The Fade Finale – Barber Competition | Nov 22, 2026 · Gary, IN

Rich Off Clippers Presents

The Fade Finale

Barber Competition

📅 Sunday, November 22, 2026  ·  2:00 PM – 7:00 PM

📍 4285 Cleveland Street · Gary, Indiana 46408

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Competition Categories

Seven categories. Cash prizes, trophies, and a barber chair on the line.

Student
Student Showcase
⏱ 30 Minutes
$50
🏆 1st Place Trophy
Student
Student Best Fade
⏱ 45 Minutes
$100
🏆 $250 Payout + Trophy
Student
Student Tag Team
⏱ 1 Hour · 2 Barbers
$150
🏆 $500 Payout + Trophy
Pro
Pro Best Fade
⏱ 45 Minutes
$150
🏆 $500 Payout + Trophy
Pro
Fix the Cut
⏱ 45 Minutes
$150
🏆 $500 Payout + Trophy
Pro
Best of the Best
⏱ 1 Hour
$150
🏆 $500 Payout + Trophy + Barber Chair
Pro
Pro 2 Way Tag Team
⏱ 1 Hour · 2 Barbers
$250
🏆 $1,000 Payout + 2 Trophies + 2 Chairs

⚠️ Must have 10 competitors per category for full payouts

What You Need to Know

Event Details

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Date
Sunday, Nov 22, 2026
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Time
2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
CST · 5 Hours of Competition
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Location
4285 Cleveland Street
Gary, Indiana 46408
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Parking
Free Parking
Available in the Rear
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Info & Vendors
219-200-5451
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Refund Policy
Refunds Available
Up to 7 days before event

About the Event

The Rich Off Clippers Legacy

The Fade Finale is the premier barber competition in Northwest Indiana — an in-person showcase of skill, creativity, and precision. Presented by Rich Off Clippers, this event brings together the region’s top barbers and cosmetology students for a day of professional networking and championship-level competition.

Whether you’re a student just beginning your journey or a seasoned professional ready to prove your craft, The Fade Finale has a category for you. Compete for cash prizes up to $1,000, championship trophies, and coveted barber chairs — all in front of a live audience.

Proudly hosted in Gary, Indiana, this is more than a competition — it’s a celebration of the barbering arts and a platform for the next generation of talent.

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