Beard Growing Contest

Do you have the best beard on campus?

The Beard Growing Contest was first held in 1949 and is the oldest continual event of Mountaineer Week. Contestants shave their faces clean 5 weeks before the contest judging. Judges rate each beard on length, thickness, grooming and overall appearance.

^{2024 Mountaineer Week Beard Growing Contest Winners
Left to right: Jacob Hogan 3rd Place, Eli Collavo 2nd Place, Thomas Hughart 1st Place}

2025 Shaving: Monday, Sept. 29

Mountainlair Food Court | noon to 3pm
Pre-register for your 30-minute time slot at this link beginning Aug. 18.
Walk-ups are welcome.

2025 Judging: Monday, Nov. 3

Mountainlair Food Court | noon

All participants must attend the judging Nov. 3, at noon in the Mountainlair Food Court.