RAWF National Holstein Shows

National Holstein Shows: November 13-14, 2025

The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair held annually in November is home to the two National Holstein Shows held in Canada, administered by Holstein Canada. Dairy cattle shows play an important role in the promotion and improvement of the Holstein breed and the National Holstein Shows (Black and White & Red and White) play an integral role in bringing together the best animals from across Canada and North America for the final show of the year.

EXHIBITORS INFORMATION

Entries for the 2025 Royal Agricultural Winter Fair are open!
📆Early entry deadline: 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟕𝐭𝐡
‼️Final deadline: 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟑𝟏𝐬𝐭 (late fee applied)

Selection of Judges

Holstein Canada is responsible for the selection of the judges for the National Holstein shows. Holstein Canada’s Show Committee is responsible for suggesting 3 names each year for the official ballot, which is then voted on by exhibitors. One Official Judge is selected to officiate the National Red & White Holstein Show. One Official Judge is selected to officiate the National Black and White Holstein Show and the Official Judge personally selects the Associate Judge who must be an Official Judge on their respective country’s judging list.

Judging Information:

National Red and White Show:
Date: Thursday, November 13, 2025
Time: 7:30 a.m – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Semex Ring of Excellence
Judge: Steve Fraser, Fergus, ON

National Holstein Show – Heifers
Date: Thursday, November 13, 2025
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Semex Ring of Excellence
Judge: Joel Lepage, Amqui, QC
Associate Judge: Jean-Philippe Proulx, Saint-Placide, QC

National Holstein Show – Cows
Date: Friday, November 14, 2025
Time: 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location: Coca-Cola Coliseum
Judge: Joel Lepage, Amqui, QC
Associate Judge: Jean-Philippe Proulx, Saint-Placide, QC