LOCnificent Fest 2025 - Hair Show/Demo/Styling Form

LOCnificent Fest 7.0

2025 Locs & Natural Hair Show | Live Hair/Barber Demonstration | Live Hair Styling/Barber Registration Form
Welcome to LOCnificent Fest 7.0!

Are you a loctician, natual hair care professional, or barber and want to showcase your creative talent? This is more than just vendor market and natural hair hair showcase—it’s a celebration of culture, community, and creativity. Our 100% indoor venue offers a two-level experience with music, performances, and vibes that center locs, natural hair, and Black excellence.

DATE: Sunday, October 5, 2025

TIME: 3pm – 10pm

LOCATION: Atolye Venue & Bar, 236B 6th St, Brooklyn, NY

Application deadline is Friday, September 12, 2025!

Applicants will be contacted no later than Monday, September 15th to let them know if they have been selected.

Application fees range from at $100 - $200 and are due upon application approval and no later than Friday, September 19th. Fees are inclusive of all hair show participants including models, locticians, barbers, and assistants. Guests of participants must purchase a ticket to the event.
1. $100 - Locs and natural hair show only (2-5 models; each additional model is $20; 6 model maximum)
2. $100 - Live hair styling demonstration only (4 model minimum)
3. $100 - Hair styling station for attendees. This service should be free or be a nominal fee for the attendees ($15 fee maximum)
4. $200 - Hair show + plus one 6 foot vendor table space.
*NOTE: There is a $50 discount when you sell five (5) general admission or two (2) VIP LOCnificent Fest 7.0 tickets by Wednesday, September 17th.

LOGISTICS:
- Vendor set-up will be at 1PM
- Hair show is at 5:30PM (subject to change).
- All hair show participants, including locticians, natural hair care professionals, and models, must be on site by 1:30PM SHARP for a walk through, no exceptions.
- If you are a hair show participant, your hair model styles must be ready by the start of the event at 3pm, to ensure a timely hair showcase (no exceptions).
- If your models are not ready to walk in the hairshow at your designated time, you will forfeit your spot in the showcase.
- Only stylists and barbers participating in demo or live styling show style models during the event.
- The venue is at an indoor, ground and mezzanine floor venue. It is recommended that you prep your station with lighting that does not require electricity. Lights might be dimmed the last 2-3 hours of the event.
- If vending, you are responsible for their own display and setup. Displays should not extend outside of the designated space provided. Example: Racks, displays, banners, etc., cannot extend outside of Vendor Space. Fashion vendors with clothing racks, and other large displays please email us to discuss options.
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To apply, please complete this form in its entirety. For questions about the form, please email locnificentfest@gmail.com
CONTACT INFORMATION
Salon/Barber Shop Name*
Full Name*

First NameLast Name
Salon/Barbershop Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Professional License Number*
Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Website*
Instagram / Facebook / Twitter Handles*
BUSINESS DETAILS
Please describe your hair care experience.
Which type of hair event experience do you have?

Hair ShowHair DemonstrationLive Hair StylingBarber/CutsAll the aboveN/A
PARTICIPATION DETAILS
What hair category will you be participating in?*

$100 - Locs and natural hair show only (2-5 models; each additional model is $20; 6 model maximum).$100 - Live hair styling or cuts demonstration only (4 model minimum). One 3ft table and two (2) chairs will be provided.$100 - Live hair styling or cuts and grooming for attendees. This services should be free or be a nominal fee for the attendees ($15 maximum). One 3ft table and two (2) chairs will be provided.$200 - Locs and natural hair show (2-5 models; additional model is $20); 6 model maximum) + one (1) 6 foot vendor table and two (2) chairs will be provided.
Do you want to opt in for the $50 discount and sell five (5) general admission or two (2) VIP tickets by Wednesday, September 17th? If so, you will be provided an exclusive ticket tracking link.*

Yes; I would like a discount.No; I will pay the full fee.
How many assistants do you plan to have with you? (limit of two (2) assistants)*

One (1)Two (2)None
How many models do you plan to showcase?*

Two (2)Three (3)Four (4)Five (5)Six (6)N/AOther
Would you be interested in using a new model that has expressed interest in participating in LOCnificent?*

YesNoMaybe
If available, please list names, emails and social media contacts for each model. Please have your hair models complete the MODEL APPLICATION form.
This year's hair show theme should align with LOCnificent Fest 7.0's "WE ARE THE BLUEPRINT" theme, highlighting Black resilience, innovation, and creativity. Please identify your theme below.*

