IFBB Professional League Houston Pro & NPC Lone Star Championship
One day, two sessions · Houston Sunrise & Space City Lights
Claim Your Spot On The Lone Star Stage
Athlete registration for the 2026 NPC Lone Star Championship is open. Every division and class, from Teenage and True Novice to Open and Masters, on an Olympia Qualifier stage.
Men's Divisions
All Classes Offered
- Bodybuilding
- Classic Physique
- Men's Physique
- Teenage, Junior, Novice, Open & Masters classes
Register to Compete
NPC Lone Star Championship
- Saturday, August 29, 2026
- George R. Brown Convention Center, Houston
- Current NPC membership required
- Online registration via Muscleware
Women's Divisions
All Classes Offered
- Bodybuilding & Physique
- Figure & Fitness
- Wellness & Bikini
- Fit Model
- Teenage, Junior, Novice, Open & Masters classes
IFBB Pro Athletes
2026 Houston Pro
There is no separate registration link for IFBB Pros. Pros register by logging in to the IFBB Pro League membership system and submitting a contest contract for the 2026 Houston Pro. First time? See the contest contract guide.
Entry fees are non-refundable. Classic Physique competitors are subject to current NPC height & weight requirements. No one under 18 may compete; competitors 18 and 19 must show proof of age.
One Day. Two Sessions.
The official running order for the IFBB Pro League Houston Pro and NPC Lone Star Championship.
1.IFBB Pro Masters
Judging & Award Presentation
- Classic Physique Masters
- Men's Physique Masters
- Figure Masters
- Wellness Masters
- Bikini Masters
2.IFBB Pro League Open
Pre-Judging
- Classic Physique
- Men's Physique
- Figure
- Wellness
- Bikini
3.NPC Divisions
Judging & Award Presentation
- Men's Physique
- Classic Physique
- Men Bodybuilding
- Women Bodybuilding
- Women Physique
1.IFBB Pro League Open
Award Presentation
- Classic Physique
- Men's Physique
- Figure
- Wellness
- Bikini
2.NPC Divisions
Judging & Award Presentation
- Fit Model
- Bikini
- Wellness
- Figure
Times are approximate. Please be on site and ready ahead of your scheduled time. Awards are presented immediately after every category for IFBB Pro Masters and NPC. Schedule is subject to change, stay tuned to official announcements throughout the event.
Athlete Meetings & Check-In
Friday, August 28, 2026 at the George R. Brown Convention Center, Houston. Attendance is mandatory for all competing athletes.
IFBB Pro Athletes
- Mandatory athlete meeting and check-in for all IFBB Pro competitors
- Please arrive 10 to 15 minutes before the meeting starts
- Check-in order: 1. Classic Physique, 2. Men's Physique, 3. Figure, 4. Wellness, 5. Bikini (Masters first, then Open in each division)
- During check-in: verify your athlete information, receive your competitor number, and review the event schedule and backstage procedures
Important updates, schedule changes, and athlete instructions will be communicated during this meeting.
NPC Athletes: All Divisions
- Mandatory athlete meeting for all NPC athletes in all divisions; important information affecting your competition will be shared
- Check-ins begin immediately after the meeting and are a rolling process, so you may check in anytime following it
- Bring a valid NPC membership card or photo ID
- During check-in: verify your athlete information, receive your competitor number, and review the event schedule and backstage procedures
Posing music deadline: all posing music must be submitted through the official registration process before check-in. No music changes will be accepted onsite.
Backstage passes will be available at the ticket table during check-ins. Only credentialed athletes, coaches, and authorized personnel are permitted backstage. Show day is Saturday, August 29, 2026 at the George R. Brown Convention Center.
Choose Your Experience
Attend a single session or the full day. VIP seating and reserved 6-seat VIP tables are available for both sessions.
Houston Sunrise
Morning Prejudging
- General Admission$50
- VIP Seating$80
- VIP Table (seats 6)$450
All Day Pass
Both Sessions
- General Admission$95
- VIP Seating$160
- Child (GA, both sessions)$25
Kids 5 & under free (GA areas)
Space City Lights
Evening Finals
- General Admission$65
- VIP Seating$100
- VIP Table (seats 6)$550
Prices exclude 6.25% sales tax & service fees. All sales are non-refundable and non-transferable. Online tickets are picked up at the venue with photo ID. Backstage passes are cash only at the venue and require a valid IFBB Pro or NPC card.
Stay, Tan & Glam
Book inside the official host-hotel room blocks and lock in the event's official tanning, glam and media teams.
Homewood Suites
Hilton Houston Downtown Convention Center. King Studio Suite from $229/night.
Book Room Block → Host HotelHampton Inn
Houston Downtown Convention Center. King or 2-Queen with fridge from $219/night.
Book Room Block → Hair & MakeupMane Secrets
Official competition hair and makeup team. Book your stage-ready glam.
Book Glam → TanningPro Tan
Official event tanning. Reserve your competition spray tan in advance.
Book Tan →Battle Up Media
Pre-order your stage photos and video. Packages start at $100. Several are pre-sale only and cannot be bought at check-in, including the show day mini photoshoots and the all media package. Choose the page for your federation.
Texas State Championship Weekend
Two shows, one stage at the Embassy Suites Conference Center in San Marcos, TX. The Ben Weider Naturals Pro/Am and the NPC National Qualifier, both on Saturday, November 7, 2026.
Texas State Naturals
Ben Weider Naturals Pro/Am Qualifier · Drug-Tested Event
Athlete Registration
Texas State Championship
NPC National Qualifier with Hero's Classes
Athlete RegistrationReserve your room at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Conference Center in San Marcos at the special event rate.
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Reach the Community
Connect with competitors, coaches, and fans who live and breathe the sport, all day at the show and across our social channels.
Premium Brand Exposure
Stage signage, LED video screens, event programs, and live announcements keep your brand front and center.
Season-Long Presence
From the Houston Pro to the Texas State weekend, sponsor a single show or partner with us across the season.
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