Pittsburgh to Host the Ultimate Facial Hair Showdown: The 2025 World Beard & Moustache Championships Benefiting UPMC Children’s Hospital
Mad Viking Beard Club Pennsylvania
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PITTSBURGH, PA, May 7, 2025 (PittsburghNewsWire.com) — Mad Viking Beard Club Pennsylvania, in collaboration with the World Beard and Moustache Association, is proud to announce that Pittsburgh will host the 2025 World Beard & Moustache Championships (WBMC) from July 3rd to 5th at Heinz Hall for the Performing Arts in Downtown Pittsburgh.
This prestigious event will bring together the world’s top beard and moustache competitors to showcase their facial hair across 37 categories, including six unique craft categories that highlight creativity and craftsmanship. In addition to the competition, the event will feature vibrant after-parties and live entertainment.
All proceeds from the championships will benefit the UPMC Children’s Hospital Foundation, emphasizing the event’s commitment to charitable giving and community support.
Event Highlights Include:
- Competitions: Participants will compete in 37 categories, showcasing a wide array of beard and moustache styles.
- After-Parties: Each night will feature lively gatherings, allowing attendees to connect and celebrate.
- Live Entertainment: A diverse lineup of live performances to keep the energy high throughout the event.
- Parade of Competitors and Supporters: A spectacular display to kick off the festivities with competitors and their supporters uniting under the country’s flag to parade from a staging area in Mellon Square to Heinz Hall on Thursday morning.
- World-Class Judges: A distinguished panel of judges, including renowned beard and moustache experts, will assess the talent and creativity of competitors. Expect some of the most respected names in the facial hair world lending their expertise.
Pittsburgh, known for its rich cultural heritage and vibrant community, is proud to host this international event. Visitors are encouraged to explore the city’s attractions, dining options, and hospitality while attending.
Ticket Information:
- Competitor Pass: $80 – Includes three-day general admission, competition registration, a commemorative lanyard, and access to all entertainment.
- Spectator Pass: $60 – Includes three-day general admission and access to all entertainment.
- Day Pass: $20 – Includes single-day general admission and access to entertainment.
Tickets are available at wbmc2025.com.
About Mad Viking Beard Club Pennsylvania:
Mad Viking Beard Club Pennsylvania is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing together beard and moustache enthusiasts for fun, fellowship, and charitable causes. The club’s mission is to promote camaraderie while supporting local and national charitable organizations.
About the World Beard and Moustache Association:
The World Beard and Moustache Association brings together facial hair clubs and enthusiasts worldwide, celebrating the art of beard and moustache cultivation through international competitions and events.
For more information and updates, visit the official event website at wbmc2025.com.
