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Portland, Oregon • January 21–24, 2027

Four all-breed shows. Four days. One Expo Center — the Pacific Northwest’s premier winter circuit in Portland.

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What is this show?

The Rose City Classic is four all-breed AKC conformation shows in four days — Thursday through Sunday, January 21–24, 2027 — at the Portland Metropolitan Exposition Center in North Portland, Oregon. Hosted by the Dog Fanciers Association of Oregon and McKenzie Cascade Dog Fanciers, it is the Pacific Northwest’s premier winter circuit.

Four straight days of all-breed judging, plus concurrent specialties and group shows, all under one roof: the Rose City Classic draws entries from across the West — and nationally — for one of the deepest winter weekends on the calendar. Superintendent is Onofrio Dog Shows; AKC event status is currently Pended.

At a glance

  • Where: Portland Metropolitan Exposition Center, 2050-2060 North Marine Dr, Portland, OR 97217 (indoors)
  • When: Thursday, January 21 – Sunday, January 24, 2027
  • Entries close: Wednesday, January 6, 2027 (superintendent Onofrio Dog Shows)
  • Entry fee: pending the 2027 premium
  • Format: 4 all-breed shows + specialties and group shows

Why go?

Four shows, one roof, deep entries. The Rose City Classic is the West’s January destination: four consecutive all-breed shows mean class dogs get four real chances at majors in a single trip, and the entry depth regularly supports them.

The specialties. Concurrent specialty and group shows run alongside the all-breed weekend, so breed exhibitors get their specialty weekend and four all-breed shots in one trip.

Portland in January. The Expo Center sits minutes off I-5 in North Portland with a deep bench of dog-friendly hotels within a mile or two — the logistics are built for a four-day winter circuit.

Day by day

One all-breed show each day, January 21–24, with specialties and group shows alongside. Day-by-day club assignments arrive with the 2027 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 January 6)

Entries close Wednesday, January 6, 2027, through superintendent Onofrio Dog Shows, L.L.C. — online at onofrio.com or by mail. Entry fees and classes will be published in the 2027 premium list.

Staying in Portland

The shows are held at the Portland Metropolitan Exposition Center, 2050-2060 North Marine Dr, Portland, OR 97217, just off I-5 in North Portland near the Columbia River.

Hotels: seven dog-friendly hotels sit within about 10 minutes of the Expo Center, including the Fairfield Inn & Suites Portland North ($75 dog fee per stay), Courtyard by Marriott Portland North, Oxford Suites Portland–Jantzen Beach, Rodeway Inn & Suites Portland–Jantzen Beach, Holiday Inn Express Portland–Jantzen Beach, Country Inn & Suites Delta Park North Portland, and the Comfort Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown across the I-5 bridge. Fly into Portland International (PDX). Always confirm the current pet policy when booking.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Rose City Classic?

It is a four-show all-breed AKC cluster held January 21–24, 2027, at the Portland Metropolitan Exposition Center in Portland, Oregon — hosted by the Dog Fanciers Association of Oregon and McKenzie Cascade Dog Fanciers. One all-breed show per day, Thursday through Sunday.

When is the 2027 Rose City Classic?

Thursday, January 21 through Sunday, January 24, 2027. Day-by-day club assignments and the specialty lineup will be confirmed when the 2027 premium publishes.

Are entries still open for the 2027 Rose City Classic?

Yes — entries close Wednesday, January 6, 2027, through superintendent Onofrio Dog Shows (online at onofrio.com or by mail). Entry fees are pending the 2027 premium. Note: AKC event status is currently Pended.

Why do exhibitors travel to the Rose City Classic?

Four consecutive all-breed shows with deep entries make it one of the West’s best January majors opportunities, plus concurrent specialties and group shows — a full winter circuit in a single trip.

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 at the Portland Expo Center.

Where do exhibitors stay for the Rose City Classic?

Seven dog-friendly hotels sit within about 10 minutes of the Expo Center, including the Fairfield Inn & Suites Portland North, Courtyard by Marriott Portland North, Oxford Suites and Rodeway Inn at Jantzen Beach, and the Comfort Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown across the I-5 bridge. Fly into Portland International (PDX).

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