AKC Conformation · Orlando, Florida
Orlando Championship Week 2026
December 8–13, 2026 — lead-in cluster shows, the 26th AKC National Championship, NOHS Finals, and Puppy Stakes, all at the Orange County Convention Center.
Weekend at a glance
Six days in Orlando, December 8–13, 2026: three lead-in all-breed cluster shows (Space Coast, Brevard, Central Florida), the AKC/Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy and Junior Stakes on Friday, and championship weekend — the 26th AKC National Championship and the National Owner-Handled Series Finals — all under one roof at the Orange County Convention Center.
- Dates
- December 8–13, 2026
- Venue
- Orange County Convention Center
9899 International Drive
Orlando, FL 32819 - Format
- Six-day cluster + championship weekend: 3 all-breed lead-in shows, Puppy Stakes, National Championship, NOHS Finals
- Championship show hours
- 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM (National Championship, Sat–Sun)
- Friday, December 11
- Break day between the cluster and championship weekend — the Puppy & Junior Stakes, no all-breed show
More about this show
Dates & club verified via premium
- Dates
- Tuesday through Sunday
- Venue
- North/South Building
Panel status: Verified 2026 NC, Puppy Stakes, NOHS Finals, Central Florida · Pending Space Coast, Brevard (premiums expected Oct 2026)
Enter the show
| Event | Closes | Fees | Superintendent |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Championship (Dec 12–13) |
3:00 PM CST, Wednesday, November 4, 2026 | Best of Breed/Variety $100; Regular and Veteran classes $50; Limited Junior Showmanship no fee | Jack Onofrio / AKC Annually Licensed Superintendents PO Box 25764, Oklahoma City, OK 73125-0764 405-427-8181 · onofrio.com |
| Puppy & Junior Stakes (Dec 11) |
3:00 PM CST, Wednesday, November 4, 2026 | $35 per dog | Jack Onofrio / AKC Annually Licensed Superintendents 405-427-8181 · onofrio.com |
| NOHS Finals (Dec 12–13) |
3:00 PM CST, Wednesday, November 4, 2026 | $35 per dog — invitation only: top ten ranked dogs (plus ties) in each breed/variety for the 2026 qualifying year | Jack Onofrio / AKC Annually Licensed Superintendents 405-427-8181 · onofrio.com |
| Central Florida KC (Dec 10) |
Wednesday, November 11, 2026 Pending — closing time not published yet (MB-F standard is 12:00 noon ET — unverified) | $45.00 | MB-F, Inc. PO Box 22107, Greensboro, NC 27420-2107 (336) 379-9352 · mbf@infodog.com |
| Space Coast KC (Dec 8) |
Not yet published — premium expected October 2026 Pending | Not yet published Pending | Expected MB-F, Inc. Pending — MB-F is the historical superintendent; not yet confirmed for 2026 |
| Brevard KC (Dec 9) |
Not yet published — premium expected October 2026 Pending | Not yet published Pending | Expected MB-F, Inc. Pending — MB-F superintended in 2017 and 2024 per AKC listings; not yet confirmed for 2026 |
Enter online
National Championship, Puppy & Junior Stakes, and NOHS Finals: Jack Onofrio / AKC Annually Licensed Superintendents, 405-427-8181. Central Florida KC (Dec 10): MB-F, Inc., (336) 379-9352. Space Coast and Brevard premiums expected October 2026. Official premium list (PDF): 26th AKC National Championship.
The days
| Date | What's on |
|---|---|
| Tue Dec 8 | Space Coast Kennel Club of Palm Bay all-breed show Pending — Pekingese designated specialty (Pekingese Club of Florida, judge Juan Miranda, AKC #2026234106 — Event Approved) |
| Wed Dec 9 | Brevard Kennel Club all-breed show Pending — Pekingese designated specialty (Pekingese Club of America, judge Desmond Murphy, AKC #2026145105 — Event Approved) |
| Thu Dec 10 | Central Florida Kennel Club all-breed show Verified 2026 — plus the Pekingese Club of America National Specialty in the afternoon (judge Janet Allen; Sweepstakes Heather Ginochio; Juniors Janet Allen — AKC #2026145103 and #2026145104, both Event Approved) |
| Fri Dec 11 | AKC/Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy and Junior Stakes (dogs 6–18 months) Verified 2026 — break day, no all-breed show. |
| Sat Dec 12 | National Championship Day 1: Sporting, Hound, Toy, Non-Sporting breeds + Junior Showmanship · NOHS Finals Day 1 Verified 2026 |
| Sun Dec 13 | National Championship Day 2: Working, Terrier, Herding, Miscellaneous + Best in Show · NOHS Finals Day 2 (BIS) Verified 2026 |
Space Coast & Brevard panels still pending
Closing dates, entry fees, and full judging panels for the Tuesday and Wednesday lead-in shows have not been published as of September 21, 2026 — premiums are expected in October 2026. Only Best in Show, Toy Group, and Pekingese assignments are verified so far.
