2026 Modern Classic Cup Finals
The global championship for non-theatrical Aufguss. Farris Bad hosts a final judged on professionalism, heat management, technique, fragrance, atmosphere, and thematic coherence.
Next dates to be announced
Annual finals, first held 2025. The venue rotates between countries. The details below are from the most recent edition, Oct 1–4, 2026.
- Dates
- Last held Oct 1–4, 2026
- Place
- Farris BadLarvik, NorwayNO
- Organizer
- Aufguss WMOrganizer site (opens in a new tab)
- Type
- AufgussIn person
- Official site
- aufguss-wm.com (opens in a new tab)
The 2026 Modern Classic Cup Finals run October 1 to 4 at Farris Bad in Larvik, Norway. This is the global championship for the traditional-technique Aufguss format, which the governing body established to honor the ritual's therapeutic roots while Show Aufguss continues to innovate in the entertainment space.
What makes Modern Classic different
Modern Classic strips out costumes, lighting rigs, elaborate props, and theatrical narratives. Competitors rely on music, essential oils, heat management, atmosphere, thematic coherence, and classic waving techniques to shape the room.
Why Farris Bad
Farris Bad is a wellness resort in Larvik and the training base for Lasse Eriksen, president of the Aufguss World Masters and mentor to several top global competitors including 2025 UK Champion Zak Moore. Hosting the Modern Classic Finals at Farris Bad is a deliberate choice to anchor the traditional format in Nordic thermal culture.