National Show 2026
The 2026 National Show will be held on the 7th to the 9th of August 2026 at Bendigo Showgrounds.
KEY INFORMATION:
HALTER SHOW: JUDGES: NATASHA CLARK (AUS) & MARY JO SMITH (UK)
SHOW DATES: 7th – 9th August 2026
NATIONAL AUCTION: 8th August 2026 – 6pm
AAA MEMBER SOIREE: 8th August 2026 – 7:30pm
LOCATION: Bendigo Showgrounds
FLEECE SHOW: JUDGES: Rubey Williams (AUS)
FLEECE TESTING: 4th – 5th July 2026
FLEECE JUDGING: 24th – 26th July 2026
FLEECE DROP OFF LOCATION: Ashbourne Alpacas
YOUR CONVENING TEAM:
CONVENORS: Darren & Rebecca Hard
FLEECE CONVENOR: Jillian Elwers
SPONSORSHIP/NATIONAL AUCTION/SOIREE: Shane Carey/ Samantha Hood
ART & PHOTOGRAPHY CONVENOR: Sharon Dawson
CHIEF STEWARD: Shane Carey
SPONSORSHIPS
🍾TITLE SPONSOR FOR AUCTION & SOIREE – Ultimate promotion & media package, meal & beverage package, premium marketing package including in the ring signage, announcements, special features in AAA social media and marketing, ringside booth with table, chairs & heater and trade stand in commercial district, penning & power package if exhibiting.
💎 DIAMOND SPONSOR – (replaces Gold) – Premium Ringside booth, chairs, table & heater, pen & power package, food & beverage package, continuous promotion as part of NAS promotions & media campaign, social media promotion, banner with link on AAA website, in the ring signage, sponsor announcements throughout the weekend, space on Meet the Sponsor’s table.
🥇 GOLD SPONSOR – Exclusive naming rights to the Supreme Huacaya Championship or Supreme Suri Championship, pen & power package, Beverage package (no food), continuous promotion as part of NAS promotions & media campaign, access to the Meet the Sponsors ringside table.
🥈 SILVER SPONSOR – Naming Rights for one the following: Supreme Huacaya Fleece, Supreme Suri Fleece, Youth Show Sponsor, Fiber & crafts Show sponsor, Art & photography show sponsor. AAA website & social media promotion, ringside signage, Meet the Sponsors ringside table.
🥉 BRONZE SPONSOR – Champion and Reserve males and females in huacaya or suri as well as corresponding age fleece champion or best of colour in halter and fleece classes. Promotional material displayed on the Meet the Sponsors ringside table, logo on AAA website NAS page, social media promotion, livestream coverage during intervals, sponsor acknowledgement during presentations
🐾 FRIENDS OF THE SHOW – Open to regions for members seeking cost effective inclusivity, your stud’s name and logo listed under your Regional Banner, Promotion across AAA website (NAS page) and show catalogue, NAS promotion & social media, ideal for breeders and supporters wanting visibility, access to ‘meet the sponsors’ ringside table & show bag insert.
COMMERCIAL SPONSOR – Promotion across AAA website (NAS page), social media, livestream coverage during intervals, access to ‘meet the sponsors’ ringside table, MC promotion throughout the show, Banner in show catalogue, trade Booth, show bag insert, invitation to Auction & Soiree normally reserved for members only.
Elite Auction
Over the past week you’ve seen the exciting rollout of the elite alpacas and special lots that will feature in the 2026 AAA National Elite Auction. We are now delighted to officially release the 2026 Elite Auction Catalogue!
The catalogue contains everything you need to know, including:
- Auction schedule
- Lot information
- Auction procedures and buyer information
- Telephone bidding and buying order details
You can also view and download the catalogue online via:
- The AAA website
- Nutrien Livestock website
- AAA Facebook and social media pages
A printed copy will also be included in the 2026 National Alpaca Show Catalogue, available to all attendees at the National Show in Bendigo.
Auction Enquiries
If you have questions regarding the auction process, bidding or buyer registration, please contact Wilson Beer directly.
If your enquiry relates to a specific lot, each auction alpaca will be on display throughout the National Show with its vendor in attendance. If you’re unable to attend the show, we encourage you to contact the vendor directly.
Buyer Registration
All prospective buyers must register with Wilson Beer/Nutrien Livestock before bidding.
- Attending in person? Register at the Nutrien trade stand during the National Show.
- Telephone bidding or buying orders? Please complete and return the Buyer Registration/Telephone Bidding Form to Wilson Beer no later than 5:00pm, Thursday 6th August 2026.
Don’t Forget the Soirée!
The Elite Auction will once again be held in conjunction with the National Show Soirée.
If you haven’t already done so, please register for the Soirée through eAlpaca to ensure we can cater for you and so you can enjoy the food, refreshments and fantastic atmosphere as we celebrate the Australian alpaca industry together.
We are incredibly proud of the quality of this year’s catalogue and auction lineup and extend our sincere thanks to our vendors, sponsors, Nutrien Livestock, Wilson Beer and everyone who has contributed to making this event possible.
We look forward to welcoming you to Bendigo and hope you’ll join us for what promises to be a fantastic evening.
📍 Bendigo Showgrounds
📅 Saturday 8th August 2026 6pm
National Art & Photography 2026
2026 National Show Sponsors
Paint Night
