December 5th & 6th, 2026
Showboat Resort • Atlantic City, NJ
Open level competition for all groomers.
Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in each class, plsu $1000 for Best in Show
Fun for the whole family at the Showboat Resort
Giant arcade, indoor waterpark, racetrack, dining and more!
This year, Groom South is being held at the most family-friendly resort in Atlantic City, NJ. Featuring a giant arcade, indoor waterpark and racetrack, an multiple dining options, the Showboat is the perfect place to enjoy time between the competitions.
Special rates available! Use the button below!
Groom South features 4 classes of Open level competition, with prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in each class, plus a $1000 prize for Best in Show.
Space is limited! Click the button below to reseve your place in the competition December 5th & 6th.
Groom South is taking place in Atantic City, New Jersey on December 5th and 6th, 2026. There will be no Groom South event in Florida in 2026.
Groom South is an Open Competition, meaning all groomers are welcome to register and compete. Newcomers to competitive grooming are welcome to compete amongst some of the most accomplished groomers in the country.
To register for Groom South, visit our Competitor Registration page, complete and submit the Competitor Packet, and make your payment on our website.
Groom South features 4 classes of Open level competition, with prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in each class, plus a $1000 prize for Best in Show.
Absolutely! The Showboat Resorts features a giant arcade, indoor waterpark and racetrack, an multiple dining options. The Showboat no longer operates a casino, but there are plenty of options just a short walk up the boards!
Use this link to lock in special discount rates at The Showboat Resort during the Groom South competition
Email us at ask@groomsouthjersey.com or call 609-350-6480 ext 3 with any questions you may have.
Registration for Groom South is opening very soon!
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