Is Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show coming back?

The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is currently between seasons. The most recent episode aired on May 14, 2024, on Fox Sports 1. As of May 9, 2026, there is no scheduled return date for the next season.

The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is an annual event held at Madison Square Garden in New York City, showcasing purebred dogs in a conformation competition. The show was first held in 1877 and has become one of the longest-running sporting events in the United States, occurring even during wartime. It originated as a show for gun dogs, primarily Setters and Pointers, created by hunters and a kennel club to celebrate and evaluate different breeds.

The event is broadcast on Fox Sports 1, with coverage hosted by David Frei and co-hosted by Mary Carillo. Kelli Stavast serves as the sideline reporter. The show features various dog breeds competing for conformation titles and is a notable fixture in the dog show community. The runtime for the broadcast is approximately 183 minutes.