Harrogate International Centre
30th October - 1st November 2026
Details about the 2026 Convention will be on this page soon.
For 2026 contest entry forms, please click on Contestant Info button above.
We are planning for a full convention experience including contests, shows with international guests, education events and a marketplace.
This event will provide opportunity to reconnect with friends and fellow singers for a HUGE celebration of our 50th anniversary and great barbershop community.
Come back soon for more details of the schedule, other activities taking place and special guests.
What is Convention?
Convention is an annual opportunity for all members, family, and friends to get together. It is essentially a chance for quartets and choruses to compete in a supportive and friendly way and is often a riot of colour and complex choreography.
In addition to competition, Convention also includes a schedule of education sessions led by our own education team, often supported by external educators and our VIP guests. All of this is topped off with a fabulous show, showcasing our new champions and amazing guests.
As if that wasn't enough, each evening sees an opportunity to Afterglow - a traditional end to any barbershopping day when singers and guests meet to chat and sing until the early hours - with old friends and new.
The event is open to all, with the opportunity to drop in for a day or be immersed in both competition and education sessions for a full fun-packed 3 day weekend.