2025 results, for reference (Space Coast): Best in Show — GCHP Pinnacle Garden Party, a Whippet bitch handled by Justin Smithey; Reserve Best in Show — GCHP Carmel Mr. Joe Adamis CGC, a Miniature Schnauzer handled by Jorge Olivera. 4,259 dogs entered; Best in Show judged by Thomas L. Kirstein. These are 2025 results — the 2025 panel is not the current panel. Verified 2025
2025 results, for reference (Brevard): Best in Show — GCHG Carmel Mr. Joe Adamis CGC, a Miniature Schnauzer handled by Jorge Olivera; Reserve Best in Show — GCHP Connquest Best Of Both Worlds, a Doberman Pinscher bitch handled by Andy Linton. 4,586 dogs entered; Best in Show judged by Charlotte P. Patterson. These are 2025 results — the 2025 panel is not the current panel. Verified 2025
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No ring times or ring assignments have been verified yet. Ring cards will be built from the official program as soon as it’s out.
Breed judge finder
Search any breed to see which judge has it Saturday or Sunday. Panels are from the official 2026 premium list. Saturday: Sporting, Hound, Toy, Non-Sporting. Sunday: Working, Terrier, Herding, Miscellaneous. Verified 2026
(p) = provisional/permit, per the premium.
Best in Show & Group judges — from the 2026 premium
Saturday, 2026-12-12 — AKC National Championship (Saturday)
- Best in Show — Dr. Thomas M. Davies
- Sporting Group — Mr. Frank Kane
- Hound Group — Dennis B. Sprung
- Toy Group — David Fitzpatrick
- Non-Sporting Group — Ms. Grace M. Fritz
Sunday, 2026-12-13 — AKC National Championship (Sunday)
- Best in Show — Dr. Thomas M. Davies
- Working Group — Mr. Robin L. Stansell
- Terrier Group — Ms. Kathleen J. Ferris
- Herding Group — Mr. James E. Noe
Juniors
Junior Showmanship runs at the National Championship, the Central Florida Kennel Club all-breed show, the Pekingese National Specialty, and dozens of specialty events across the week. Verified 2026
26th AKC National Championship — Saturday, December 12
- Finals
- Mary Dukes
- Preliminaries
- Adam Peterson and Caroline Clegg
- Entry
- Limited Junior Showmanship — no fee
Central Florida Kennel Club — Thursday, December 10
Junior Showmanship (all classes) — Mrs. Linda Pitts. Verified 2026
Pekingese Club of America National Specialty — Thursday, December 10 (afternoon)
Junior Showmanship — Janet Allen, alongside the National Specialty (judge Janet Allen) and Sweepstakes (Heather Ginochio). Verified 2026
Junior Showmanship at the specialty events
The following AKC-verified specialty events (event numbers in the Specialties section) offer Junior Showmanship. Confirm classes and entries with each club.
- Thursday, December 10: Shetland Sheepdog (independent specialty), Collie (independent specialty), Old English Sheepdog (puppy specialty), Russian Toy (puppy specialty), Pekingese (puppy specialty)
- Friday, December 11: Tibetan Spaniel, Maltese (Miami), Afghan Hound, Chow Chow, Dachshund, Collie, Scottish Terrier, Bulldog, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Silky Terrier, Golden Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer (independent specialties); Papillon, Irish Setter, Biewer Terrier, Chinese Crested, Manchester Terrier, Labrador Retriever, English Setter, Rhodesian Ridgeback, Pomeranian, Toy Fox Terrier, Russian Toy (puppy specialties)
- Saturday, December 12: Giant Schnauzer (puppy specialty), Australian Shepherd (independent specialty), Fox Terrier (puppy specialty), American Staffordshire Terrier (puppy specialty)
- Sunday, December 13: Nederlandse Kooikerhondje, Flat-Coated Retriever, English Springer Spaniel (puppy specialties)
Specialties & supported entries
Ninety AKC-verified specialty events run alongside the championship-week shows at the Orange County Convention Center — designated specialties, independent specialties, and puppy specialties, many with sweepstakes and junior showmanship.
