West Springfield, Massachusetts • January 9–10, 2027
Two all-breed days at the Eastern States Exposition — New England’s January weekend, with a Beginner Puppy event Saturday and entries closing December 23, 2026.
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What is the Merrimack Valley Kennel Club show?
The Merrimack Valley Kennel Club hosts two all-breed shows — Saturday and Sunday, January 9–10, 2027 — at the Eastern States Exposition in West Springfield, Massachusetts. It is New England’s winter weekend: two shots at points in January, indoors at the Big E fairgrounds.
Saturday adds a 4–6 Month Beginner Puppy event — the showcase for the youngest show prospects — alongside the all-breed judging.
At a glance
- Where: Eastern States Exposition Grounds, 1305 Memorial Ave., West Springfield, MA
- When: Saturday, January 9 – Sunday, January 10, 2027
- The shows: Two all-breed shows (AKC #2027110101/#2027110102), plus 4–6 Month Beginner Puppy (Sat)
- Entries: Close Wednesday, December 23, 2026, via MB-F
- Entry fees: $38 first entry / $38 each additional
- Superintendent: MB-F, Inc. – (336) 379-9352
- Premium: 2027 premium not yet published
The days, day by day
Two all-breed days at the Eastern States Exposition:
- Sat, Jan 9 — Merrimack Valley Kennel Club all-breed show (AKC #2027110101), plus the 4–6 Month Beginner Puppy event. Best in Show: Mr. William C. Stebbins.
- Sun, Jan 10 — Merrimack Valley Kennel Club all-breed show (AKC #2027110102). Best in Show: Dr. Kenneth H. Levison.
Group judges, from AKC records: Saturday — Sporting Mr. Wayne R. Cavanaugh, Hound Dr. Kenneth H. Levison, Working Mr. Danik Dancause, Terrier Duff M. Harris, Toy Mr. Robert E. Hutton, Non-Sporting Dr. Kenneth H. Levison, Herding Mr. Danik Dancause. Sunday — Sporting Mr. Danik Dancause, Hound Mr. Robert E. Hutton, Working Duff M. Harris, Terrier Mr. Robert E. Hutton, Toy Mr. Ken J. Murray, Non-Sporting Mr. George E. Marquis (p), Herding Mr. William C. Stebbins.
Can you still enter?
Yes — for now. Entries close Wednesday, December 23, 2026, through superintendent MB-F (InfoDog). Entry fees are $38 per entry. The 2027 premium list has not been published yet.
See the full show page for the day-by-day schedule, the verified judge list, entry details, and sources.
Attending in person
The show is open to spectators — the 2026 weekend ran 7 AM to 7 PM with free admission. Check the premium for 2027 details when it publishes.
Planning your visit
The Eastern States Exposition Grounds are at 1305 Memorial Ave., West Springfield, MA (the club has historically used the Young Building). The closest major airport is Bradley International (BDL), serving Hartford/Springfield. No 2027 host-hotel list is published yet — confirm pet policies directly with any hotel at the time of booking.
Why go
New England’s January options are thin, and this is the weekend that keeps a winter campaign alive north of New York: two all-breed shows plus a Beginner Puppy event, all under one fairgrounds roof. For puppy people, Saturday’s 4–6 month event is the reason to come a day early.
Frequently asked questions
When and where is the 2027 Merrimack Valley Kennel Club dog show?
Saturday and Sunday, January 9–10, 2027, at the Eastern States Exposition Grounds, 1305 Memorial Ave., West Springfield, MA — two all-breed shows (AKC #2027110101/#2027110102).
Can I still enter the 2027 Merrimack Valley show?
Yes — entries close Wednesday, December 23, 2026, through superintendent MB-F (InfoDog). Fees are $38 per entry. The 2027 premium is not yet published.
Who is judging Best in Show at Merrimack Valley 2027?
Saturday: Mr. William C. Stebbins. Sunday: Dr. Kenneth H. Levison — from AKC event records.
Is there a puppy event at Merrimack Valley 2027?
Yes — a 4–6 Month Beginner Puppy event is AKC-listed for Saturday, January 9.
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