
2027 National Specialty Weekend
Affens in the Desert
January 8-10, 2027
Palm Springs, California
Host Hotel
Hampton Inns & Suites
42261 Spectrum Street
Indio, California 92203
Special rate $159, free parking and hot breakfast daily.
Book room or call the hotel directly 760-227-1900 to make reservation(s) and mentioning The Affenpinscher Club of America Room Block. Currently the dates are set for check in anytime between 1/7/2027-1/11/2027 with check out on 1/11/2027. If you are booking outside of those dates or modifying, please text or call Sheila Wymore (928-301-2517) or Pam Peat (
Volunteers needed
On the ground volunteers are critical to success in making this a memorable success.
- Show Operations Includes – ring support, equipment, grooming layout
- Hospitality – Welcome bags, Judges’ hospitality, exhibitor support
- Ribbon and Awards Table Setup - Events & Banquet – Welcome party, Awards/Recognition Banquet, décor
- Fundraising – Jackie Stacy Auction, The Affen Store Merchandise tending
- Communications – catalog ads, website updates, social media
- Education & Juniors –Judges seminars
- Sponsorship and Trophy–outreach and solicitation phone work.
Please be willing to serve, please contact