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Shorthorn Superheroes

The 2027 National Junior Shorthorn Show will be June 19-26 in Madison, Wisconsin. We will be assembling our team of Shorthorn Superheroes for the best week of the year! Exhibitors must be members of the AJSA to show or participate, click here to become a member. Exhibitors must be 7 as of Jan. 1, 2027, to show cattle. If you have an AJSA member that is 5 as of Jan. 1, 2027, they can participate in contests (except showmanship).

ALL EXHIBITORS MUST SIGN-UP FOR SHOWMANSHIP & LIVESTOCK JUDGING ONLINE DURING ENTRY. SHOWMANSHIP & LIVESTOCK JUDGING ENTRIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AT NJSS. Exhibitors must also select if they plan to participate in speech or career development (seniors only).

ENTRY DEADLINE: May 1

OWNERSHIP DEADLINE: May 15

LATE ENTRY DEADLINE: May 15

ENTRIES for 2027 open in march

See show classifications and rules & regulations below for detailed information on classes and rules.

  • Entry Fee: $45

    (per show)

  • Late Entry Fee: $80

    (per show)
    *after May 1 deadline

  • Bedding Fee: $60

    (per head)
    *Includes barn and tieout bedding

  • Late Bedding Fee: $70

    (per head)
    *Includes barn and tieout bedding

  • Exhibitor Fee: $30

    *Includes t-shirt and contest fee (meals not included)

     

    These fees are based on 2026 NJSS and subject to change. 

  • Meal Ticket: $25

    Opening Ceremony

  • Meal Ticket: $25

    Awards Ceremony

  • Extra Shirts: $15

  • Golf Cart Pass: $35

  • Moving States Fee: $25/head

2027 Schedule of Events - tentative, subject to change
NJSS

Resources

The 2026 NJSS Planning Guide - next version available early 2027

NJSS Rules & Regulations - updates coming soon

Show Classifications - updates coming soon

NJSS Contest Rules - updates coming soon

Additional Contest Materials - updates coming soon

Wisconsin Health Regulations - available in 2027 

Retiring Junior Member Questions 

Trade Show/Vendor Form - available in 2027

Accommodations

Madison Marriott South

706 John Nolen Dr. :: Madison, WI

Run of House: $179

Reservation cut-off :: Saturday, May 22, 2027

Amenities:

  • Restaurant on-site
  • Parking included in rate
  • Complimentary guestroom Wi-Fi

Spark by Hilton

102 East Rusk Avenue : Madison, WI

Run of House: $137-$147 (single or double occupancy)

Reservation cut-off :: 30 days prior to check-in

Amenities:

  • Free breakfast
  • Parking included in rate
  • Complimentary guestroom Wi-Fi
  • Shuttle will go in a 3 mile radius and airport shuttle
  • Complimentary manager's reception on Mon-Wed, 5-7 pm

RV reservations

Book RV Reservations...stay tuned! Coming soon!

Questions?

For questions about NJSS contact Shelby Diehm.

Contact Shelby