Gala night · Grand Finale · 2027

BARBER of the YEAR

One night a year. One stage. An unforgettable experience.

When & where February 2027 · Zoner Bobyhall, Brno

Exact date to be announced soon

01 — The gala

A gala of European calibre.

Barber of the Year is the culmination of the Barber Battle CZ/SK and SK/CZ Barber Battle contests. Only the very best from the Czech Republic and Slovakia make it to the stage – and who leaves with the title is decided in the hall.

But this night is not just for barbers. Bring your partner, family and friends – the people who cheer for you all year should be there when your name is called. And if you are not in the trade, you will enjoy it just as much.

  • Laser show
  • Modern dance
  • Live music
  • Hair show
  • Burlesque
  • Afterparty
  • …and a few things we are keeping to ourselves.
Barber of the Year finalist with a styled haircut on a black background
Lights above the gala stage
Portrait of a Barber of the Year finalist

Barber of the Year 2025 · photo ZETAK

02 — Categories

Six categories.
One title.

Click a category to see the nominees.

Nominees

Scissor cut / Classic men's cut

Nominees will be announced once nominations close. Follow this website and our Instagram.

Nominees

Freestyle / Hair tattoo

Nominees will be announced once nominations close. Follow this website and our Instagram.

Nominees

Creative beard

Nominees will be announced once nominations close. Follow this website and our Instagram.

Nominees

Barber girl

Nominees will be announced once nominations close. Follow this website and our Instagram.

Nominees

Fast fade

Nominees will be announced once nominations close. Follow this website and our Instagram.

Nominees

Student

Nominees will be announced once nominations close. Follow this website and our Instagram.

03 — Programme

From the first toast to the afterparty

Indicative programme based on the 2026 edition. Times for 2027 will be confirmed.

  1. 17:00Doors open
  2. 18:00Opening ceremony
  3. 18:50Burlesque show
  4. 19:10Finalists announced
  5. 19:40Grand Finale
  6. 20:50Hair show
  7. 21:20Vertigo light show
  8. 21:35Barber of the Year announced
  9. 22:00Afterparty Maison

04 — Tickets

Your seat in the hall

Every ticket is for a specific seat at a table or in a booth. Choose yours on the interactive seating plan.

Festively set tables in the hall

Classic

Price TBA
  • A seat at a table or in a booth of your choice
  • The full gala programme and afterparty
  • E-ticket with a QR code by e-mail
Choose a seat on the map
Wine glasses on a dark background Coming soon

Premium

Price TBA
  • A seat at a selected Premium table
  • Wine and tapas served to the table
  • The full gala programme and afterparty
On sale soon

Prices are final and in Czech crowns (CZK); we are not VAT registered. Pay by card, Apple Pay or Google Pay.

05 — Plan your evening

Zoner Bobyhall Brno

Sportovní 559/2A, 602 00 Brno

Everything practical in one place – so on the night you can focus on the experience.

  • Public transport

    The nearest public transport stop is Sportovní, a few minutes’ walk from Zoner Bobyhall.

  • By car & parking

    You can park around Hotel Boby. Enter Sportovní 559/2A, Brno into your navigation.

  • Where to stay

    Hotel Cosmopolitan Bobycentrum is right in the Bobycentrum complex – after the afterparty, bed is just a few steps away.

  • Doors open

    Entry from 17:00. Just show your ticket on your phone or printed – each QR code is valid only once.

  • Dress code

    Creative formal casual – men in a suit and dress trousers, women in a sheath dress, both with creative touches.

  • Entry rules

    There is no age limit, but alcohol is served only to guests aged 18 and over. Please follow the instructions of the event staff.

06 — FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Can’t find an answer? Write to us at info@barberoftheyear.cz.

What can I look forward to at the gala?

The contest, the Barber of the Year announcement and a full evening show – a laser show, dance, live music, a hairshow and a few surprises we will not reveal in advance. The night ends with an afterparty.

How do I get my tickets?

Right after payment you receive them by e-mail as a PDF, and they are also available online via the link in the e-mail. Just show the QR code at the entrance on your phone or printed.

Can I choose a specific seat?

Yes. Every ticket is for a specific seat at a table or in a booth, which you choose on the interactive seating plan.

What does a Premium ticket include?

A seat at a selected Premium table plus wine and tapas served to the table. The full gala programme and afterparty are included, of course.

Can I transfer my ticket to someone else?

Yes, free of charge. Pass it on yourself on the My ticket page – the link is in your ticket e-mail. The new holder receives the ticket by e-mail and the original QR code stops working. Alternatively, write to us at info@barberoftheyear.cz.

Can I get a refund?

Tickets cannot be cancelled. The only exceptions are serious circumstances such as a death in the family – in that case, write to us at info@barberoftheyear.cz and we will consider each request individually. If the event is cancelled, we refund the full ticket price.

Who competes, and can the public attend?

Only barbers nominated through Barber Battle CZ/SK and SK/CZ Barber Battle compete. The gala night is open to everyone – barbers, their families, friends and fans.

What is the dress code?

Creative formal casual. Men: a suit and dress trousers; women: a sheath dress – both with creative touches.

Is there an age limit?

No, there is no age limit. Alcoholic drinks are served only to guests aged 18 and over.

Where can I park?

Parking is available around Hotel Boby, next to Zoner Bobyhall (Sportovní 559/2A, Brno).

How can I pay?

Online by card, Apple Pay or Google Pay via the secure Stripe gateway. Prices are final and in Czech crowns (CZK); we are not VAT registered.

07 — Partners

Thank you to our partners

Want to be part of it as a partner?

If you would like to be part of the Barber of the Year gala as a partner, get in touch – we will be happy to discuss the options with you.