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2026 Mazuri AOA National Alpaca Show
Breeders and alpaca lovers from across the country will gather in Fort Wayne, Indiana, for the 37th annual Mazuri AOA National Alpaca Show, presented by Cedar & Sage Alpacas, Red Granite Ranch, and Tierra Prometida Alpacas.
More than 500 Huacaya and Suri alpacas will compete for the honor of National Supreme Champion, judged on excellence in conformation and fleece quality.
Beyond the show ring, visitors can explore a vibrant marketplace featuring luxurious alpaca yarn, soft socks, warm apparel, and one-of-a-kind alpaca gifts.
Families will love the Alpaca Selfie Booth, open all weekend for memorable photos with these gentle animals. Educational displays and interactive opportunities make the show a meaningful outing for all ages.
Join us for this one-of-a-kind celebration of alpacas and the community that raises them.
Event Details
March 13–15, 2026
War Memorial Coliseum
4000 Parnell Avenue
Fort Wayne, Indiana 46805
Hours
Friday & Saturday • 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday • 8:00 a.m. – Noon
Admission
Free
Facility Parking per Day $8.00
Nationals Education Schedule
Thursday, March 12
Show Ring Protocol: Competing With Confidence with Laurel Shouvlin
3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. • Suri Ring
Friday, March 13
Vendors Open
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. • Exhibitor Hall
Pin Loom Weaving: Small Squares, Endless Possibilities – Hands-On with Char Johnson
8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. • Fiber Booth
Creating Art Batts: Blending Color, Texture, and Imagination – Live Demo with Char Johnson
10:30 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. • Fiber Booth
Exclusive Educational Seminar with SGS New Zealand
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. • Suri Ring
The Joy of Spinning: Finding Peace in Fiber – Spinning Wheel Demo with Char Johnson
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. • Fiber Booth
Weaving on a Rigid Heddle Loom – Hands-On with Char Johnson
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. • Fiber Booth
Marketing Photos 101: Lighting & Angles for What Buyers Want To See with Cadence Rarden
3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. • AOA Lounge
Alpaca 101: Getting Started with Alpacas – What You Need To Know with Scott Miller
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. • AOA Lounge
Saturday, March 14
Vendors Open
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. • Exhibitor Hall
Create Your Own Needle Felted Project with Char Johnson
9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. • Fiber Booth
Weaving on a Table Top Tapestry Loom – Hands-On with Char Johnson
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. • Fiber Booth
Alpaca 101: Getting Started with Alpacas – What You Need To Know with Scott Miller
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. • AOA Lounge
Knitting/Crocheting Circle Lunch Social
11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. • Fiber Booth
Creating Art Batts: Blending Color, Texture, and Imagination – Live Demo with Char Johnson
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. • Fiber Booth
Roundtable with AOA Executive Director
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. • AOA Lounge
The Joy of Spinning: Finding Peace in Fiber – Spinning Wheel Demo with Char Johnson
3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. • Fiber Booth
Sunday, March 15
Vendors Open
8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. • Exhibitor Hall
Interactive Fiber Arts Booth Open
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. • Fiber Booth
Special Events
Don't miss these special events during the weekend.
Open all Weekend
Alpaca Selfie Booth
The highly anticipated Alpaca Selfie Booth is back, offering visitors the chance to snap a memorable selfie with a friendly alpaca!
Best of all, the Alpaca Selfie Booth is completely free of charge, so don’t miss your opportunity to capture a fun moment with these adorable animals. It’s a fan favorite, and it’s sure to be a highlight of the event!
Saturday, March 15
Alpaca Costume Contest
Join the fun at the National Show with our Alpaca Costume Contest, where participants of all ages team up with their alpacas to showcase their creativity! Contestants will dress their alpacas in imaginative costumes, with judging based on the comfort and safety of the animals, including how well they tolerate accessories on their head, legs, and feet.
Don’t miss out on the chance to see a dazzling array of costumes and creative designs as alpacas and their handlers compete for the top prize.
Open all Weekend
Scavenger Hunt for Kids
Bring the kids to the AOA booth for an exciting scavenger hunt! Explore the event, find all the hidden items, and earn a fun Alpaca Activity Book as your prize. It’s a great way to engage young minds while enjoying the show!
