2026 Barn Hunt National

The 2026 Barn Hunt National will take place October 23-25, at the Central building Ozarks Empire Fairgrounds, hosted by the Ozarks Mischief Barn Hunt Club. The National is a non-regular event where the best of the best in Barn Hunt are tested on a series of courses over three days to achieve Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals in Grand National, Games, and Versatility.

Central Building

The Central building is 150 x 300 with a separate bathroom facility that has recently been remodeled.

Ring Layout (tentative, may change at any time)

To be updated

Grounds layout

2025 National Rules (2026 rules coming soon)

2026 Premium

Special Entry Note: All entries into the 2026 Barn Hunt National will be electronic via Secreterrier.

Schedule

National Merch & Annual Awards Banquet Tickets

• The banquet tickets are on the merch page! T-shirts are only for pre-order, there will not be shirts available at the Event.

Special Stories

Each year, we feature up to 5 special dogs and people in the sport. How has Barn Hunt changed your, and your dog's, lives? If you would like to be considered for a Special Story, or would like to nominate a friend, please send an email to info@barnhunt.com. Nominations currently closed.

Instructions:

• Your description must be 50 words or less.
• You must include one photo, as high res as possible (if your photo is less than 2 megs in size, it is likely not high enough resolution). You must have photographer permission to use.
• Deadline September 15, 2025.

Entry Qualifications

Entry qualifications coming soon. The National opens July 1 and closes August 31. There will be a staged opening with preference given to Dogs with Gold Medals from the previous year's National and Regional Byes, then an order to be determined. The National will fill when entry limits are met.

Location

Ozark Empire Fairgroundsz
Central Building
3001 N. Grant
Springfield, MO 65803

The NADD National will be held in conjunction with the Barn Hunt National.

NOTE: We unfortunately will not be able to reschedule individual runs around the NADD National from our end, with the possible exception of their Finals. Please keep in mind if entering both events that the Barn Hunt run order will take priority. NADD will work with competitors.

RV Info

Look to the Premium for more information.

Springfield Facts

Springfield is alive with history from Wilson's Creek National Battlefield to the birthplace of Route 66. Springfield has the only drive through cave, Fantastic Caverns, which is dog friendly! We are home of several breweries that are also pet friendly. While here, one would be remiss if they didn't see the original home of Bass Pro where polite, leashed dogs are welcome. There are many beautiful parks as well. For more fun things to do with your dog while here, visit Springfield MO Pet Friendly.

The Springfield Airport services American, Delta, Allegiant, and United with non stops to many major hubs. http://www.flyspringfield.com/airlines.

There are many hotels and restaurants near the fairgrounds.

Weather in Springfield in mid-November averages 30s for lows and 50s for highs. Spingfield weather can be variable, so layers and rain gear are strongly encouraged.

Judges

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• Course 4:
• Hurdles 1:
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• Team:
• General Relief:
  

National Committee

• Trial Chair: Christan Fowler
• Trial secretary: Jennifer Kimberlin
• Committee: Karen Fashing, Misty Bowen, Dan Wright,  Heather Ferrier, Joyce Criswell, Jodie Payne, Amanda Stone, Darrah Chambers,  Janet Williams