Sárvár is going all-in on canine glamour this summer with a three-night international dog show at Vadkert Major from Thursday, July 16 to Saturday, July 18, 2026. The triple CACIB Night International Dog Show brings the ring action under the lights, with judging kicking off at 7 p.m. each evening. Expect champions crowned, titles earned, and plenty of late-night sparkle on the green carpet—all in postal code 9600, Sárvár, at the sprawling Vadkert Major venue.
Three Nights, Three Shots at Glory
This Special Champion Weekend is built for title-hunters. Juniors chasing stardom can clinch the Hungaria Junior Champion title with three HPJ wins across the three nights. Veterans aren’t left behind—three Veteran CACs over the weekend unlock the Hungaria Veteran Champion crown. Adult contenders with three CACs from the adult class can bag the Hungaria Champion title as well. And for the youngest hopefuls in the sport, the Minor Puppy and Puppy rings will award Grand Winner titles—big moments for very small paws.
What to Know: Dates, Times, Place
– Dates: July 16–18, 2026 (Thursday to Saturday)
– Location: Vadkert Major, 9600 Sárvár
– Judging: Starts 7 p.m. all three nights
Organizers reserve the right to change the schedule or program, so keep an eye out for updates as the show approaches.
Stay Close: Hotels and Apartments in Sárvár
Whether you’re here for rosettes or just the vibe, Sárvár’s accommodation scene has options near the rings and the city’s famed spa. Adél Apartment sits in a quiet, leafy neighborhood close to the center, with a one-room layout including living room, kitchen, and bathroom. It’s about 1.24 miles from the Sárvár Spa and Wellness Bath—a handy post-show unwind.
Several hotels border the arboretum and are roughly a 10-minute walk from both the Sárvár Spa and the city center. These spots make it easy to split time between grooming tables and thermal waters. If you want value stays near the quiet part of downtown or right by the summer entrance to the spa, you’ll find studios and multi-room apartments fitted with kitchens stocked with a fridge, coffee maker, toaster, and microwave, plus TVs. Rooms typically have their own shower/WC, and many can take an extra bed.
In the mood for wellness? Multiple properties in the area promise calm, nature, attentive staff, and a friendly vibe, with full spa features—think saunas, salt rooms, massage, and experience pools—some even drawing on Sárvár’s therapeutic waters.
Across from the spa, a charming pension offers double rooms, a family room for four, a studio, and an apartment. Guests share a tea kitchen where tea and coffee flow freely; there’s a microwave, toaster, kettle, and espresso machine, plus limited spaces in a closed courtyard car park. From here, it’s a short stroll to the Boating Lake, the Adventure Park, Nádasdy Castle (Nádasdy-vár), and the Sárvár Arboretum (Sárvári Arborétum).
Harmónia Thermal Hotel (Harmónia Termál Hotel) sits right beside the Sárvár Spa’s entrance—steps from some of Hungary’s most family-friendly wellness amenities. Expect a homely atmosphere with internet access, a playroom, massages, a salt room, a sauna, and an experience pool. Wellness, recovery, and recreation are literally on your doorstep.
Prefer the center? Hold Apartments lie 300 meters from Nádasdy Castle (Nádasdy-vár) and about 0.75 miles from the spa, in a green, quiet pocket. Each has a room, kitchen, and bathroom—ideal for a self-catering base.
Hotel Aqua Sárvár pitches itself as a small hotel with big impact: intimate, quiet, and personal, whether you’re three years old, ninety-nine, traveling solo, or rolling in with the whole pack. Business trip or break, the aim is a tailored stay.
Another hotel sits “halfway” between the year-round Sárvár Experience Bath and downtown, beside a 24.7-acre arboretum. With 16 clean, comfortable double rooms and two apartments, it’s family-friendly with many rooms that can be fitted with extra beds; baby cots are available. TV, phone, bathroom, and minibar come as standard, and countless local sights promise you’ll head home buzzing with memories.
In the heart of the city, a refreshed four-star hotel with 27 rooms blends classic and modern, offering Classic and Royal categories. The double rooms feature Bassiana Kneipp dR custom-designed mattresses for next-level sleep. Royal apartments deliver extra comfort and space, perfect for families or friends. The pitch: come for the Bassiana experience and make rest a feature, not an afterthought.
Eat and Drink: From Homestyle to Coffee-and-Cake
For decades, Matróz Restaurant has been a Sárvár staple, serving good food at fair prices. Expect rotating menus Monday through Saturday and an à la carte lineup.
In Sárvár’s garden district, a family-style eatery offers a 50-seat restaurant and a 100-seat event hall, with a menu that celebrates Vas County and Hungarian specialties alongside international classics.
Craving tradition without the fuss? Another local favorite promises a down-to-earth culinary adventure with classic Hungarian dishes, a cozy interior, and a terrace. They host everything from candlelit dinners and family events to corporate dos, weddings, birthdays, and class reunions.
For meetups over a cup, Pálma Café is your warm, well-located living room in the city. Try the excellent sandwiches, chilled soft drinks or alcoholic options, and a tempting line of pastries perfect between meals. They also take bookings for events.
Vadkert Magic: Nature, Horses, and Quiet
If you’re here to ditch city noise, Vadkert is your balm. The wind carries the scents of wildflowers, the Rába riverside, and ancient oaks. You might spot local forest wildlife and farm animals around the major, and if riding calls your name, the two-century-old stud farm is ready with beautiful horses. When it’s time to recharge, the renowned thermal spa a stone’s throw away delivers restorative waters with serious pedigree.
Organizers reserve the right to alter dates and program.
