The Yards Park
Kick off Oktoberfest at the Fifth Annual Wiener 500 at Yards Park in the Capitol Riverfront. $500 in cash and prizes will be awarded to the speediest dogs! Over 96 dogs raced in 2015!
Don't have a dog? Come listen to music by DJ Chris Styles and the Lloyd Dobler Effect, drink cold Sam Adams Octoberfest Beer, participate in the official Sam Adams stein hoisting competition, experience great food from Swizzler and Red Hook Lobster food trucks, and watch the funniest race around on a 17 foot jumbotron! Wes Johnson, voice ff the Capitals, will be calling the play-by-play and his dachshund Cosy will be an honorary racer.
This is a family-friendly, FREE event, but you must be 21+ to drink beer, no outside alcohol allowed. Race proceeds will be donated to Washington Humane Society.
Deadline to register dogs online is Thursday, September 22, walkups on race day accepted until all spots are full. $25 per dog to race. Don’t have a Dachshund? You can still take part in the excitement with the all breed contest for best dressed dog! Plus, there will be local vendors and giveaways from DC’s best pet friendly businesses.
For more information, visit www.wiener500.com!