AKC Conformation · Stillwater, Oklahoma
Stillwater Cluster
October 8–11, 2026 · AKC conformation in Stillwater, Oklahoma
Weekend at a glance
Stillwater Cluster brings 4 all-breed conformation shows to Stillwater, Oklahoma, October 8–11, 2026, hosted by Sooner State Kennel Club, Seminole Kennel Club. This is an early guide — only the facts AKC has verified so far.
- Dates
- October 8–11, 2026 (Thu–Sun)
- Venue
- Payne County Expo Center; Highway 51 (Rt.1 Box 726); Fairgrounds RD (as listed by AKC)
- Host club
- 2 clubs (see The days)
- Format
- All-breed (conformation)
- Entries
- Registration closed Wednesday, September 23, 2026
- Premium list
- 2026 premium list — Heart of Oklahoma Cluster (PDF) Verified 2026
More about this show
Guide in progress AKC-verified basics All-breed · Conformation · Dates & club verified via premium
Superintendent: Onofrio Dog Shows, L.L.C. · 405.427.8181 · mail@onofrio.com
Registration closed Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Registration for this weekend is closed — entries are no longer being accepted.
Enter the show
- Oct 10, Oct 11, Oct 8, Oct 9 (AKC #2026013116, 2026013118, 2026019909, 2026019911)
- Registration closed Wednesday, September 23, 2026 (AKC lists 12:00 AM — confirm the time with the superintendent)
The days
The AKC-verified schedule below. Junior Showmanship is marked where AKC verifies it for that date.
| Day | Show | AKC event |
|---|---|---|
| Thu Oct 8 | Sooner State Kennel Club Junior Showmanship | All-Breed · AKC #2026013116 |
| Fri Oct 9 | Sooner State Kennel Club Junior Showmanship | All-Breed · AKC #2026013118 |
| Sat Oct 10 | Seminole Kennel Club Junior Showmanship | All-Breed · AKC #2026019909 |
| Sun Oct 11 | Seminole Kennel Club Junior Showmanship | All-Breed · AKC #2026019911 |
Judging panels are published in the official judging program, closer to the show dates — they will be added here when verified. We never carry judges forward from prior years.
Today’s Ring Card
Your show-day schedule, saved by date.
Judging program is out
Ring times and ring assignments are published: Stillwater cluster judging program (PDF), covering Sooner State KC (Oct 8–9) and Seminole KC (Oct 10–11). Verified 2026
Breed judge finder
Verified judge assignments from the 2026 premium list (group, Best in Show, Owner-Handled Best in Show, and Junior Showmanship). Verified 2026
Only verified assignments are listed here. We never guess judges.
Juniors
Junior Showmanship is offered all four days. Verified 2026
Thu Oct 8 — Sooner State KC (1)
Junior Showmanship — judged by Melanee Clark (provisional).
Fri Oct 9 — Sooner State KC (2)
Junior Showmanship — judged by Mike Bennett (provisional).
Sat Oct 10 — Seminole KC (1)
Junior Showmanship — judged by Mrs Linda Clark.
Sun Oct 11 — Seminole KC (2)
Junior Showmanship — judged by Michelle Alameda-Wilkinson.
Junior ring times are in the judging program.
Specialties & supported entries
A Friday-evening specialty. Verified 2026
- Boxer Club of Oklahoma — specialty show with sweepstakes, Friday evening October 9 (Boxers limited to 100 dogs), plus a 4–6 Month Beginner Puppy competition.
A 4–6 Month Beginner Puppy competition and an Open Show are also offered Thursday.
Plan your visit
Find the venue
The venue
Payne County Expo Center
4518 Expo Cir E
Stillwater, OK
Dog-friendly lodging
- Wyndham Garden Stillwater — 600 East Mcelroy Road, Stillwater, OK 74075. Call ahead to confirm pet policy.
- Hampton Inn & Suites Stillwater — 717 E Hall of Fame Ave, Stillwater, OK. Call ahead to confirm pet policy.
- Fairfield Inn & Suites Stillwater — 418 E Hall of Fame Avenue, Stillwater, OK. Call ahead to confirm pet policy.
- Best Western Plus Cimarron Hotel & Suites — 315 N Husband St, Stillwater, OK. Call ahead to confirm pet policy.
Always confirm the pet policy when booking.
Flying in
- SWO — Stillwater Regional Airport (SWO), minutes from town; nonstop American service to DFW.
Restaurants
- Panera Bread (dog-friendly; outdoor seating; Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) — 113 West Hall of Fame Avenue, Stillwater. Bakery-cafe, open daily from 6/7am to 8/9pm.
- Fuzzy's Taco Shop (dog-friendly; outdoor seating; Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) — 305 S Washington St, Stillwater. Baja-style tacos with a dog-friendly patio per the official site.
Attractions
- National Wrestling Hall of Fame and Museum — 405 W Hall of Fame Ave, Stillwater, OK. Museum celebrating wrestling history.
- Oklahoma State University — Explore the Oklahoma State University campus and its landmarks.
Venue guide — shared by every show at this location. Last verified 2026-09-25. Per-show details for this weekend (RV, admission, grooming) will be added here when confirmed.
The essentials from the verified 2026 premium list. Verified 2026
The weekend
Four all-breed shows (each limited to 800 entries per day): Sooner State Kennel Club Thursday and Friday, Seminole Kennel Club Saturday and Sunday. The Boxer Club of Oklahoma holds a specialty with sweepstakes Friday evening.
Premium list
The full 2026 premium list has event details, prizes, and the show schedule.
Parking, hotels, and travel details are still to come.
Documents
Official documents for this weekend. Verified 2026
- 2026 premium list (PDF) — all four all-breed shows and the Boxer specialty, October 8–11, 2026 Verified 2026
Sources
- AKC Event Search — Sooner State Kennel Club, AKC event #2026013116 (All-Breed), accessed September 24, 2026.
- AKC Event Search — Sooner State Kennel Club, AKC event #2026013118 (All-Breed), accessed September 24, 2026.
- AKC Event Search — Seminole Kennel Club, AKC event #2026019909 (All-Breed), accessed September 24, 2026.
- AKC Event Search — Seminole Kennel Club, AKC event #2026019911 (All-Breed), accessed September 24, 2026.