Blueprint Origin Story - hair styles that nod to traditional African loc and braid techniques.The Architectural Blueprint - hair styled into geometric, architectural, or “structural” designs (sharp parts, sculptural loc buns, braid patterns).Generations of the Blueprint - hair styles to reflect different eras: 70s Afrocentric natural hair movement, 90s hip hop loc + braid influence, Futuristic/avant-garde natural styles, etc.The "Hairprint" - hair styles + outfits that literally reference blueprints/prints (blue fabric, grid patterns).Other
If you selected "Other," please specify your theme.
What song(s) will you use for the hair show?
🔥 Add-On: THE VIP BLUEPRINT EXPERIENCE

AKA the “Loc’d & Lit” Post-Hair Show Vibes. Turn your showcase into a celebration! Lock in a reserved VIP table with bottle service for you and your crew. Choose from premium spirits, get mixers + a LOCnificent shoutout, and toast to your greatness in style. Limited tables available. Pricing starts at $155 and exclude tax and gratuity.✅ Select your preferred bottle✅ Add your guest names✅ Upgrade for premium picks or sparklers
Would you like to add THE VIP BLUEPRINT EXPERIENCE (The "Loc'd & Lit" Post-Hair Show VIP Bottle Service)? Must be pre-booked.*

Yes; I am Loc'd & LitNo; Keeping it calmMabyeI would like more information
Select your bottle tier

$155 - Blueprint Lite. Includes: Prosecco + Rum Punch$205 – Blueprint Basic Includes: Tito’s, Jack Daniels, or Grey Goose$225 – Blueprint Classic. Includes: Hennessy, Casamigos, Patron, Jameson, 1800 Silver, Veuve Clicquot, Ciroc (Peach or Coconut), Johnny Walker Black, Bombay Sapphire, or Jim Beam$275 - Blueprint Elevated. Includes: Don Julio Blanco, Don Julio Reposado, Moët Chandon, Hennessy VSOP, 1800 Reposado, Johnnie Walker Double Black$300 – Blueprint Luxe. Includes: D’USSÉ VSOP
Which bottle(s) would you like included in your VIP BLUEPRINT EXPERIENCE?
Terms and Conditions:
1. The event will run from 3pm - 10pm.
2. Vendor set up will begin 1pm.
3. Vendor set up must be complete by 2pm.
4. Hair show participants must be on site by 1:30pm for rehersal.
5. All hair show participants, including locticians, natural hair care professionals, and models, must be on site by 1:30PM SHARP for a walk through, no exceptions.
6. If you are a hair show participant, your hair model styles must be ready by the start of the event at 3pm, to ensure a timely hair showcase (no exceptions).
7. If your models are not ready to walk in the hairshow at your designated time, you will forfeit your spot in the showcase.
8. Only stylists and barbers participating in demo or live styling can style models during the event.
9. All fees are due no later than Friday, September 19th.
10. Completion of this application does not guarantee selection. Partipation is based on availablity and space.
11. Payments are NON-REFUNDABLE. CULTURE UNLOC'D LLC dba LOCNIFICENT FEST accepts CERTIFIED/CASHIER’S CHECKS, MONEY ORDERS, CREDIT CARDS, DEBIT CARDS, ZELLE, CASH APP, and PAYPAL.
12. To have your application considered you must agree that 1) You are the legal owner/ authorized representative on behalf of the business information provided above; 2) You understand that my application will be under review and if selected I will receive additional information; 3) You understand that payments made for this market are non-refundable. If the event is postponed, a rain-date will be provided.
13. Participation in this above mentioned event is at your own risk. Participants shall hold harmless Culture Unloc'd LLC/LOCnificent Fest and its agents, officers and volunteers from all liability, judgments, suits, costs and actions, including attorneys’ fees and all costs of litigation of every kind and description brought or rendered against Culture Unloc'd LLC/LOCnificent Fest, as a result of sickness, loss, damage, or injury of persons or property by reason of any act of failure to act by its officers, members or volunteers.
14. Media Coverage: LOCnificent Fest will be recorded and shared on various public platforms. By agreeing to be a vendor, you permit the usage of any images or video footage taken at LOCnificent Fest.
15. Vendors and exhibitors are responsible for bringing all items that are required for their booth, including (but not limited to): signs, extension cords, table coverings, promotional materials, a cash float, pens, tape and other stationary items. Chairs and small tables are available upon request.
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LOCnificent Fest 7.0

CONTACT INFORMATION

BUSINESS DETAILS

PARTICIPATION DETAILS

🔥 Add-On: THE VIP BLUEPRINT EXPERIENCE