ANAHEIM, Calif. – Association of Woodworking & Furnishings Suppliers (AWFS) is excited to announce that the Fresh Wood student woodworking competition is now open for entries for its 2025 cycle. High school juniors and seniors, as well as post-secondary students in woodworking and related programs across the United States, are encouraged to submit their projects for this prestigious opportunity.

The deadline to enter is Friday, May 2, 2025.

Finalists will be invited to exhibit their projects at the AWFS Fair in Las Vegas, taking place July 22–25, 2025, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The competition provides a unique platform for student woodworkers to showcase their craftsmanship to thousands of industry professionals and gain national recognition.

Fresh Wood celebrates creativity, innovation, and excellence in woodworking. Categories include tables, chairs, design for production, case goods, open category, and the special theme: Spin N’ Shape. Top winners receive monetary prizes, trophies, and industry exposure.

For more information visit awfsfair.org/fresh-wood.

For more information about the AWFS Fair, visit awfsfair.org.

About AWFS Fair
The AWFS Fair, scheduled for July 22-25, 2025, in Las Vegas. The AWFS Fair is a premier international event in the woodworking industry. Serving as a vital hub for global commerce in home and commercial furnishings, the fair brings together manufacturers and distributors of machinery, hardware, plastics, lumber, and construction materials.