Tuesday, December 8
| Breed | Club | Type | AKC event # | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australian Shepherd | Australian Shepherd Club of Central Florida | Designated specialty | 2026711615 | Event Pended |
| Pekingese | Pekingese Club of Florida | Designated specialty | 2026234106 | Event Approved |
| Kerry Blue Terrier | Kerry Blue Terrier Club of Central Florida | Designated specialty — with sweepstakes | 2026515403 | Event Approved |
| German Wirehaired Pointer | Suncoast German Wirehaired Pointer Club of Mid-Florida | Designated specialty — with sweepstakes | 2026678702 | Event Pended |
Wednesday, December 9
| Breed | Club | Type | AKC event # | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kerry Blue Terrier | Kerry Blue Terrier Club of Central Florida | Designated specialty — with sweepstakes | 2026515404 | Event Approved |
| Australian Shepherd | Australian Shepherd Club of Central Florida | Designated specialty | 2026711616 | Event Approved |
| Pekingese | Pekingese Club of America | Designated specialty | 2026145105 | Event Approved |
| Norwegian Lundehund | Norwegian Lundehund Association of America | Designated specialty | 2026683301 | Event Approved |
| Saluki | Central Florida Association of Saluki Hounds | Independent specialty — with sweepstakes | 2026622206 | Event Pended |
| Boxer | Southeast Florida Boxer Club | Designated specialty | 2026111101 | Event Approved |
| German Wirehaired Pointer | Suncoast German Wirehaired Pointer Club of Mid-Florida | Designated specialty — with sweepstakes | 2026678701 | Event Pended |
Thursday, December 10
| Breed | Club | Type | AKC event # | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australian Shepherd | Australian Shepherd Club of Central Florida | Designated specialty | 2026711617 | Event Approved |
| Shetland Sheepdog | Shetland Sheepdog Club of Southeast Florida | Independent specialty — with junior showmanship | 2026112906 | Event Approved |
| German Shorthaired Pointer | North Florida German Shorthaired Pointer Club | Designated specialty | 2026285209 | Event Approved |
| Pekingese | Pekingese Club of America | Designated specialty | 2026145103 | Event Approved |
| Brittany | Mid Florida Brittany Club | Independent specialty — with sweepstakes | 2026230310 | Event Approved |
| Saluki | Central Florida Association of Saluki Hounds | Independent specialty — with sweepstakes | 2026622207 | Event Pended |
| Toy Fox Terrier | Central Florida Toy Fox Terrier Club | Designated specialty | 2026722607 | Event Approved |
| Russian Toy | Russian Toy Club of America | Puppy specialty — with sweepstakes and junior showmanship | 2026724212 | Event Approved |
| Pekingese | Pekingese Club of America | Puppy specialty — with sweepstakes and junior showmanship | 2026145104 | Event Approved |
| Norwegian Elkhound | Norwegian Elkhound Association of America, Inc. | Designated specialty | 2026193001 | Event Approved |
| Scottish Terrier | Scottish Terrier Club of Tampa Bay | Designated specialty — with sweepstakes | 2026421501 | Event Approved |
| Pumi | Hungarian Pumi Club of America | Designated specialty — with sweepstakes | 2026697034 | Event Approved |
| Lowchen | Lowchen Club of America | Designated specialty | 2026499701 | Event Approved |
| Cane Corso | Cane Corso Club of South Florida | Independent specialty | 2026780801 | Event Pended |
| Collie | Greater Tampa Bay Collie Club | Independent specialty — with junior showmanship | 2026355003 | Event Approved |
| Old English Sheepdog | Old English Sheepdog Club of America, Inc. | Puppy specialty — with junior showmanship | 2026200812 | Event Approved |
| Australian Cattle Dog | Mid-Florida Australian Cattle Dog Fanciers | Designated specialty — with sweepstakes | 2026648216 | Event Approved |
| Chow Chow | North Florida Chow Chow Club | Designated specialty — with sweepstakes | 2026647301 | Event Approved |
| Boxer | Southeast Florida Boxer Club | Designated specialty | 2026111102 | Event Approved |
| German Wirehaired Pointer | Suncoast German Wirehaired Pointer Club of Mid-Florida | Designated specialty — with sweepstakes | 2026678703 | Event Pended |
