Wiener Dog Dash

Celebrate Oktoberfest with our first annual Wiener Dog Dash and costume contest! This fun event will take place at Canteen Brewhouse 2381 Aztec Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87107 on Sunday, October 6th at 2pm. Whether your Dachshund is a racing champion or just loves to strut their stuff, this event is all about fun and community. Grab your pup, your friends, and join us for some lighthearted competition and Oktoberfest cheer!

Registration is required to participate in this event. Day of registration will not be available for the Wiener Dog Dash. Space is limited, so register ASAP. 

Check in for the Wiener Dog Dash-1pm-1:45pm

Costume Contest Judging-1pm-1:30pm (Prize will be awarded for the best dressed wiener dog post-race.)

Participation in the costume contest is optional and dogs may remove their costumes before they race.

The entry fee is $15, and it includes entry into the Wiener Dog Dash, a pint of beer or root beer, and an Oktoberfest bandana.

Prizes for will be awarded for the top 3 quickest wiener dogs!

WIENER DOG RACE RULES

• All dogs must be well behaved, up to date on vaccinations, and healthy.
• All dogs must be at least 6 months old and have received all of their shots. 
• In celebration of Oktoberfest and German heritage, dogs must be a Dachshund or dachshund mix that displays the characteristics of a Dachshund: floppy eared hound with a long, low body type. 
• The Wiener Dog Dash will take place on a closed racetrack that is 25 yards long.
• Each heat will consist of 6 dogs and the fastest wiener in each heat will advance to the final.
• NO FOOD or TREATS are allowed in the race area!
• You may bring your dog’s favorite toy, ball, or stuffed animal to entice your dog to the finish line.
• NO Flashlights or laser pointers allowed.
• NO throwing toys or balls down the racetrack.
• All dogs must be on a leash when not participating in their race. 
• Owners are required to clean up after their pet. 
• Each dog must have two people to participate in the race. One as a releaser and one to catch the dog at the finish line.
• Only dogs participating in the race are allowed in the beer garden before and during the race.
• This is a fun family friendly event to celebrate our love of wieners! Any participant (dog or owner) that isn't following these rules will be disqualified.

We can't wait to celebrate the fastest and best dressed wieners! 

**Anyone drinking alcohol must be 21. Anyone under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian while in the beer garden and brewery. Enjoy responsibly.