NSFRC 2026 ARBA Convention Schedule | Reno, Nevada

NSFRC 2026 ARBA Convention Schedule

Reno, Nevada • October 24–28, 2026

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Activities Available During Convention

NSFRC Booth

  • Silver Fox breed and membership information
  • Merchandise sales and convention schedule
  • Silent auction

Youth Activity

NSFRC youth activities and educational displays will be available during convention.


Reno Convention Merchandise

No matter how you’re traveling to this year’s ARBA Convention, we’ll make sure you look FLY in Reno!

Show your support for the 3rd showing of the Blue COD in Reno with our special merchandise selections, featuring an ear tattoo of “3RD SHOWING” in the Blue’s ear. 😉

NEW: Print-On-Demand Merchandise

  • All orders will ship directly to you.
  • Convention pickup will not be available.
  • These special items will not be kept in stock at the convention.

Order Your Reno Swag

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Thursday, October 22
  • Showroom opens to accept animals — 6 pm
  • Showroom check-in ends — 10 pm
Friday, October 23
  • Showroom opens to accept animals — 8 am
  • Showroom check-in ends — 10 pm
Saturday, October 24
  • Showroom opens to accept animals — 6:30 am
  • Showroom check-in ends — 4 pm
  • Showroom closes — 7 pm
Sunday, October 25

Showroom Opens Sunday, 6:30 am

Silver Fox Judging TBA

  • Open Silver Fox judging will begin at a time to be announced and will be judged by Brian Coates.
  • Youth Silver Fox judging will follow the Open show and will be judged by Jeff Albright.
  • Risa Bayliff, Kara Wintersteen and Hannah Ramirez will assist the judges behind the tables.
  • Volunteers will be needed as runners to bring rabbits from the cages to the judging table.

2026 NSFRC Convention Show Awards

Award Provided By
Best of Breed (BOB) ARBA Special & NSFRC
BOSB ARBA Special & NSFRC
BOV – Black, Chocolate & Blue COD NSFRC
BOSV – Black, Chocolate & Blue COD NSFRC
Best Fur – Black, Chocolate & Blue COD NSFRC
Best of the Best NSFRC
Best of Each Class – Sr., Int. & Jr. NSFRC

NSFRC Member Food During Judging 11 am

  • The club will provide sub sandwiches for current club members and judges.

Showroom Closes Sunday, 6 pm

NSFRC Banquet at Great Basin Brewing Co.Sunday, Oct 25 at 6 pm

Join us for a fun evening catching up with friends and fellow Silver Fox breeders!

All-you-can-eat pizza and fountain drinks

  • Tickets are $25 per person and must be purchased in advance to help the restaurant accommodate our group.
  • Gluten-free options are available.
  • Sweepstakes awards will be presented.
  • Convention show awards will be presented to the respective winners.
  • Alcohol is available separately. Drink tickets are $10 each and may be purchased at the restaurant.
  • Address: 5525 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89502
  • Great Basin Brewing Co. information
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Monday, October 26

Showroom Opens 6:30 am

NSFRC General Membership Meeting 11:30 am - 1 pm & A20

  • Annual club meeting and membership updates
    • Coming soon: 2025 Meeting Minutes digitally
    • Coming soon: 2026 General Meeting Agenda digitally
  • Chick-fil-A will be served at the beginning of the meeting. The meal will include a large nugget tray with two sauces, a small macaroni and cheese tray, a large fruit tray, a large garden salad tray with two dressings, and two gallons each of sweet tea and lemonade.
  • Referral program awards will be presented, gifts cards of $75, $50 and $25 - This award goes to the top 3 members that have referred breeders to join the NSFRC club. Folks joining the club are encouraged to fill in the Membership Referral Name on the online form.
  • Youth Scholarship Recipient will be awarded $1,000
    • Are you a high school senior, college freshman or in trade school?

    • Your Board of Directors recently revised and simplified the scholarship application process. One of the biggest changes is a shorter membership requirement, making more members eligible to apply.
    • Whether you plan to attend a trade school, community college, or four-year university, your national club wants to support your pursuit of higher education. Don’t miss this opportunity—get started on your application today!
    • Youth Scholarship Form

Rabbit Best in Show 3 pm & Mt Rose Lobby Ballroom

Silver Fox Showcase / Auction TIME TBA

Silver Fox rabbits and approved auction items. Final submission and bidding information will be added when confirmed.

Showroom Closes 6 pm

Tuesday, October 27

Showroom Opens 6:30 am

Blue Silver Fox Certificate of Development Presentation After 8 am

  • The Blue Silver Fox variety is expected to be presented to the ARBA Standards Committee as part of the Certificate of Development process. This will be its first attempt at its third showing.
  • The Blue Silver Fox is fifth in the lineup of 15 presentations.
  • To watch the Blue variety being judged, check the Standards Committee table to see which breed is currently being evaluated.

Blue Variety Judging TIME TBA

Blue Silver Fox judging information will be added when the convention judging schedule is finalized.

NSFRC Silent Auction CLOSING TIME 3 pm

  • Please consider bringing an item to donate to our silent auction table. We hope you’ll join us, support the club and bring some great donations. Thank you for your support, and stay foxy!
  • The silent auction at the booth will close at 3 pm.
  • The highest bidder will receive the item.
  • Payment will be accepted by cash, check or PayPal.
  • Support the club by bidding on donated items at the NSFRC booth.

Showroom Closes 5 pm

Wednesday, October 28
  • Showroom opens — 6:30 am
  • Release of animals — 7 am
  • Showroom closes — noon

Last updated for the 2026 Reno convention. Confirm final event times against the official ARBA Convention schedule before attending.