Saturday 28 November
Weigh in and registration at VB Spaces
- 11:00 to 14:00Weigh in and registration for amateur athletes
- 14:00 to 18:00Break
- 18:00Pro weigh in and meeting. Open to the public.
8th edition. 28 and 29 November 2026, VB Spaces, Alicante, Spain
Win your IFBB Pro Card in Alicante
Bigman Weekend Show is the Pro Qualifier and Pro Show by Emilio Martínez Productions. Ten categories, ten Pro Cards at stake and $25,000 in prize money at the Pro Show.
Register as an athlete
Open to athletes from any country or federation. Current fee: €375 Open and €200 Novice, True Beginners and Masters.
- Pro Cards at the Pro Qualifier
- 10
- in prize money at the Pro Show
- $25,000
- categories at the Pro Qualifier
- 10
- of venue at VB Spaces
- 10.000 m²
Official event of NPC Worldwide and the IFBB Pro League, and a Joe Weider's Mr. Olympia Official Qualifier.
Emotion, rivalry, competition and perseverance on one stage.
Will you miss it?
Two competitions in one weekend
Bigman Weekend Show brings top international athletes to VB Spaces, a 10,000 m² venue with state of the art audiovisual spaces.
Pro Qualifier
Ten categories. The first placed athlete in each one wins an IFBB Pro Card.
Pro Show
Men's Bodybuilding and Women's Bikini compete for $25,000 in prize money.
Video supplied by the organiser. It runs 1 minute 3 seconds, with sound.
$25,000
in prize money at the Pro Show, plus ten Pro Cards at the Pro Qualifier
The Pro Show pays Men's Bodybuilding and Women's Bikini. At the Pro Qualifier, the first placed athlete in each category wins an IFBB Pro Card.
Pro Qualifier categories
Ten categories, one Pro Card for the first placed athlete in each.
- Men's Bodybuilding
- Men's Physique
- Men's Classic Physique
- Women's Figure
- Women's Bikini
- Women's Physique
- Women's Fit Model
- Women's Fitness
- Women's Bodybuilding
- Women's Wellness
Pro Show categories
Two categories with prize money.
- Men's Bodybuilding
- Women's Bikini
Athlete registration
Registration is done on Muscleware. The price rises with the dates and you are in the final tier.
| Period | Open | Novice, True Beginners and Masters |
|---|---|---|
| Until 31 August | €300 | €160 |
| 1 to 30 September | €350 | €180 |
| 1 October to 30 November Now | €375 | €200 |
Register as an athlete
Online payment by credit card. Show your proof of payment at weigh in.
- 1
Check your licence
You need an active NPC Membership. You can renew it at npcworldwide-register.com.
- 2
Register on Muscleware
Choose your category and upload your posing music on the same platform. CDs and USB drives are not accepted.
- 3
Weigh in and registration on Saturday
Amateur weigh in from 11:00 to 14:00 at VB Spaces. Bring your proof of payment.
- Open contest: no limit on athletes, whatever the country or federation.
- You can compete in a second category as a Crossover.
- Coming from abroad: request your personalised invitation letter.
- If you cannot compete because of force majeure, your money is kept for next year. Services and categories are not refunded.
Weekend schedule
Saturday is weigh in and registration. On Sunday the Pro Qualifier runs by day and the Pro Show at night.
Sunday 29 November
Competition at VB Spaces
- 9:30Doors open for the Pro Qualifier
- 10:00Pro Qualifier starts
- 20:00Doors open for the Pro Show
- 20:30Pro Show starts: Women's Bikini and Men's Bodybuilding
- 21:30 to 22:00Estimated end of the championship
Each athlete's exact stage time cannot be fixed in advance: it depends on the number of athletes per category and how fast the judges decide. Arrive with plenty of time.
Services for athletes and coaches
Book online and worry about nothing on championship day.
Toptan tanning
One, two or three coats. Each service takes 15 minutes and is booked at athlete registration.
Photography
Full pack with every photo of the competition in different poses.
4K video
Presentation with the category choreography and all the crossovers of the competition.
Make up and hair
One hour per service, booked online.
Competition banner
Official banner with your photos, adapted to Instagram posts and stories, A4 print and web banner.
Coach backstage access
For the Pro Qualifier or the Pro Show. The show ticket is included.
Life on the stage
Images from previous editions of the Bigman Weekend Show.
Venue and accommodation
The championship takes place at VB Spaces in Alicante. The organisation has an official hotel 0.5 km from the venue.
VB Spaces
Av. d'Elx 186, 03008 Alicante
10,000 m² venue. Venue phone: +34 965 779 732.
View on the mapOfficial hotel: Hotel Areca
Carrer del Llimó 2, 03320 Torre del Pla, Alicante. Private parking, gym, pool and restaurant.
Discount for athletes and visitors with the code BIGMAN.
Hotel websiteTravel, accommodation, airport transfers and meals are each athlete's own responsibility. The nearest airport is Alicante Elche (ALC).
Frequently asked questions
When and where is the event held?
On 28 and 29 November 2026 at VB Spaces, Av. d'Elx 186, 03008 Alicante, Spain. Saturday 28 is weigh in and registration; on Sunday 29 the Pro Qualifier and the Pro Show take place.
What do I need to compete?
An active NPC Membership licence. Athletes from any country or federation can compete.
Who is the Novice category for?
For athletes who have never won an Overall title.
Who is the True Beginner category for?
For athletes who have not competed more than 3 times in the IFBB Pro.
Which payment methods are accepted?
Online payment is by credit card, through Stripe.
What if I cannot compete because of force majeure?
If you cannot compete because of illness, injury or another cause beyond your control, your money is kept for next year. Services and competition categories are not refunded.
How do I know when I go on stage?
La hora exacta no se puede fijar de antemano, porque depende del número de atletas por categoría y de la velocidad de los jueces.
Consulta tu categoría en el horario y cuenta las categorías que van por delante de la tuya.
Coming to watch?
Tickets for the Pro Qualifier, the Pro Show or the pack of both, and streaming if you watch from home.
Pro Qualifier
Sunday 29 November, daytime
- General €30
- Gold €40
- VIP €50
- Platinum €100
Pro Show
Sunday 29 November, evening
- General €40
- Gold €50
- VIP €80
- Platinum €150
Pro Qualifier and Pro Show pack
Both sessions
- General €60
- Gold €80
- VIP €130
- Platinum €230
Your Pro Card starts with a registration
The current fee tier closes on 30 November. Choose your category and book your place on the Alicante stage.