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1 March

Night of Nights 2024

A spectacular event hosted by Dogs Victoria which is open to 'best in show' or 'puppy in show' winners at a championship show

(including group & breed specialties) held in Victoria in 2024. Dogs must be registered to a Dogs Victoria membership at the time of qualifying.

Held on Saturday 1 March 2025 at KCC Park in Skye in the Boxhall Pavilion, this event is a ‘knock out’ style conformation show where three mystery judges judge the winning puppies and dogs from 2024 and then crown the winners with Top Puppy and Top Dog for 2024.

Click here to view the list of TOP PUPPY qualifiers from 2024

Click here to view the list of TOP DOG qualifiers from 2024

Those who are eligible to enter will receive an email invitation including the unique Show Manager link required to enter.

Entries Close Wednesday 12 February 2025

Dog entry fee $25 per exhibit (includes catalogue)

Spectator Ticket $5

Catalogue $10

Ring side tables $110 (limited availability)

General public can purchase spectator tickets and catalogue online via Show Manager HERE.

Doors Open 2pm on the day

Top Puppy Check In 2.30pm - 3.30pm / Top Dog Check In 2.30pm - 5.30pm

Top Puppy of the Year - Commences 4pm / Top Dog of the Year - Commences 7pm

Catering - food and beverage trucks will be available at the event for people to purchase food & drinks throughout the afternoon and evening

Dress Code - Semi Formal (dress to impress!)

Three mystery judges will be judging the event

Proudly sponsored by Royal Canin

If you believe your dog or puppy has qualified and you have not received your email invitation please contact the Dogs Victoria office on 9788 2500 or email events@dogsvictoria.org.au. You will need to provide a copy of your Best in Show or Puppy in Show certificate.

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