EXCITING NEWS:
THE AHFA WEEKEND IS MOVING TO APRIL WHERE IT BELONGS!
We’re thrilled to announce a major (and much-requested!) update to the AHFA WEEKEND – home to the Australian Hair Fashion Awards (AHFA) and MANE STAGE.
The AHFA WEEKEND is moving to April 2026 – and it’s here to stay early each year going forward!
Your New Key 2025/2026 Dates:
- AHFA Entries Opened: March 2025
- Product Entries Close: 17 September 2025
- Creative/Business Entries Close: 10 November 2025
- Finalists Announced: February 2026
- AHFA Gala Night: Sunday 19 April 2026
- MANE STAGE: Monday 20 April 2026
WHY THE CHANGE?
You spoke; we listened.
*AHFAs Pre-COVID were always held in the first half of the year – and now we’re taking this iconic event back to its rightful place.
This change gives you:
- More time to prepare your entries
- More time to celebrate if you’re a Finalist or Winner
- More time to shine utilising the opportunity this global platform presents
Plus, our expert judges will now have even more time to review every submission, ensuring the highest standard of recognition.
*MANE STAGE continues to evolve as the must-attend education and brand immersion event of the year.
By joining the AHFAs in April, we’re giving the industry a powerful way to kick off the year – energised, inspired, and ready to innovate.
And there’s more: MANE STAGE is levelling up in 2026 with a new venue and a bigger, bolder experience. Stay tuned!
THANK YOU FOR BEING PART OF THIS JOURNEY
At MDivision, we’re incredibly grateful for your support – from Australia, New Zealand, and across the globe.
These changes are for you – to elevate your work, your brands, and your community.
Get ready for the biggest and best AHFA WEEKEND yet, delivering the industry’s premier Awards Program and world-class education and brand experiences, with you at its heart.
For more information, visit australianhairfashionawards.com