What and where are the top BB contest

**SlimmerMe** · 08-02-2011, 11:54 AM

I would love to attend some BB contest. What are the names of some of the top contests and where in the USA are they? what cities? And are they usually in a certain time of year? or all year long? Natural and non-natural. I think it would be kick in the coconuts to go to one or a few....

thanks.....

***FireGuy*** · 08-04-2011, 07:28 PM

The two biggest Pro shows are by far the Mr Olympia and the Arnold Classic. The Olympia is in Las Vegas in September while the Arnold is in March in Ohio. The USA Championships and Nationals are the two biggest amateur shows, the USA's are always late July in Las Vegas while Nationals is early November and the venue moves around a bit, usually east coast. This year they are in Miami. JR USA's and JR National are also very big shows, they are usually in Chicago and North Carolina in May and June. Masters Nationals is also a very big show, that is held in July and is always in Pittsburgh.

There are several local and regional shows which are very fun to attend as well. Not sure what area you are in or I would give you some specific to that region.

**charcold** · 08-04-2011, 10:03 PM

I went to my small local show, apprx maybe 50 competitors, and had a good time. My only regret was not being able to attend the prejudging, I went to the night show only. It was moivational, and something new to do.