Doxapalooza 2026 (Wiener Dog Races)

About this event

DARE to Rescue's annual Doxapalooza, a dachshund festival and rescue fundraiser, returns to Keel Farms. Saturday Nov 7, 10am-4pm. FREE admission and FREE parking. All dogs welcome (you don't need a dachshund). Wiener dog races at 10:45am and 2:30pm; race heats are by advance sign-up with limited space, so check DARE to Rescue's site before planning to race. Spectators welcome. Also: lure course for all breeds (extra sessions cost extra), costume contest 12pm, Lick-a-Lot contest 1pm, vendors, Doxie Market, food trucks, live/silent auction, blessing of the animals, Rainbow Bridge tribute. Bring lawn chairs; limited picnic seating. No outside food/drinks. Dogs welcome on the Keel Farms patio. Main parking: Berry Lot and Wine Lot at 3205 N Forbes Rd (short walk). Address: 5202 Thonotosassa Road, Plant City, FL 33565.