The Bootblack Europe Contest prides itself on being open and accessible to all diversities and welcomes applications from bootblacks of all levels of ability, gender identity and sexual orientation. 

We are looking for someone who combines skill, service and connection, putting heart and sole into their work – Someone with the enthusiasm and desire to go on to promote and represent the bootblack community online and at events across Europe and perhaps beyond, and who wishes to pass on their knowledge to others. The bootblack community in Europe is small and young. Having titleholders visible and willing to raise up younger bootblacks and share skills and knowledge is important for growing the community. 

The contest format consists of stand time, a tech boot and technical skills portion, an interview and a stage portion consisting of pop questions from the judge’s panel. The contestant’s experience will start on the Friday morning with the Interview and end on the Saturday evening with the winner’s announcement on the main stage.  It will be a challenging but fabulous experience. Whether you win or lose, you’ll enjoy the camaraderie of other bootblacks and leave with leather-filled memories.