2026 North Carolina State Massage Championship (NCSMC)

Dates: April 20–23, 2026
Location: James W. Warren Citizens Center
Lincolnton, North Carolina 28092

The North Carolina State Massage Championship (NCSMC) is a multi-day professional massage competition designed to celebrate skill, creativity, education, and community within the massage therapy profession. Massage therapists from across the state and beyond come together to compete, learn, and connect in a supportive, high-energy environment.

Event Overview

The NCSMC provides competitors with the opportunity to demonstrate their techniques in a structured competition setting while receiving valuable feedback from experienced judges. Beyond competition, the event focuses on continuing education, professional growth, networking, and community building.

Whether you are a seasoned competitor or new to massage competitions, the NCSMC offers an inspiring experience for therapists at all stages of their careers.

Event Schedule

Monday, April 20, 2026
• Event set-up and vendor set-up
• Continuing Education (CE) class – details pending
• Meet & Greet (location to be announced)

Tuesday, April 21, 2026
• Day 1 of Competition

Wednesday, April 22, 2026
• Day 2 of Competition
• Awards Ceremony

Thursday, April 23, 2026
• Event breakdown and load-out