Friday, December 11
| Breed | Club | Type | AKC event # | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saluki | Central Florida Association of Saluki Hounds | Independent specialty | 2026622205 | Event Approved |
| Tibetan Spaniel | Orange Blossom Tibetan Spaniel Club of Florida | Independent specialty — with junior showmanship | 2026624605 | Event Pended |
| Beauceron | American Beauceron Club | Designated specialty | 2026654718 | Event Approved |
| Papillon | Papillon Club of America, Inc. | Puppy specialty — with junior showmanship | 2026208314 | Event Approved |
| Irish Setter | Irish Setter Club of America, Inc. | Puppy specialty — with junior showmanship | 2026158021 | Event Approved |
| Maltese | Maltese Club of Greater Miami | Independent specialty — with junior showmanship | 2026437901 | Event Pended |
| Biewer Terrier | Biewer Terrier Club of America | Puppy specialty — with sweepstakes and junior showmanship | 2026725238 | Event Approved |
| Chow Chow | North Florida Chow Chow Club | Independent specialty — with junior showmanship | 2026647302 | Event Approved |
| Yorkshire Terrier | Central Florida Yorkshire Terrier Club | Independent specialty | 2026444301 | Event Approved |
| Maltese | American Maltese Association, Inc. | Puppy specialty | 2026016507 | Event Pended |
| Afghan Hound | Suncoast Afghan Hound Club of Florida | Independent specialty — with junior showmanship | 2026608301 | Event Pended |
| Belgian Malinois | American Belgian Malinois Club | Designated specialty | 2026418247 | Event Approved |
| Brittany | Mid Florida Brittany Club | Independent specialty | 2026230311 | Event Pended |
| Chinese Crested | American Chinese Crested Club, Inc. | Puppy specialty — with junior showmanship | 2026452824 | Event Approved |
| Dachshund | Florida East Coast Dachshund Club | Independent specialty — with junior showmanship | 2026113605 | Event Approved |
| Havanese | Mid-Florida Havanese Club | Independent specialty | 2026652701 | Event Approved |
| Collie | Greater Tampa Bay Collie Club | Independent specialty — with junior showmanship | 2026355004 | Event Approved |
| Pyrenean Shepherd | Pyrenean Shepherd Club of America | Designated specialty | 2026677208 | Event Approved |
| Manchester Terrier | American Manchester Terrier Club | Puppy specialty — with junior showmanship | 2026058629 | Event Approved |
| Spanish Water Dog | Spanish Water Dog Club of America | Designated specialty — with sweepstakes | 2026702006 | Event Approved |
| Labrador Retriever | Labrador Retriever Club, Inc. | Puppy specialty — with junior showmanship | 2026077325 | Event Approved |
| Poodle | Tampa Bay Poodle Club | Independent specialty | 2026108804 | Event Pended |
| Scottish Terrier | Scottish Terrier Club of Tampa Bay | Independent specialty — with junior showmanship | 2026421502 | Event Approved |
| Cirneco dell'Etna | Cirneco dell'Etna Club of America | Puppy specialty | 2026700903 | Event Approved |
| Bulldog | Tampa Bay Bulldog Club | Independent specialty — with junior showmanship | 2026297104 | Event Approved |
| Cavalier King Charles Spaniel | Mid-Florida Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club | Independent specialty — with junior showmanship | 2026623903 | Event Pended |
| Boxer | Southeast Florida Boxer Club | Designated specialty | 2026111103 | Event Approved |
| Cocker Spaniel | Suncoast Cocker Spaniel Club of Greater Clearwater | Independent specialty | 2026419803 | Event Approved |
| Russian Toy | Russian Toy Club of America | Puppy specialty — with junior showmanship | 2026724211 | Event Pended |
| Silky Terrier | Silky Terrier Club of Central Florida | Independent specialty — with junior showmanship | 2026674102 | Event Approved |
| Chinese Shar-Pei | Chinese Shar-Pei Club of America, Inc. | Puppy specialty | 2026471626 | Event Approved |
| Shiba Inu | National Shiba Club of America | Puppy specialty | 2026237607 | Event Pended |
| Golden Retriever | Mid-Florida Golden Retriever Club | Independent specialty — with junior showmanship | 2026445917 | Event Approved |
