Hampshire Dog Shows 2026
Dog-Friendly Events & Dog Shows in Hampshire
Looking for dog-friendly events in Hampshire? The dog show season is just starting to warm up, so check out what's happening in 2026!
From countryside fairs to specialist dog festivals, Hampshire is packed with fantastic events for you and your four-legged friend.
Here’s a chronological list of the best dog shows and events in and near Hampshire 2026 – complete with links so you don’t miss out!
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Coast and Country Canines
Join the Coast and Country Canines team at our upcoming events and discover how to enjoy safe, fun and wildlife aware dog walks.
We run free, guided Waggy Walks from spring to autumn - perfect for some safe socialising while picking up practical tips to keep walks wildlife friendly. We also offer subsidised dog training workshops led by trusted, local professionals, covering essential skills such as improving recall and loose lead walking.
Visit our events page to book Waggy Walks, explore upcoming workshops, and see where else we’ll be popping up throughout the year. Your dog’s wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do, with every event thoughtfully planned around canine welfare.
Find out more here!
Dogs Day Out Worldham
9th-10th May 2026, East Worldham, Alton, GU34 3AT
This 2 day annual event is for all dog enthusiasts — with something for all the family!
Get ready for a fun-packed line-up of dog-friendly adventures — from agility runs and jaw-dropping demos to tasty treats, top-notch shopping, inspiring talks and activities for the whole family.
Find out more here!
May 2026
Hairy Hounz Fun Dog Show
📆 Saturday 16th May 11am - 4pm (Fun Dog Show starts at 12:30)
📌 North Baddesley Recreation Ground, Castle Lane, SO52 9LY
Lots of stalls and entertainment. Fun day out for the whole family.
Goodwoof
📆 Saturday 16th & Sunday 17th May
📌 The Kennels, Goodwood, Chichester, PO18 0PJ
The "ultimate dog’s day out" set on the stunning Goodwood Estate. Highlights include world-class displays, a giant breed parade, racing, wellness experiences, and unique "doga" classes.
Find out more: goodwood.com/goodwoof
Broughton Village Fete & Dog Show
📆 Sunday 17th May 12-3pm
📌 Broughton Village Hall, SO20 8BX
This event is a great, fun packed day out for the whole family with BBQ, refreshments, cake stall, ice-cream and candy floss, brass band, fire engine, tractors, dog show, maypole, games, bouncy castles, books, tug of war, pony rides, raffle and much more!
New Forest Bloodhounds Horse & Dog Show
📆 Sunday 24th May, 9:00
📌New Park, Brockenhurst SO42 7QH
Fun and friendly show for all. Entries on the day.
Dogstival
📆 SAT 30TH & SUN 31ST MAY 2026
📌BURLEY PARK, NEW FOREST
A "bonkers" festival in the heart of the New Forest featuring pop-up beaches, doggy foam parties, and over 130 retailers. Includes breed meets and a fun dog show where every entry receives a rosette.
Find out more: dogstival.co.uk
June 2026
The East Stratton Village Fete & Dog Show
📆 Saturday 6th June 13:00-16:00
📌 Village Green, The Northbrook Arms, SO21 3DU
Come along for a wonderful afternoon of traditional village fete fun including live music, a grand raffle with superb prizes, fresh produce and plant stalls, a coconut shy, tractor rides, and of course the dog show!
Free entry and parking
Save the date and bring your friends, family and four-legged companions!
Hiltingbury Fun Dog Show
📆 Sunday 21st June 10:30am–4:30pm
📌 The Hilt, Hiltingbury, SO53 5NP
Come along for a fun, family-friendly dog show with a range of categories to enter, plus entertainment, stalls, food and plenty for dog lovers to enjoy throughout the day.
A lovely local event for anyone who fancies a relaxed day out with their dog and the chance to take part in a proper community dog show.
Save the date and bring your best-behaved, scruffiest, waggiest or most charming companion!
July 2026
Summer Fun & Dog Show at The Brickworks Museum
📆 Sunday 12th July 2026, 11:00–16:00
📌 The Brickworks Museum, Swanwick Lane, Southampton, SO31 7HB
Come along for a summer day out at The Brickworks Museum, with family activities, heritage displays, refreshments and a fun dog show with light-hearted classes including Best Trick, Best Junior, Child Handler and Veteran.
Entries are available on the day or in advance by email, so it’s an easy one to pop in the diary.
Save the date and bring the whole family, paws included!
New Forest & Hampshire County Show
📆 Tuesday 28th – Thursday 30th July 2026
📌 New Park, Brockenhurst, SO42 7QH
Come along for one of Hampshire’s best-loved country shows, with livestock, local food, shopping, countryside displays, family entertainment and a dedicated Dog Ring featuring dog activities, demonstrations and classes.
It’s a big day out with plenty to see, so ideal if you want to make a proper summer outing of it with your dog.
Save the date for three days of New Forest showground fun!
August 2026
Burley Village Show
📆 Saturday 1st August 2026, gates open 12:30
📌 Manor Park, Burley, New Forest
Come along for a traditional New Forest village show, with arena events, local stalls, refreshments, family entertainment and a friendly Fun Dog Show starting in the afternoon.
Pay on the gate and enjoy a relaxed summer day out in Burley with your family, friends and four-legged companions.
Save the date and bring your dog along for the fun!
September 2026
The Alresford Show
📆 Saturday 5th September
📌 Tichborne Park, Alresford, SO24 0PN
A traditional agricultural show and celebration of rural Hampshire life. Alongside livestock and horses, the show hosts a popular fun dog show in the afternoon for local pet owners.
Find out more: alresfordshow.co.uk
Back of Beyond's End of Summer Fete
📆 Sunday 6th September
📌 Back of Beyond Touring & Glamping Park, 234a Ringwood Road, BH24 2SB
Join us for a little Summer Fete with some party games, a dog competition, treasure hunt and much more.
Plan Your 2026 Dog-Friendly Adventures!
📆 Whether you’re looking for a dog show to enter, a festival to attend, or just a great day out with fellow dog lovers, Hampshire’s 2026 event calendar is packed with fantastic options. 🐾
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🔹 Bring your pup along and enjoy these pawsome events! 🐶✨
💡 Know a great dog-friendly event in Hampshire that we’ve missed? Let us know, and we’ll add it to the list!
🐕 See you and your pup at one of Hampshire’s best dog-friendly events in 2026! 🐾🎉
🏆 The Mutterly Show-Day Toolkit
Planning your trip? Don't forget:
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The Survival Guide: Everything from what to pack to keeping your dog cool. Read the Guide
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The Post-Show Debrief: Discover the best dog-friendly pubs in the area. Find Me a Pub
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Energy Burn: Book a 30-minute private run at a nearby secure field before the gates open. Find a Field
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Last-Minute Grooming: Find a local, force-free groomer for a quick "bath and brush." Search Groomers