The National Jersey Show at the Royal
November 13-14, 2026

Date: Friday, November 13, 2026 at 4:00PM

Judge: Jonathan Rylaarsdam, Winchester, Ontario

Eligibility: The 2026 Jersey Junior Showmanship Competition is open to contestants 6 to 21 years of age as of January 1st, 2026.

Classes:

• Pee-Wee: 6–8 years
• Novice: 9–11 years
• Junior: 12-14 years
• Intermediate: 15-17 years
• Senior: 18-21 years

*Note: Ages are as of January 1, 2026 and classes have been modified, with the inclusion of an Intermediate aged class.

Entry Deadline: Friday, October 16th, 2026 *no late entries

Showmanship Fee: $20 due with entry or can be billed to your Jersey Canada account.

If you require a calf, please let us know and don't forget to bring your show harness!

NOTE: Animals used for showmanship on Friday November 13 are required to be entered in the National Jersey Show on Saturday November 14.

Date: Saturday November 14, 2026, 7:00AM-5:00PM

Judge: Kyle Rivington, Carp, Ontario
Associate Judge: Brian Rivington, Carp, Ontario

Entry Deadline: Friday, October 16th, 2026
Entry Fee: $85
Late Entry: Late entries will be $265 per entry until October, 31st.

Entries open September 8^th, 2026

Chelsea Hotel Group Rate Link
Call 1800-243-5732 or 416-595-1975 (Res ID: RAW103026A)
Deadline: October 5, 2026

Jersey Canada is always looking for volunteers to assist at the show. If you would like to help with the National Jersey Show (awards, runners, pooper scooper, etc.) contact Phyllis  (519) 821-1020 (ext 100).