Show Information
To enter the show, please complete all of these steps:
- Fill out the summary sheet.
- Enter your cats or placeholders on TOES.
- Submit payment.
Please read our brochure “Showing in TICA” to help you prepare.
Cats and Kittens
Kittens must be 4 months old to enter into competition. Cats that are 8 months or older will compete as adults or alters. Household Pets that are 8 months or older must be spayed or neutered. Any cat which is obviously pregnant or lactating will be disqualified.
Airports
Dresden (DRS) – 12 km (~20 minutes)
Leipzig/Halle (LEJ) – 124 km (~1 hour 30 minutes)
Prague (PRG) – 145 km (~2 hours)
Berlin (BER) – 170 km (~1 hour 45 minutes)
Travel With Cats
We will have litter available at the show hall for exhibitors traveling by plane or public transportation. There will be vendors who also offer cat food – but we cannot promise that “your” brand will be available.
Lightning Sale – Entries 1-75 (Entered and Paid)
1st Cat €70, Additional Cats €60, Extra Cage (Space) or Grooming Space €40
Super Early Bird – Entries 76-150 (Entered and Paid)
1st Cat €80, Additional Cats €70, Extra Cage (Space) or Grooming Space €50
Early Bird – Entries 150-225 (Entered and Paid)
1st Cat €85, Additional Cats €75, Extra Cage (Space) or Grooming Space €50
Regular Entries
1st Cat €95, Additional Cats €85, Extra Cage (Space) or Grooming Space €50
Payment Information
Bank transfer
Paypal : paypal@ticacats.de (only for non EU countries or without fees for us)
You must agree to abide by the TICA show rules when entering the show. You can find them on the TICA Website.
There will be an early check-in party with catered refreshments on Friday at the show hall from 16:00 (4:00 PM) – 21:00 (9:00 PM). This will include the opportunity to also have your cats checked in for the show, so you do not have to wait in line on Saturday morning!
We hope as many exhibitors as possible will take advantage of the chance to check in, collect their documents and goodie bags, have their cats checked by a vet, set up their cages, and enjoy the party. That way we will all have a smoother time on Saturday morning.
Check-In times for Saturday are planned for 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM. If we do not have enough exhibitors checking in on Friday, we may need to start check-in earlier on Saturday. Check-in will definitely need to end at 8:30 AM on Saturday!
Check-In times for Saturday are planned for 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM.
If we do not have enough exhibitors checking in on Friday, we may need to start check-in earlier on Saturday.
Check-in will definitely need to end at 8:30 AM on Saturday!.
Show hours for exhibitors are as follows:
Saturday & Sunday: 8:45 hrs – 17:00 hrs (8:45 AM – 5:00 PM) judging begins at 9:00 AM.
All cats must be present in the show hall on Saturday & Sunday from 8:45 hrs – 17:00 hrs (8:45 AM – 5:00 PM), unless otherwise approved by show management.
Vet Check
This is a vetted show. All cats and kittens must provide proof of valid vaccinations against Rabies, Panleukopenia, Rhinotrachitis and Calici. All cats entering from outside Germany and all cats with EU Pet Passports must be microchipped. For more information on entry requirements for your cat, please check the following links:
Please make sure you have your EU Pet Passport or other necessary documentation with you at check-in and during the show.
Any cats found to have any external parasites or showing obvious signs of illness will not be allowed entrance to the show hall. No other cats belonging to the same exhibitor will be allowed entrance to the show hall. All decisions made by the show veterinarian are final, and no entry fees will be refunded.
Messe Dresden
Address
The TICA Annual Show will take place in “Halle 4” (Hall 4) of the Messe Dresden.
Important Information for Exhibitors Arriving by Car
The club has rented a parking lot directly adjacent to the show hall for exhibitors (P5). We are offering parking passes at cost for €10 per vehicle for the weekend to help cover the rental fee. To use the P5 parking lot, you will need to purchase a parking pass using the Summary Sheet.
More Information
For more information about parking, directions and a printable map, please visit:
https://www.messe-dresden.de/en/visitors/arrival-parking
For more information about the Messe Dresden, please visit:
https://www.messe-dresden.de/en/organizer/site-plan
Cage Dimensions
Single cage – 70 cm wide x 70 cm deep (~27 x 27 inches). This will accommodate e.g. a Sturdi Habitat Single. The same size applies to grooming spaces.Double cage – 140 cm wide x 70 cm deep (~54 x 27 inches). This will accommodate e.g. a Sturdi Habitat.Please note that the show hall will be set up with “back-to-back” benching. Please plan to cover your cages on both sides and the back.
Catering
There will be a variety of food, drinks and ice cream available for purchase during both show days. This is a fully catered event, and details about the food selection will be made available on the show website ahead of time. Please do not bring any outside food to the show.
Judges
- Aline Noel (AB, 1988)
- Robby Whyte (AB, 1997)
- Carlos Lopez (AB 1998)
- Francine Hicks (AB, 2002)
- Harley DeVilbiss (AB, 2003)
- Jean Marc Lagarde (AB, 2007)
- Katharina Krenn (AB, 2011)
- Marion Schiff (AB, 2011)
- Asa Broing (AB, 2012)
- Jamie Christian (AB, 2012)
- Steven Corneille (AB, 2013)
- Andreas Kretschmer (AB, 2015)
- Susanna Shon (AB, 2016)
- Maria Bunina (AB, 2022)
Photographers
We are please to announce that Kathrin Schier and Larry Johnson will be available at the show hall to take pictures of your cats.
Hilton Dresden
Address
An der Frauenkirche 5, 01067 Dresden, Germany
Phone: +49 351 8642 881
Website: dresden.hilton.com
Rooms
Booking link: https://group.hilton.com/vazkm3
Group name: TICA Annual 2025
Room prices: €149,94 night 1 person / €174,88 night 2 persons
Block valid until: 18 June 2025)
Check-in time: 15:00 hrs (3:00 PM)
Check-out time: 12:00 hrs (12:00 PM)
Group Rate Details
The room price includes an ample breakfast buffet, regular tax and service charges, and use of the LivingWell Health Club. For the use of swimming pool, whirlpool and sauna, there is a charge of €3,00 per day and person. Dresden’s city tourist/accommodation tax (currently 6%) is not included in the hotel room price.
The group rate is available for stays from 24.08.2025 (August 24) until 02.09.2025 (September 2), as long as the booking category is still available. If you would like to arrive or depart earlier or later than the dates above and still receive the group rate, please contact reservations at info@hiltondresden.com. The hotel asks that you make an initial reservation during the regular group time before contacting them, so they can adapt your existing reservation more easily.
Pets
Pets are allowed. The hotel charges a one-time, non-refundable cleaning fee of €50,00 per room and stay. This is Hilton hotel policy. A maximum of 2 pets per room are allowed. If you would like to bring more than 2 pets, please contact the hotel directly at info@hiltondresden.com.
Cancellation
Booked rooms can be cancelled free of charge up to 7 days before your arrival date. For all later cancellations, you will be charged 90% of your booking. A credit card is necessary to guarantee your online booking.