Events
Wiener Dog Race & Running of the Bulldogs & Corgi Crush
Mutt Strut: Peanut Butter Eating Contest
Description
Sponsored by the Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon, this promises to be an unforgettable experience for the whole family. On Sunday, October 6 at Noon, festival-goers can join in the festivities at Troy Field in downtown Bend and witness the race of a lifetime.
Wiener Dog Race: Dash to Victory! Daschunds of all sizes and colors will gather to compete in the eagerly anticipated Wiener Dog Race. Cheer on your favorite four-legged friend as they chase the title of fastest wiener dog in town!
Running of the Bulldogs: Bulldozing the Competition! But that's not all – the Bend Fall Festival is turning up the heat with the Running of the Bulldogs. Watch these robust bulldogs show off their strength and determination as they thunder down the track.
NEW The Corgi Crush: Register your fluffy Corgi friend in this new heat.
NEW The Mutt Strut Dog Show: Now all dogs can join the Bark Bash fun! Register your furry friend for one or more of our Mutt Strut Dog Show categories.
- Peanut Butter Eating Contest
- Longest Tail
- Costume Contest
- Most Wiggles
- Best Trick
- Most Resembles Owner
Event Details:
Date: Sunday, October 6, 2024
Day-of Registration: 11am-noon
Running of the Bulls: Noon
Wiener Dog Races: 1:00pm
Corgi Crush: 2:00pm
Mutt Strut Dog Show: 3:00pm
Location: Troy Field in Downtown Bend
Race competitors must be purebred Corgis, purebred Dachshunds (miniature & standard) and purebred Bulldogs (English Bulldogs) or French Bulldogs.
Mutt Strut competitors can be any breed, or size. We will have size category winners for certain competition areas.
All entries must bring Proof of Rabies Vaccination to race on Sunday, October 6.
Race Website
Additional race information can be found at https://bendfallfestival.com/.
Humane Society of Central Oregon
This fantastic event isn't just about fun and games; it's also for a great cause. All proceeds from the registration fees, set at just $20, will go towards supporting the Humane Society of Central Oregon (HSCO). HSCO is an organization with extensive experience in all aspects of the race, ensuring the welfare and safety of all participating dogs. We are deeply grateful to have them as an integral part of our team.
Place
Bend, OR US 97701
