Annual Buckeye Alpaca Show * Summit County Fairgrounds 2026
About Buckeye Alpaca Fall Fest 2026
The 9th annual Buckeye Alpaca Fall Fest is a regional celebration of the alpaca industry, focused on welcoming and mentoring breeders of all sizes and experience levels. Organized by Buckeye Alpaca Show, Inc., a 501(c)(3) public charity, the show has donated $120,000 to date to the Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine for large-animal veterinary scholarships.
Dates and venue
Show dates: November 7–8, 2026. Registration opens September 1. Location: Arena Complex, Summit County Fairgrounds, Tallmadge, Ohio (northeast Ohio near Akron). Admission and parking are free.
Program
The Fall Fest integrates small-breeder classes with regular halter classes so peer groups are judged separately, then come together for championships. Offerings include:
- Small breeder halter classes
- Youth and adult performance classes
- Walking fleece show classes
- Live auction Saturday evening
- Meet & greet / exhibitor parties Friday and Saturday evenings
- Friday education sessions (3:30–5:00 PM) with Senior Judge Wade Gease and industry speakers
Stall and display spaces are available (9' × 9' stalls and display space). Vendor and farm sponsorship packages are offered.
Contact
Details, registration, and sponsorship information are on the official Fall Fest site.
Register for entry or booths
Venue Map and Hotels Around
Tallmadge - Summit County Fairgrounds, Ohio, United States