Pet costume contest (free to enter) 1:30 – 2:00 p.m.
Large dog races (46+ lbs) 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Medium dog races (15-45 lbs) 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Small dog races (0-14 lbs) 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Wiener-dog races (Dachshunds only) 5:00 – ? p.m.
Information
Registration AND check-in required to participate in the races. Check-in tables open at 12 p.m. All dogs must be checked-in at least 20 minutes prior to race time.
All animals must be up-to date on vaccines, on a leash at all times, and non-aggressive; owners are 100% responsible for pets and must sign a waiver to participate in activities; owners must pick-up after pet or be asked to leave.
Registration fee is $25.00 for online registration and $35 for day-of registration.
The fee (100%) benefits Brew Good Do Good 501(c)(3). There will be NO refunds given. This is a rain or shine event.
All participating dogs receive a special collar charm, a doggy bag with treats, and a race day scarf.
Each race category will have a 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winner with trophies awarded for the final heat.
Limited to 100 Dachshunds and 30 dogs in each weight category.
Q&A
Q: When does this event occur?
A: The 6th Annual “Running of the Wieners” will be held on Saturday October 14th, 2023 during the Marker 48 Oktoberfest event.
Q: When will the dogs race? A: Dogs will race according to the category they are in. See the above itinerary. Times may be subject to change.
Q: Are the races only open to dachshunds?
A: The races are open to any breed: Dachshunds (purebred only), small (0-14 pounds), medium (15-45 pounds), and large (46+ pounds).
Q: How much will it cost to enter my dog(s)?
A: The registration fee is $25.00 per dog for online registration and $35.00 per dog for day-of registration.
A: Dachshunds may only participate in the Dachshund only race. Other breeds may only race within their respected weight group (small, medium, or large). See above.
Q: How many dogs can I enter for the races?
A: We are not limiting the number of dogs you may enter; however, we will require 1 owner and 1 handler during the dog race. If you are registering more than 1 dog, please have additional handlers in order to keep track of them.
Q: How will the races be structured?
A: The races will be structured depending on the number of dogs entered. We are expecting to race 8-10 dogs at one time per category. If more than 10 dogs are entered for any category, we will split the number racing at one time into equal heats. Winners (1st, 2nd, and 3rd) of each heat will move on to the next race (semi-finals or finals).
Q: I have a question, but this page doesn’t answer it, where can I find out more information about the races?
A: To ask a question not answered here, please visit the Marker 48 Brewing Oktoberfest event page and send us a message. We are very responsive and will answer your question to the best of our ability!
6th Annual Running of the Wieners 