Coonhound World Championship

The most prestigious title in Coonhounds.

This event offers three days of world-class competition. Participants compete for prizes provided by the event sponsors, as well as prestige; the World Nite Hunt Champion and World Bench Show Champion are crowned.

Competitors in this annual competition start as part of a group of thousands of World Champion hopefuls, representing entries from all over the U.S. and Canada.

The field of hopefuls is narrowed to the best-of-the-best coonhounds and handlers during the more than 150 Regional Qualifying Events that take place across the country throughout the year.

These qualified entries are again required to show their merit by competing in one of seven semifinal events, also scattered throughout the country. Semifinal events challenge the participants from each region to ensure only the top contenders make it to the World Championship Finals.

EXCLUSIVE EVENT MERCHANDISE

Celebrate the biggest stage in coonhound competition with the official 2025 Coonhound World Championship Event Tee—available now for pre-order. This exclusive tee features a bold front graphic with the Coonhound World logo and detailed portraits of all six UKC-recognized coonhound breeds. Set on a classic khaki background, it’s the must-have look for competitors, spectators, and proud supporters.

Get it early and save:
Pre-order price: $28 | Event price: $30
Pre-order today to guarantee your size. Quantities are limited and event-weekend stock is not guaranteed.

*Pre-Orders will be available until August 31 at 11:59 PM