| English Setter | English Setter Association of America, Inc. | Puppy specialty — with junior showmanship | 2026141719 | Event Approved |
| German Shorthaired Pointer | North Florida German Shorthaired Pointer Club | Independent specialty — with junior showmanship | 2026285210 | Event Pended |
| Rhodesian Ridgeback | Sunshine State Rhodesian Ridgeback Club | Independent specialty — with junior showmanship | 2026702930 | Event Approved |
| Portuguese Water Dog | United Sunshine State Portuguese Water Dog Club | Designated specialty | 2026784003 | Event Approved |
| Cardigan Welsh Corgi | Cardigan Welsh Corgi Club of America, Inc. | Designated specialty | 2026204231 | Event Approved |
| Anatolian Shepherd Dog | Anatolian Shepherd Dog Club of America | Designated specialty | 2026499802 | Event Approved |
| Chihuahua | Chihuahua Club of America, Inc. | Puppy specialty — with sweepstakes | 2026008803 | Event Approved |
| Pomeranian | American Pomeranian Club, Inc. | Puppy specialty — with junior showmanship | 2026058825 | Event Approved |
| Toy Fox Terrier | American Toy Fox Terrier Club | Puppy specialty — with junior showmanship | 2026586907 | Event Approved |
| German Shepherd Dog | German Shepherd Dog Club of North Florida | Designated specialty | 2026109317 | Event Approved |
Saturday, December 12
| Breed | Club | Type | AKC event # | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bull Terrier | Bull Terrier Club of America | Puppy specialty | 2026070713 | Event Pended |
| Pumi | Hungarian Pumi Club of America | Puppy specialty — with sweepstakes | 2026697035 | Event Approved |
| Shetland Sheepdog | Shetland Sheepdog Club of Southeast Florida | Independent specialty | 2026112907 | Event Approved |
| Miniature Schnauzer | Central Florida Miniature Schnauzer Club | Independent specialty | 2026206201 | Event Pended |
| Giant Schnauzer | Giant Schnauzer Club of America, Inc. | Puppy specialty — with junior showmanship | 2026066509 | Event Approved |
| Australian Shepherd | Australian Shepherd Club of Central Florida | Independent specialty — with sweepstakes and junior showmanship | 2026711618 | Event Approved |
| Fox Terrier | American Fox Terrier Club | Puppy specialty — with sweepstakes and junior showmanship | 2026057404 | Event Approved |
| American Staffordshire Terrier | Staffordshire Terrier Club of America | Puppy specialty — with junior showmanship | 2026011519 | Event Approved |
| Belgian Sheepdog | Belgian Sheepdog Club of America, Inc. | Puppy specialty — with sweepstakes | 2026126378 | Event Approved |
| Belgian Tervuren | Sunshine Belgian Tervuren Club | Independent specialty | 2026680908 | Event Approved |
Sunday, December 13
| Breed | Club | Type | AKC event # | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Labrador Retriever | Labrador Retriever Club, Inc. | Puppy specialty | 2026077326 | Event Pended |
| Vizsla | Tampa Bay Vizsla Club | Independent specialty | 2026414012 | Event Approved |
| Nederlandse Kooikerhondje | Nederlandse Kooikerhondje Club of the United States of America | Puppy specialty — with sweepstakes and junior showmanship | 2026716315 | Event Pended |
| Flat-Coated Retriever | Flat-Coated Retriever Society of America, Inc. | Puppy specialty — with sweepstakes and junior showmanship | 2026146046 | Event Approved |
| Golden Retriever | Mid-Florida Golden Retriever Club | Independent specialty — with junior showmanship | 2026445918 | Event Approved |
| English Springer Spaniel | English Springer Spaniel Field Trial Association, Inc. | Puppy specialty — with sweepstakes and junior showmanship | 2026166443 | Event Approved |
Dates, clubs, event numbers, types, and statuses per AKC Event Search, checked day by day on September 24, 2026. Most of the specialty cards showed a November 11, 2026 closing date — confirm entries with each club. Designated specialties are judged within the all-breed show.
Plan your visit
The 13 official host hotels for the 2026 AKC National Championship — from the official 2026 premium list, published September 16, 2026. Verified 2026
Booking links on this page may earn ThePetAdvisor a commission, at no extra cost to you.
