Show Site
The Purina Event Center is a state-of-the-art indoor facility designed to host a variety of canine activities from conformation shows to
performance events like obedience, agility, and rally . It opened in 2010 on the Purina Farms property giving visitors a chance to see some of the most
prestigious dog shows in the country year-round. The building will accommodate our Breed Ring, the Obedience & Rally Ring, Agility Course, grooming, vendors,
silent auction, raffle, ERSA's Booth, and MAESSR's Booth. Here is a link to explore the Purina Events Canter a bit, and a map of the Farm.
Grooming
Grooming will be in a room directly adjacent to the Show Ring area. There will be dedicated spaces, and each will have the ability to have electric. Bathing facilities are provided in an area of that room.
Specific grooming reservations will be required in order to ensure an orderly setup. A grooming reservation form is available under order form, above.
Parking, Canopies and Tents
Parking is permitted on asphalt and gravel lots only.
Canopies and exercise pens are permitted on and around parking areas. We ask that exhibitors be considerate of others and use only the minimal space they require.
Crating
Crating is allowed ringside 15 minutes prior and 15 minutes after the scheduled class in which handlers and their dogs are competing.
Waste
Exhibitors are responsible for cleaning up after their dogs. This includes properly
disposing of waste and using designated relief areas and the public x-pen area
on the East side of the Gateway Hall for all
elimination needs.
Designated stations throughout the facility should be used appropriately (i.e. watering station should not be used for waste or other
materials).
Important Contact Phone Numbers
Purina Farms Security |
636-221-1428 |
Franklin County Sheriff Department |
636-583-2560 |
Boles Fire Protection District |
636-742-2313 |
Meramec Ambulance District |
636-257-3048 |
St. John's Mercy Hospital (Washington, MO) |
636-239-8000 |
Veterinary Specialty Services Emergency Center (24 hours - Ballwin, MO) |
636-227-6100
|
Washington Veterinary Clinic, Dr. John Stoltz |
636-239-5445 |
Pacific Animal Hospital (24 hours - Pacific, MO) |
636-257-2100 |
Directions
From East/South : Purina Farms is about 35 miles west-southwest of downtown St. Louis on Interstate 44 (follow signs to go west, toward Springfield, MO). The off-ramp is Exit #253, Gray Summit. At the top of the off-ramp, turn right onto MO-100 (historic Route 66). Travel about 1500 feet to county road MM. Turn left onto MM. Continue about one mile until you see a brick smokestack on the right. The entrance to Purina Farms is on the left. Stop at the guard station and ask directions to the Purina Event Center. Here is a map of the Purina Farms grounds .
From Eastbound on I-44 : The off-ramp is Exit #253, Gray Summit. At the top of the off-ramp, turn left onto MO-100 (historic Route 66) and go over the interstate. Continue about 1500 feet to county road MM. Turn left onto MM. Continue about one mile until you see a brick smokestack on the right. The entrance to Purina Farms is on the left. Stop at the guard station and ask directions to the Purina Event Center. Here is a map of the Purina Farms grounds .
From Eastbound on I-70: Off-ramp is Exit 193, MO-47. Turn right at the top of the off-ramp onto MO-47. Take MO-47 south (portions may be also be co-marked MO-94, so be sure to stay on MO-47) about 23 miles to MO-100. Turn left (east) on MO-100 and continue about 11 miles to I-44 east. Turn left onto I-44 east. Take I-44 east one exit, then exit at Gray Summit, Exit 243. Turn left at the top of the off-ramp. This puts you back on MO-100 (historic Route 66). Continue about 1500 feet to county road MM. Turn left onto MM. Continue about one mile until you see a brick smokestack on the right. The entrance to Purina Farms is on the left. Stop at the guard station and ask directions to the Purina Event Center. Here is a map of the Purina Farms grounds .
Overnight Stays
Camping is only allowed in the designated RV areas on the property. Advanced arrangements need to be made to overnight at the facility past the last day of the event you're attending. As good neighbors, please keep all equipment, extra cars (max of 2), etc. in your assigned area and dispose of all trash in receptacles provided. For safety reasons no campfires are allowed. Purina Farms is a “family friendly” facility and public intoxication is prohibited. Cars, vans and RV's are only allowed on designated roadways and parking areas. Other motorized vehicles are not allowed on premise with the exception of wheelchairs and golf carts for handicapped exhibitors. We ask that you stay within the designated show site, which is within 100 yards of the Purina Event Center. Please no smoking in and around buildings. No hunting or swimming is allowed. Weapons of any kind, illegal drugs and fireworks are not permitted on the premises. Purina is not responsible for any damage, injury or loss to persons, pets and/or property. Enjoy your stay at Purina Farms!