For more than 80 years, Purina has been a leader in pet care and nutrition. And with 15 years of experience hosting outdoor dog shows and performance events, Purina has forged strong relationships throughout the community. With the establishment of the Purina Event Center, this commitment is stronger than ever.
Located on 350 acres of gentle, rolling hills, the Purina Event Center is a world-class indoor facility with all the amenities to make every show exceptional. Combined with Purina Farms outdoor competition venues, the Purina Event Center will be able to accommodate activities such as conformation, obedience, flying disc, tracking, diving dog, agility, herding, lure coursing, and earthdog.
With the Purina Event Center, we look forward to helping you have a successful event. Reserve the Purina Event Center today by calling 1-888-688-PETS (7387).
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We strive to provide the best experience available. For more information or to book an event, contact Kaite Flamm, Purina Event Center Manager at 1-888-688-PETS (7387) or email her at kaite.flamm@purina.nestle.com
The Great Hall is a spectacular, 45,000 square-foot exhibition space with custom-textured, sport flooring that is padded for comfort and safety. State-of-the-art ventilation system provides a comfortable showing environment.
Founder’s Room offers clubs an ideal space for banquets, seminars and meetings, and can accommodate over 300 guests. This room is AV-equipped and offers a phenomenal view of all activities taking place below.
The lighting in both exhibition spaces is designed to approximate natural sunlight, for showcasing dogs’ coats.
Gateway Hall is a 13,500 square-foot benching and grooming area with easy access to the Dog Bathing Room. Ample electricity accommodates more than 150 grooming spaces. Smaller shows can also be hosted in this hall.
The Purina Event Center is designed to host a variety of canine activities from conformation shows to performance events such as obedience and agility.
The Pro Plan® Hospitality room offers exhibitors and Purina Pro Club® members a relaxing place to gather.
The Dog Bathing Room features six tubs and two sinks and is equipped for both right and left-handed exhibitors.
Seating in the Checkerboard Café offers a view of The Great Hall along with a good menu selection of moderately-priced items.
Two special tribute walkways lead to the north and south entrances: the Walk of Champions and Path of Honor.
- 74 full-service RV hookups (50 amp electric,water and sewer)
- Multiple drop-off lanes for use of exhibitors unloading pets and equipment
- Handler changing rooms
- Dog watering station
- Outdoor x-pens in close proximity to grooming area
- Service Center with exam room, meeting space, showering facilities and dog bathing tubs
- Open, grassy area for walking and exercising dogs
- Secure Club storage room for prizes, trophies and other valuables
- Free wireless internet access both indoors and in the RV lot
- Fully-equipped show office with built-in sound system, and ample work and storage space
- Complimentary agility and obedience equipment, ring gating, tables and seating for 200
- Ample parking for exhibitors and visitors
- Hotels, campgrounds and restaurants within 10 miles