Booking rules
- Call the hotel or reservation line to book — rooms cannot be booked online.
- Your credit card is charged a one-night room + tax deposit at booking.
- Changes/cancellations must be made at least 7 days before arrival by 6pm local time, or you forfeit one night room + tax.
- Room blocks are held until November 24, 2026, or until sold out — whichever comes first.
- All hotels on this list are under 1 mile from the OCCC North/South building unless otherwise noted.
Help: Paula Spector, AKC Conference and Travel — (212) 696-8389 · pspector@akc.org
Hyatt Regency Orlando
$182/nt, single–quad; includes Resort Fee plus taxes
9801 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819
Pet policy: $60 non-refundable deep-cleaning fee for rooms housing dogs
Skybridge connector to the North/South building; complimentary internet; discounted self-parking in block (garage clearance 8 ft 2 in). The only true walk-to-the-rings option.
Hotel: (407) 284-1234 · Reservations: (888) 421-1442
Rosen Centre
$170/nt, single/double plus taxes
9840 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819
Pet policy: $60 non-refundable deep-cleaning fee for rooms housing dogs
Complimentary internet.
Hotel: (407) 996-9840 · Reservations: (800) 204-7234
Doubletree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld
$144/nt, single–quad; no Resort Fee plus taxes
10100 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32821
Pet policy: No pet fee
Many rooms have parking right outside the door; complimentary internet; discounted outdoor self-parking in block.
Hotel: (407) 352-1100
Rosen Inn at Pointe Orlando
$101/nt, single/double plus taxes
9000 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819
Pet policy: No pet fee
Hi-rise + low-rise buildings with exterior corridors; complimentary internet.
Hotel: (407) 996-8585 · Toll-free: (800) 999-8585
Avanti International Resort
$88/nt, single–quad; includes Resort Fee plus taxes
8738 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819
Pet policy: No pet fee
Low-rise, exterior corridors; many rooms have parking right outside the door; complimentary internet; free outdoor parking. A practical budget pick.
Hotel: (407) 313-0100 · Toll-free: (877) 821-3010
Homewood Suites by Hilton Orlando – International Drive/Convention Center
1-BR $164/nt; 2-BR $284/nt, single–quad plus taxes
8745 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819
Pet policy: No pet fee
Suites + full breakfast buffet + free outdoor parking; complimentary internet.
Hotel: (407) 248-2232 · Toll-free: (800) 225-5466
Hampton Inn by Hilton Orlando Convention Center
$139/nt, single–quad plus taxes
8900 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819
Pet policy: No pet fee
Hot breakfast buffet + free outdoor parking; complimentary internet.
Hotel: (407) 354-4447 · Toll-free: (877) 620-8006
SpringHill Suites by Marriott – Orlando Convention Center
Studio $119/nt, single–quad plus taxes
8840 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819
Pet policy: No pet fee
Hot + cold breakfast buffet; free outdoor parking; complimentary internet.
Hotel: (407) 345-9073 · Toll-free: (888) 287-9400
Residence Inn by Marriott – Orlando Convention Center
1-BR $142/nt, single–quad plus taxes
8800 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819
Pet policy: No pet fee
Hot + cold breakfast buffet; free outdoor parking; complimentary internet.
Hotel: (407) 226-0288 · Toll-free: (800) 331-3131
Vista Cay by Millenium
2-BR condo $224/nt; 3-BR condo $235/nt; 3-BR townhome $235/nt; all include Resort Fee plus taxes
4874 Cayview Ave, Orlando, FL 32819
Pet policy: $60 non-refundable deep-cleaning fee for rooms housing dogs
Full condos — great for multi-dog setups; complimentary internet + outdoor parking. Onsite agents Mon–Fri 9am–5pm ET.
Hotel: (407) 996-4647
Embassy Suites by Hilton International Drive/ICON Park
1-BR $159/nt, single–quad plus taxes
8250 Jamaican Court, Orlando, FL 32819 — 1.75 miles from the North/South building
Pet policy: No pet fee
Full breakfast buffet + evening reception; complimentary internet + outdoor parking.
Hotel: (407) 345-8250 · Toll-free: (800) 871-5831
Home2 Suites by Hilton Orlando South Park
Studio $144/nt, single–quad plus taxes
2800 Destination Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32819 — 2.5 miles from the North/South building
Pet policy: No pet fee
Hot breakfast buffet; free outdoor parking; complimentary internet.
