2026 Heartland Nail Expo Agenda

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Friday August 7th-Early Check IN for those taking Saturday Classes

IN EXPO AREA Please have your pro beauty license or student documents & photo ID out/ready to show at Registration so the check-in lines move faster.

7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday August 8th Check In and Classes (Start time may vary)

VARIOUS

** Must purchase a Heartland Nail Expo Ticket to attend any Saturday class. No exceptions! **Saturday Classes are an additional charge and will be paid directly to the educator presenting the class.

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Saturday August 8th Networking Round Up in Expo Area

HOST TO BE DETERMINED

*TIME AND LOCATION CHANGE * IN EXPO AREA -Expo Area Networking event -come dressed in your finest western wear and bring business cards, your QR code, or DOT to share with Educators and other Tech's. Lite appetizers and cash bar with Beer, Wine and non alcoholic drinks available.

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Sunday August 9th 

Heartland Nail Expo

Live demonstrations and product showcases, the Heartland Nail Expo has it all. Discover the latest nail art designs, experiment with new nail care products, and gain insights from renowned nail artists.

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

VIP Early Entry

Early entry for the 30 VIP ticket holders. Shop without the big crowd. *Please have your pro beauty license or student documents & photo ID out/ready to show at Registration so the check-in lines move faster.

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

General Admission Entry

General admission Entry. Please have your pro beauty license or student documents & photo ID out/ready to show Registration so the check-in lines move faster.

11:30am GUEST SPEAKER - Check back soon for speaker announcements!" 

1:30PM GUEST SPEAKER- Check back soon for speaker announcements!" 

3:30PM  GUEST SPEAKER- Check back soon for speaker announcements!" 

4:00 TO 5:00PM  COMPLETING JUDGING OF ALL COMPETITIONS 

5:00 TO 6:00PM  Heartland / INJA Nail Art  Competition Awards Ceremony