On Sunday 29 November 2026, Belgian Cat Fanciers will organise the International Pedigree Cat Show at Antwerp Expo, Hall 2. This cat show brings together more than 300 pedigree cats representing around 20 different cat breeds from Belgium, the Netherlands, France and Germany.
During the International Pedigree Cat Show, visitors can discover a wide variety of cat breeds, ranging from well-known pedigree cats to rarer breeds. Exhibitors provide information about the cats, their temperament, care and breed standards. For cat lovers, families and anyone interested in learning more about pedigree cats, this is a unique event in Antwerp.
Pedigree cats and Best in Show at Antwerp Expo
The exhibition takes place at Antwerp Expo, Jan van Rijswijcklaan 191, Antwerp. The venue is open to visitors from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Throughout the day, different cat breeds will be judged and presented, including categories such as Persian Longhair, Exotic Shorthair, Shorthair, Forest Cats and Semi-Longhair. A separate Best in Show competition for kittens will also be held, depending on the number of entries in each class.
Antwerp Expo is one of Antwerp's best-known event venues and regularly hosts major exhibitions, trade fairs and public events. The venue is easily accessible by car, taxi and public transport, making it simple to combine the cat show with a day out in Antwerp.
Combine the cat show with a stay in Antwerp
Visitors attending the International Pedigree Cat Show Antwerp 2026 can easily combine the event with a weekend or city trip in Antwerp. Besides the exhibition at Antwerp Expo, the city offers excellent shopping, restaurants, museums and cultural attractions. From the historic city centre and the Meir shopping street to the area around Antwerp Central Station, Antwerp is the perfect destination for a short city break.
Are you visiting the International Pedigree Cat Show and looking for a hotel near Antwerp Expo? Hyllit Hotel Antwerp offers a comfortable stay in the heart of Antwerp, within walking distance of Antwerp Central Station, the Meir, restaurants and major attractions. Thanks to its central location, the hotel is the ideal base for visitors wishing to combine the cat show with an enjoyable stay in Antwerp.