Are you a professional dog groomer looking to sharpen your skills, grow your business, and stay ahead of the latest industry trends? Attending dog grooming events is one of the best ways to invest in your ongoing professional development.
From national dog grooming competitions and trade shows to hands-on workshops and educational seminars, the UK hosts a wide range of annual dog grooming events designed to inspire, educate and connect grooming professionals at every level. Whether you’re a salon owner, self-employed stylist or grooming student, by attending industry exhibitions, championships and dog grooming congresses, you can stay up-to-date with best practice, breed standards, creative styling trends and business strategies that help you stand out in a competitive market.
Below, we’ve rounded up some of the annual dog grooming events in the UK to help you plan your professional calendar.
Is there an event you think should be included? We’d love to hear from you – send your suggestion to marketing@caw.ac.uk
Dog Grooming events in the UK
Dog Grooming Congress
This annual one-day congress for professional dog groomers and students offers live demonstrations, expert speakers, and a wide range of exhibitors showcasing products and tools. Hosted by The College of Animal Welfare, the event is ideal for groomers looking to deepen their skills, connect with peers, and stay up-to-date with industry developments.
Crufts
One of the largest and most prestigious dog events in the UK, held annually at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) in Birmingham. Crufts brings together thousands of dogs from across the UK and beyond for championship judging, agility and obedience competitions, and a huge trade show featuring grooming suppliers and industry services — making it a must-attend for professional groomers looking to discover the latest products, trends, and techniques.
GroomFest
GroomFest is one of the UK’s largest grooming events, featuring demonstrations, trade stands, educational opportunities, and products from leading brands. Designed for groomers, salon owners, and students alike, GroomFest provides inspiration, business insights, and plenty of chances to network with the wider grooming community.
British Dog Grooming Championship
Held annually at the Warwickshire Event Centre, this one-day competitive grooming event draws professional groomers from across the UK who compete for titles like British Groomer of the Year. With competition rings, seminar spaces, and trade stands, it’s a high-energy event that showcases grooming expertise and creativity.
Great British Grooming Show
A regional dog grooming event in the North of England celebrating grooming skills and community. The Great British Grooming Show typically features competitions, demos, and social opportunities for groomers to connect and share inspiration.
Supergroom South West
A regional UK grooming competition that draws groomers from the South West and beyond. With title classes, trade stands and demonstrations, this event provides a competitive and educational platform tailored to professional stylists and passionate hobbyists alike.
The Grooming Show UK
This focused grooming event brings together grooming professionals for education, hands-on seminars, competitive trimming and networking opportunities. It’s a key date for stylists and salon owners to learn new skills and connect with peers.
DogFest
DogFest events take place annually across multiple UK regions and are big pet-friendly festivals featuring breed showcases, local groomers, demos, shopping and entertainment. While not grooming-specific, they can be an excellent opportunity for groomers to promote services, connect with pet owners and grow a local audience.
Is there an event you think should be included? We’d love to hear from you – send your suggestion to marketing@caw.ac.uk