Hotel: (407) 355-9222
Floridays Resort Orlando
2-BR $151/nt; 3-BR $171/nt; all include Resort Fee plus taxes
12562 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32821 — 3.5 miles from the North/South building
Pet policy: $60 non-refundable deep-cleaning fee for rooms housing dogs
Apartment-style suites; complimentary internet + outdoor parking.
Hotel: (407) 238-7700 · Toll-free: (877) 821-3018
Takeaways
- No pet fee at 9 of 13 properties — the $60 deep-cleaning fee applies only at Hyatt Regency, Rosen Centre, Vista Cay, and Floridays.
- Cheapest: Avanti International Resort at $88/nt, no pet fee, exterior corridors, parking right outside the door.
- Most convenient: Hyatt Regency (skybridge to the show building) at $182/nt — the only true walk-to-the-rings option, but with the $60 dog-room fee.
- Multi-dog / long-stay picks: Vista Cay condos, Floridays apartment suites, Homewood Suites, Residence Inn.
- Hilton Orlando and Rosen Plaza appeared on older lists but are not on the 2026 list — do not book them as 2026 host hotels.
Getting there
- Airport
- Orlando International Airport (MCO)
- Airport to venue
- ~12–13 miles via SR-528; typically 15–25 minutes by car depending on traffic
- Alternate airport
- Orlando Sanford (SFB), ~32 mi / 45–55 min — only if the fare difference is worth it
| Method | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Taxi / Uber / Lyft | ~16–19 min | ~$35–50 (watch for surge during peak convention hours) |
| Lynx public bus Line 311 | ~52–65 min | $2 |
| Lynx Line 42 | ~1h17–1h31 min | $2 |
No show shuttle published
No AKC-published show shuttle found as of September 21, 2026 — plan your own ground transportation.
Parking
- OCCC parking is cashless (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover, Apple Pay, Google Pay).
- Typical rates (per recent OCCC event guidance): ~$20 + tax per standard vehicle per entry; ~$40 + tax for oversized vehicles. Rates vary by event — confirm against the 2026 premium list / AKC exhibitor info.
- Facilities: North/South surface lot (9899 International Dr), Destination Parkway Garage (5980 Destination Pkwy, ~$20/entry), West Concourse lots.
- No in-and-out privileges on a standard parking payment, and no overnight parking at OCCC.
- Short-term metered parking in front of the buildings: ~$5/hr, 3-hour max.
Pending Parking rates are typical rates from recent OCCC event guidance — confirm against the 2026 premium / AKC exhibitor info.
RV overnight parking
Verified 2026 AKC offers on-site overnight RV parking at the Orange County Convention Center for championship week.
- Reservation deadline: November 4, 2026, or when sold out — whichever comes first. Verified 2026
- Reservations are limited and first-come, first-served. Verified 2026
- No vehicle of any kind may be left in any OCCC paved parking lot after midnight — it will be towed. Verified 2026
- Book online via the link in the premium list / AKC's Hotel & Travel page.
2026 rates not yet published
The 2026 RV rate chart lives in the standalone 2026 RV reservation form, which had not been retrieved as of September 21, 2026. We do not publish 2026 RV rates. (Historical practice, not verified for 2026: all units self-contained; parking fees include mandatory electric; no RV generators allowed at any time.)
Off-site alternatives (distances approximate):
- Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake (~12 mi, closest) — full hookups, big-rig access, pet-friendly
- Ponderosa RV Park, Kissimmee (~16 mi) — big-rig access, pull-throughs, pet runs
- Theme World RV Resort, Davenport / I-4 Exit 55 (~20 mi) — rigs to 50 ft, full hookups
- Outdoor Resorts at Orlando, Clermont (~20 mi) — rigs to 60 ft, full hookups
- Camp Margaritaville RV Resort, Auburndale (~40 mi) — rigs to 90 ft (biggest rigs); dog park + pet wash; RVs 10+ yrs need advance approval
Local grooming
Business listings via web search, checked September 21, 2026. Hours/policies not independently verified — call ahead. Book ahead: demand spikes during championship week.
- The Pawtastic Pet Shop — (407) 286-0434, 5439 International Dr, Orlando. Boutique grooming + retail; appointments required. Minutes from OCCC.
- Dandy Doggie Do's — (407) 381-1160. Show grooming to all-breed pet grooming; 30+ years combined experience; hand-dry, no cage dryers.
