Crufts 2026 Schedule Announced
Crufts is back from Thursday, March 5 to Sunday, March 8, 2026, at the NEC in Birmingham. The first scheduled competition is set to begin at 8:15 AM on March 5, with the last event concluding at 7:25 PM on March 8.
Doors will open at 8:15 AM each day, allowing attendees to enjoy a full day of events. Daily activities will last until 8:05 PM, except for Sunday when they will continue until 8:30 PM.
The schedule for the event features a variety of competitions across the four days. March 5 will showcase the Working and Pastoral groups, while March 6 will highlight the Terrier and Hound groups. The Utility and Toy groups will take the stage on March 7, culminating in the Gundog group and the Best in Show on March 8.
Notable competitions include the Joe Cartledge Memorial International Junior Handling competition, which will start at 8:30 AM on March 6. Group Judging for the Terrier and Hound groups is scheduled for 6:25 PM and 7:15 PM respectively on the same day.
The Best in Show winner will be announced at 8:30 PM on March 8, marking a highlight of the event. This year’s Crufts will also celebrate a significant milestone, as it marks the 35th year that Crufts has called the NEC its home.
Crufts is an annual event celebrating dog breeds and competitions, drawing participants and spectators from around the world. As the event approaches, further details regarding specific competitions and participants are anticipated.
Details remain unconfirmed.
