The data shows a calendar that builds steadily through spring, peaks in early autumn, and contracts sharply into winter. The most striking single month is September 2026, with 776 events — the highest point in the entire dataset. August 2026 follows closely at 612, while June 2026 registered 671.

The winter trough is equally consistent. December 2026 recorded 319 events, January 2027 dropped to 290, and by December 2027 the count had fallen to 59. This is the classic indoor-versus-outdoor split: when surfaces turn to mud and daylight shortens, the calendar thins out.

What the Long Tail Tells Us

Beyond the near-term horizon, volumes taper dramatically — from 28 events in April 2028 to single digits by late 2029. This pattern is typical of provisional calendars, where only major championships and anchor fixtures are confirmed far in advance. The 2030 entry (a single event in May) suggests the outer edge of published planning. 🗓️

Country Watch: Great Britain Surges, Central Europe Stirs

The month-over-month country comparison is where the real story sits. Germany remains the largest single market by volume at 248 events, but that represents a decline from 428 the previous month. Italy (26, down from 125), Finland (19, down from 146), and the Czech Republic (15, down from 101) all posted similar retractions — consistent with the seasonal wind-down rather than any structural weakness.

The outlier is Great Britain, which grew from 147 to 231 events — a gain of 84. Poland also moved upward, from 12 to 19, and Denmark doubled from 7 to 14. These counter-cyclical movements suggest differing national calendars and indoor scheduling strategies.

Key Numbers

• 776 — events in September 2026, the calendar's peak month
• 671 — events in June 2026, confirming a strong early-summer surge
• +84 — Great Britain's month-over-month gain, the largest positive swing
• 248 — Germany's event count, still the highest national total
• 59 — events in December 2027, illustrating the depth of the winter trough
• +7 — both Poland and Denmark posted identical gains, signalling growing grassroots activity

What This Means for the Sport

The numbers indicate a sport with a stable core and a widening periphery. Germany and Great Britain anchor the calendar, but the modest upward moves from Poland and Denmark point to developing agility communities finding their footing. Meanwhile, the sharp seasonal swing argues for more indoor-friendly formats — Snooker, Gamblers, and Jumping runs — to keep handlers and dogs competing through the quieter months.

Looking ahead, the provisional calendar thins considerably into 2028 and beyond, which is expected at this stage of planning. The real test will be whether the emerging nations sustain their momentum once the outdoor season returns. If they do, European agility's map may look noticeably more balanced in the years to come. 🐕