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Brooksville, Florida • January 20–24, 2027

Five all-breed shows. Five days. One legendary winter show ground — the second of the two January clusters at Florida Classic Park in Brooksville.

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What is this show?

The Florida Gulf Coast Cluster II is five all-breed AKC conformation shows in five days at Florida Classic Park in Brooksville, Florida — hosted by the Hernando County, Pasco Florida, Tampa Bay, Clearwater, and Manatee kennel clubs. It is the second of the two January clusters at the same venue (Cluster I runs January 14–18), so exhibitors can show ten straight days without moving their setup.

The cluster runs the full AKC menu: the National Owner-Handled Series every day, 4–6 Month Beginner Puppy, Junior Showmanship, Miscellaneous and FSS open shows, Best Bred by Exhibitor in Show, Junior Showcase obedience and rally on Sunday, AKC Temperament Tests, Pee Wee, and CAT/Fast CAT coursing through both cluster weeks. Off the rings, the traditions are half the draw: the annual exhibitor barbecue, the doggy flea market, and Purina Pro Plan coffee and continental breakfast every morning.

At a glance

  • Where: Florida Classic Park, 5360 Lockhart Rd, Brooksville, FL 34602
  • When: Wednesday, January 20 – Sunday, January 24, 2027
  • Entries close: pending the 2027 premium (superintendent MB-F, Inc., via infodog.com)
  • Entry fee: 2026 reference: $35 first entry, $30 each additional entry; Juniors free
  • Format: 5 all-breed shows + NOHS daily, Beginner Puppy, obedience & rally, Fast CAT

Why go?

Ten days, one setup. That is the whole pitch of the Florida Gulf Coast Clusters: Cluster I and Cluster II run back to back at Florida Classic Park, giving winter-weary exhibitors from the North two full weeks of shows in Florida sunshine.

Everything in one place. Five clubs, five shows, plus specialties, sweepstakes, and performance events — majors are realistic here because the entries are deep.

The extras. The annual barbecue the Tuesday before the cluster, the doggy flea market, morning coffee courtesy of Purina Pro Plan, and CAT/Fast CAT coursing running through both clusters make this a working vacation, not just a show weekend.

NOHS every day. Owner-handlers get five straight days of National Owner-Handled Series competition — a serious points opportunity to open the year.

Day by day

Entries details arrive with the 2027 premium. The day-by-day lineup follows the long-standing club order from the 2026 premium.

Who’s judging?

The 2027 premium list is not yet published. Best in Show, group, and breed judge assignments will be listed here when the premium is out; ring times arrive with the official judging program. See the ThePetAdvisor show page for this event for updates.

How to enter (entries close pending)

Entries close on a date to be announced in the 2027 premium, through superintendent MB-F, Inc. — online at infodog.com or by mail. For reference, 2026 conformation fees were $35 for the first entry and $30 for each additional entry of the same dog; puppy and Bred-by-Exhibitor classes $30; Junior Showmanship free; 4–6 Month Beginner Puppy $20. Last year’s figures are reference only and are never carried forward.

Staying in Brooksville

The cluster is held at Florida Classic Park, 5360 Lockhart Rd, Brooksville, FL 34602. From I-75 take Exit 301 to SR 50/98 west about a mile to Lockhart Rd. The main gate is locked from midnight to 6:00 AM each night.

RV parking: on-site camping is available; many exhibitors arrive early and stay through both clusters. Hotels: the premium lists dog-friendly options including the Hampton Inn Brooksville, Holiday Inn Express Brooksville, Quality Inn & Suites Brooksville, Days Inn Brooksville, Microtel Brooksville, Motel 6 Spring Hill, Econo Lodge Wesley Chapel, and Rodeway Inn Wesley Chapel. Fly into Tampa (TPA) or Orlando (MCO). Always confirm the current pet policy when booking.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Florida Gulf Coast Cluster II?

It is a five-show all-breed AKC cluster held January 20–24, 2027, at Florida Classic Park in Brooksville, Florida — hosted by the Hernando County, Pasco Florida, Tampa Bay, Clearwater, and Manatee kennel clubs. It is the second of two consecutive January cluster weeks at the same venue.

When is the 2027 Florida Gulf Coast Cluster II?

Wednesday, January 20 through Sunday, January 24, 2027: Hernando County KC on Wednesday, Pasco Florida KC on Thursday, Tampa Bay KC on Friday, Clearwater KC on Saturday, and Manatee KC on Sunday (2026 club order; 2027 premium pending).

Are entries still open for the 2027 Florida Gulf Coast Cluster II?

The 2027 premium has not been published yet, so the closing date is pending. Entries are handled by superintendent MB-F, Inc., online at infodog.com or by mail. For reference, 2026 fees were $35 for the first entry and $30 for each additional entry.

What extras run during the cluster?

The AKC National Owner-Handled Series runs every day, plus 4–6 Month Beginner Puppy, Junior Showmanship, Miscellaneous and FSS open shows, Best Bred by Exhibitor in Show, Junior Showcase obedience and rally on Sunday, AKC Temperament Tests, Pee Wee, and CAT/Fast CAT coursing. The annual exhibitor barbecue and doggy flea market are cluster traditions.

Can I attend if I did not enter a dog?

Yes. Dog shows are open to the public and spectators are welcome at the rings. With five shows, specialties, and coursing across the week, the Brooksville clusters are one of the best spectator weekends in Florida.

Where do exhibitors stay for the Florida Gulf Coast Cluster?

Many exhibitors camp on-site at Florida Classic Park through both cluster weeks. Nearby dog-friendly hotels listed in the premium include the Hampton Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Quality Inn & Suites, Days Inn, and Microtel in Brooksville, plus options in Spring Hill and Wesley Chapel. Fly into Tampa (TPA) or Orlando (MCO).

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