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A VIP Experience Ticket includes all-day access starting with morning skill sessions, priority seating, and entry to five Barber Bowl competitions, showcases, vendor exhibits, and giveaways during the afternoon main event. VIPs also get a meet & greet with top barber influencers (morning or afternoon, depending on your ticket). The VIP ticket is $125, with an optional swag bag add-on for $25 at checkout (while supplies last).

Yes, you can compete in multiple competitions, but you'll need to purchase a separate competitor ticket for each. Each competition ticket includes 2 General Admission tickets for you and your model to attend the Afternoon Session only (doors open at 2:15 PM). If you'd like to attend the Skills Sessions or upgrade to the VIP Experience, you can add it on at checkout at a discounted rate.

No, the swag bag add-on option is only available to VIP Experience ticket purchasers.

The morning session of the 2025 Barber Plug Experience focuses on skill development, featuring educational sessions led by top barbers and industry professionals. Doors open at 9:00 AM. For VIP Experience ticket holders, a meet and greet with top barber influencers will take place following the morning session, providing an opportunity for one-on-one interaction and networking.

The afternoon session of the 2025 Barber Plug Experience features the main event, including five exciting Barber Bowl competitions, showcases from top industry professionals, vendor exhibits, and giveaways. Doors open at 2:15 PM. During this time, VIP Experience ticket holders will also have access to an exclusive meet and greet with top barber influencers.