13 - 15 June 2026
O2 Manchester

Trevor Sorbie Show | HairCon

Invite Only Saturday Night

Get ready for an unforgettable evening at the HairCon Opening Night

Trevor Sorbie | Main Stage | HairCon

Trevor Sorbie: Celebrating a Creative Legacy

HairCon will open its 2026 show at the iconic O2 Victoria Warehouse with Trevor Sorbie: Celebrating a Creative Legacy
– a special moment honouring one of the most influential figures the hair industry has ever known. HairCon’s VIP Opening Night will present a show celebrating Trevor Sorbie’s extraordinary impact on hairdressing – his creativity, his generosity, and the generations of talent he inspired throughout his career.

Nick Irwin | Talent | HairCon2026

Schwarzkopf Professional & Nick Irwin

Deep Culture led by Nick Irwin. A window into the deep understanding of cultural relevance through historical hair referencing & contemporary sub cultures via fashion & music.

Noogie Thai | Talent | HairCon

Paul Mitchell

Ignite your creative spark and join us in a new, colourful future. Since 1980, hairdressers have been the heart of everything we do – your passion, your skill, your story. A family-owned brand born to serve the craft, brought to life on stage with Noogie Thai, Severine Papin, Maria Mueller and Vicky Panting. Come see us in colour.

Akin Konizi | Talent | HairCon

Wella Professionals with HOB Academy

Discover the next chapter of professional colour as HOB Academy premieres Wella Professionals’ newest innovation, showcased through a collection of exclusive HOB looks. Expect refined artistry, modern technique and inspirational craftsmanship.

Charlie Le Mindu | Talent | HairCon

Hairdreams x Charlie Le Mindu

The Charlie Le Mindu Red Capsule Collection blends couture, costume design, and experimental materials, with human hair applied to fabrics through embroidery, braiding, and weaving. The human hair used in the collection is provided by Hairdreams. Inspired his personal struggles and the strong women that he surrounds himself with, the collection celebrates red as a symbol of blood, resilience, beauty, and transformation through bold, unconventional fashion.

Menspire | Show | HairCon

MENSPIRE led by Josh Lamonaca, Powered by Fresha

In a world conditioned by expectation… DECODE is not just a men’s hair show – it is an awakening disguised as style..
Through a powerful variety of looks – architectural precision to raw texture and movement DECODE breaks down the matrix of who we were told to be.