAT ART
RUNWAY NAILS
REALITY NAILS
TO STILETTO & BEYOND
GEL POLISH NAILS
ACRYLIC COMPETITION-STYLE NAILS
GEL COMPETITION STYLE NAILS
THE JOY OF NAILS
SALON NAILS
STILETTO N
Nailympia Premiere Cup
The Nailympia Premiere Cup represents excellence at the highest level of the nail industry. This is more than a trophy — it’s a title that elevates your industry persona, strengthens your credibility, and places your artistry on a national stage.
To be eligible for the Nailympia Premiere Cup, contestants must:
Compete at two of the three Premiere Shows in the USA:
Anaheim, Orlando, and San AntonioEnter four or more qualifying competitions
Have scores calculated from the following categories:
P&W Competition Nails in L&P Acrylic
Joy of Nails
Salon Nails
Flat Art
Reality Nails
The Nailympia Premiere Cup winner is determined by cumulative scores across these divisions.
This is your opportunity to compete across the USA and define your industry persona through excellence, discipline, skill, talent, and self-belief. Winning the Premiere Cup:
Opens doors to new opportunities and collaborations
Builds trust with clients, brands, and industry professionals
Strengthens your authority as a top-tier nail competitor
Positions you within Nailympia and Premiere history
Earn your place. Claim your space. Become part of nail industry history.
Nailympia News
Get the latest from Nailympia Competitions—top winners, standout moments, and key takeaways from Nailympia and Premiere Shows. Read more to see who came out on top.
Nailympia Anaheim 2026: The Results Read More »
Student Competitions
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Congratulations to first place winner
Jeremiah Ventura.
How to Add on Competitions
- You’ll need a valid show pass to compete!
- During registration, select the competition(s) you wish to enter.
You can easily search by competition name or day.
- Make sure to submit payment to finalize your competition entry.
You’ll receive a confirmation email for both your show pass and competition sign-up.
Have questions or need assistance?
Contact our Customer Service Team at [email protected] or (800) 335-7469.
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