Gray Summit, Missouri • January 30–31, 2027
Two all-breed days at Purina Farms — one of the country’s best show venues.
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What is the St. Charles Kennel Club show?
The St. Charles (MO) Kennel Club, Inc.’s January weekend — two all-breed shows, Saturday and Sunday, January 30–31, 2027, at the Purina Event Center on Purina Farms in Gray Summit, Missouri. Purina Farms is one of the best dog-show venues in the country: climate-controlled rings, an on-site cafeteria, acres of exercise space, and RV lots right on the grounds.
In 2026 the club’s January shows included a 4–6 Month Beginner Puppy competition both days and a Gateway Vizsla Club specialty alongside Saturday’s show — 2027 concurrent events are pending.
The two days, day by day
- Sat, Jan 30 — St. Charles (MO) Kennel Club, all-breed show
- Sun, Jan 31 — St. Charles (MO) Kennel Club, all-breed show
Can you still enter?
Yes. As of mid-October 2026, entries are open. Entries close Wednesday, January 13, 2027, through superintendent Foy Trent Dog Shows. Entry fees have not been published yet.
See the full show page for the day-by-day schedule, the premium list when it posts, and entry details.
RV parking at Purina Farms
Purina Farms has two overnight RV lots: the Full Service Purina Event Center lot (30/50-amp electric, water, and sewer) and the Electric Only Main Show Field lot. Prior-year rates were $35–$45/night for full service and $25/night for electric only, reserved through Purina at [email protected] or (866) 979-2488. The 2027 rates will be in the premium list. Many exhibitors never leave the grounds all weekend.
Planning your visit
Purina Farms is at 300 Checkerboard Drive (Highway MM), Gray Summit, MO — about 40 minutes west of St. Louis off I-44, and the nearest major airport is St. Louis Lambert (STL). Admission to the Purina Farms grounds is free, and the venue is one of the most spectator-friendly in the sport.
Why go
Two winter all-breed days without winter weather worries: everything happens indoors at a purpose-built show venue, with real food, real bathrooms, and your RV fifty yards from the rings. For Midwest exhibitors, it’s the civilized way to show in January.
Frequently asked questions
When and where is the St. Charles Kennel Club dog show 2027?
January 30–31, 2027, at the Purina Event Center on Purina Farms, 300 Checkerboard Drive, Gray Summit, MO 63039, hosted by the St. Charles (MO) Kennel Club, Inc. Two all-breed shows run Saturday and Sunday.
Can I still enter?
Yes — as of mid-October 2026, entries are open. Entries close Wednesday, January 13, 2027, through superintendent Foy Trent Dog Shows. Entry fees have not been published yet.
Is there RV parking?
Yes — Purina Farms has two overnight RV lots (full service and electric-only). Prior-year rates were $35–$45/night full service and $25/night electric-only, reserved through Purina. 2027 rates will be in the premium list.
What else was at the 2026 shows?
The January 2026 edition included a 4–6 Month Beginner Puppy competition both days and a Gateway Vizsla Club specialty on Saturday. 2027 concurrent events are pending.
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