Ventura, California • January 21, 2027
Two terrier shows. One day. All terriers, all day — the Great Western Terrier Association opens the four-day Ventura cluster weekend.
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What is this show?
The Great Western Terrier Association of Southern California holds two terrier-group limited-breed shows — one in the morning, one in the afternoon — on Thursday, January 21, 2027, at the Ventura County Fairgrounds & Seaside Park. Every terrier breed, two chances at points, one day.
The GWTA shows open the four-day Ventura cluster weekend: the Kennel Club of Beverly Hills follows with three all-breed shows Friday through Sunday at the same venue. The day traditionally includes an all-terrier puppy sweepstakes with a sweepstakes group, 4–6 Month Beginner Puppy competition, and a deep bench of specialties and supported entries from Southern California’s terrier breed clubs — Cairn, Skye, Irish, Wheaten, Lakeland, Staffordshire Bull, Parson Russell, Welsh, Westie, and Rat Terrier clubs supported the 2026 shows.
At a glance
- Where: Ventura Co Fairgrounds & Seaside Park, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA 93001
- When: Thursday, January 21, 2027 — AM & PM shows
- Entries close: pending the 2027 premium (superintendent Jack Bradshaw Dog Shows)
- Entry fee: pending the 2027 premium
- Format: 2 terrier-group limited-breed shows + puppy sweepstakes, Beginner Puppy, specialties
Why go?
Two terrier majors in one day. That is the GWTA pitch: morning and afternoon limited-breed shows mean terrier exhibitors get two full shots at points without an all-breed entry — and the entries are deep enough to build majors.
Terrier people, all day. With ten-plus breed clubs supporting entries and specialties running alongside, Thursday in Ventura is the terrier social event of the winter.
Stay for the weekend. The Beverly Hills all-breed shows run Friday through Sunday at the same fairgrounds — one setup, four days, terrier day plus three all-breed days.
Day by day
One day, two shows — Thursday, January 21, 2027.
- Thursday, Jan. 21 — AM — Great Western Terrier Association terrier-group limited-breed show; all-terrier puppy sweepstakes & sweepstakes group; specialties and supported entries.
- Thursday, Jan. 21 — PM — Great Western Terrier Association terrier-group limited-breed show; specialties and supported entries.
- Friday–Sunday, Jan. 22–24 — Kennel Club of Beverly Hills all-breed shows at the same venue.
Who’s judging?
The 2027 premium list is not yet published. 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 Jack Bradshaw Dog Shows — online at jbradshaw.com or by mail to 320 Maple Avenue, Torrance, CA 90503, (323) 727-0136. For reference, the 2026 shows closed December 31, 2025. Entry fees and classes will be published in the 2027 premium list.
Staying in Ventura
The shows are held at the Ventura County Fairgrounds & Seaside Park, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA 93001, on the beach minutes from US-101. From the north: Ventura Ave off ramp to Thompson to Figueroa to the fairgrounds. From the south: California St off ramp to Harbor to the fairgrounds.
Hotels: the 2026 host hotel was the Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach; other pet-friendly options include the Vagabond Inn Ventura (two pets of any size, $20 per pet per night), Ventura Beach Marriott, and Four Points by Sheraton Ventura Harbor. The Ventura Beach RV Resort has full-hookup sites near the fairgrounds. Fly into LAX, Burbank, or Santa Barbara. Always confirm the current pet policy when booking.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Great Western Terrier Association show?
It is a pair of AKC terrier-group limited-breed shows — morning and afternoon — held Thursday, January 21, 2027, at the Ventura County Fairgrounds & Seaside Park, hosted by the Great Western Terrier Association of Southern California.
When is the 2027 Great Western Terrier Association show?
Thursday, January 21, 2027: an AM show and a PM show, both terrier-group limited breed. The Kennel Club of Beverly Hills all-breed weekend follows Friday through Sunday at the same venue.
Are entries still open for the 2027 Great Western Terrier shows?
The 2027 premium has not been published yet, so the closing date is pending. Entries are handled by superintendent Jack Bradshaw Dog Shows (jbradshaw.com). The 2026 shows closed December 31, 2025.
What specialties run with the GWTA shows?
In 2026, ten terrier breed clubs offered specialties or supported entries, including the Cairn, Skye, Irish, Wheaten, Lakeland, Staffordshire Bull, Parson Russell, Welsh, West Highland White, and Rat Terrier clubs — plus an all-terrier puppy sweepstakes. The 2027 lineup is pending the premium.
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 — a full day of nothing but terriers is a great introduction to the group.
Where do exhibitors stay for the Ventura weekend?
The 2026 host hotel was the Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach. Other pet-friendly options include the Vagabond Inn Ventura, Ventura Beach Marriott, and Four Points by Sheraton Ventura Harbor; the Ventura Beach RV Resort has full-hookup sites near the fairgrounds.
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