- Unfurgettable Grooming — (321) 460-2705, 1153 W Fairbanks Ave, Winter Park. Offers hand stripping (terrier-relevant); pickup/drop-off service; est. 2007.
- Four Corners Pet Grooming — (407) 876-8750, 8953 Conroy Windermere Rd, Orlando. Registered member of the National Dog Grooming Association of America; 35+ years experience; all breeds/sizes.
- Magic Pets Grooming Salon & Spa — (407) 778-4215, 5482 Central Florida Pkwy, Orlando. Full-service salon/spa. 4.8 stars (63 reviews).
Restaurants
Not verified for 2026
The restaurant list below is not verified for 2026 — suggestions from area listings (OpenTable convention-center area listings, checked September 21, 2026). All in the I-Drive / convention corridor unless noted. Book popular spots ahead — show week + December tourist season.
Casual:
- Saltgrass Steak House — across from ICON Park; Angus steaks, scratch kitchen, family-friendly
- Vincenzo Cucina Italiana — ICON Park; handmade pasta daily, happy hour
- Ciao Italia — local Italian near SeaWorld/Convention Center, operating since 1991; family-friendly
- Papparella Trattoria — Italian, wood-fired pizza, elegant bar
- Tin Roof — casual dining + live music
- Laguna 10100 — American Mediterranean on I-Drive; share plates, happy hour, live weekend music
- Nomikai — Japanese, energetic group-gathering atmosphere (ICON Park area)
- Dave & Buster's — casual group fun, big TVs for game-watching
Group dinners:
- Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse — upscale steakhouse near Pointe Orlando; two bars, five private dining rooms
- Eddie V's Prime Seafood — luxury seafood + prime steaks; V Lounge with live music trios
- The Oceanaire Seafood Room — steps from OCCC; one of Central Florida's leading seafood rooms
- Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar — Cuban cuisine, 90+ rums, live Latin bands Fridays; private event spaces
- The Capital Grille — upscale steakhouse, I-Drive area
- Maggiano's Little Italy — classic Italian, cozy, handles groups well
Golf carts & mobility
Verified 2026
- The 2026 premiums designate "Golf Carts ONLY" parking areas near the South Entrance (closest to the rings) and near the North Entrance by the North Grooming Hall.
- Golf carts may not be driven inside the Convention Center.
- ScootAround mobility scooters may be driven safely inside the building.
- Golf cart rental: Masters Golf Cars, (352) 307-0111, sales@mastergolfcars.com.
Documents
Official documents for this weekend. Verified 2026
- Official 2026 AKC National Championship premium list, Onofrio version (PDF) Verified 2026 — dates, closing, fees, panel.
- Official 2026 AKC National Championship premium list, archived local copy (PDF) Verified 2026 — dates, closing, fees, panel.
- Official 2026 AKC/Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy and Junior Stakes premium list (PDF) Verified 2026 — date, closing, fees, panel.
- Official 2026 AKC National Owner-Handled Series Finals premium list (PDF) Verified 2026 — dates, closing, fees, eligibility, panel.
- Official 2026 National Championship premium list (AKC) Verified 2026 — dates, closing, fees, judges, show hours, hotel list, RV rules.
Sources
- PREMIUMOfficial 2026 National Championship premium list (AKC) — dates, closing, fees, judges, show hours, hotel list, RV rules.
- PREMIUMOfficial 2026 AKC National Championship premium list, Onofrio version (PDF) — dates, closing, fees, panel.
- PREMIUMOfficial 2026 AKC National Championship premium list, archived local copy (PDF) — dates, closing, fees, panel.
- PREMIUMOfficial 2026 AKC/Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy and Junior Stakes premium list (PDF) — date, closing, fees, panel.
- PREMIUMOfficial 2026 AKC National Owner-Handled Series Finals premium list (PDF) — dates, closing, fees, eligibility, panel.
- AKCAKC National Championship event page (akc.org).
- AKCAKC September 16, 2026 press release — venue for the cluster shows.
- SUPTInfoDog (MB-F) official event database — Central Florida KC closing, fees, approved panel.
- CLUBPekingese Club of America official site (2026) — designated specialties and National Specialty details.
- AKCAKC Event Search — 90 specialty events across December 8–13, 2026, checked day by day on September 24, 2026; dates, clubs, event numbers, types, and statuses.