TICA Annual 2026

Welcome to the world’s most prestigious gathering for feline enthusiasts! The TICA Annual is more than just a competition—it is a global celebration of the bond between humans and cats.

From breathtaking pedigreed champions to charming local favorites, the show floor brings together breeders, exhibitors, world-class judges, and vendors from every corner of the globe. It is the ultimate destination for anyone who loves cats.

Be a part of the community. Celebrate the cat. We’ll see you at the TICA Annual!

  • Spectator: Walk the floor, see rare and beautiful breeds up close, and witness the excitement of the judging rings.

  • Exhibitor: Showcase your own cat’s unique beauty and personality in our international competition.

  • Knowledge: Take advantage of our educational workshops to dive deeper into feline health, behavior, and care.

  • Entering the Show: Simple steps to register your cat for competition.

  • Meet the Judges: Learn about our distinguished panel of international experts.

  • Vendors & Shopping: Discover unique products and innovations for your pets.

Join Us for A Global Celebration of Cats

A Global Celebration of Cats

Market Place

  • A curated marketplace dedicated exclusively to cats and cat enthusiasts

  • Premium products, nutrition, and lifestyle essentials for every feline need

  • Discover unique brands, artisan goods, and specialty cat-focused vendors.

  • An immersive shopping experience celebrating the modern cat lifestyle

Seminars

  • Educational Presentations to better all cats health and enrichment

Meet the Breeds

  • Breeders Showcasing their Breeds including Kittens and Re-Homing groups

Worlds Best Cats

  • Featuring the highest-ranking TICA cats from around the world

  • Award-winning felines recognized for excellence in breed and presentation

  • Championship-level cats competing at the pinnacle of the sport

  • A rare showcase of the world’s most elite and celebrated cats

What is TICA?

The International Cat Association® (TICA®) is the world’s largest genetic registry of pedigreed cats and the largest registry of household pet cats and kittens. TICA was the first and now the world’s largest registry to allow household cats of unknown ancestry to compete for the same titles and awards as pedigreed cats. The knowledgeable breeding of pedigreed cats preserves the distinct characteristics of individual pedigreed breeds and ensures the continuation of predictable physical and behavioral traits for future generations.

TICA was founded in 1978 and revolutionized the sport of cat competitions with a completely new and different judging system. TICA maintains written standards for cats of all breeds, promulgates the rules for cat shows hosted by its affiliated clubs, and trains and licenses judges for those shows. Each year, TICA-affiliated clubs host hundreds of shows on every continent across the globe.

Meet The Allbreed Judges

Kathrine Marshall Ruttan
Mid Pacific Region

Aline Noel-Garel
North East Region

Alexey Shchukin
Europe North Region

Laura Cunningham
South West Region

Francine Hicks
North East Region

Toni Jones
South Central Region

Hisae Tasaki
Asia East Region

Carol Lawson
South East Region

Jane Allen
Europe West Region

Brenda Russo
Mid Atlantic Region

Steven Corneille
Europe South Region

Nikki Crandall-Seibert
Great Lakes Region

Alex Marinets
North West Region

Johary Gomez
South America Region

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