101 Dachshunds at German Fest

The fur will fly with the 4th annual Dachshund Races and Costume Contest on Sunday, July 25!

Competing in five separate age groups, the Dachshunds (translated as Badger Dogs in German) will go schnoz-to-schnoz for the chance to win the Grand Prize. Last year’s Doxies drew large crowds eager to cheer on the canine racers in this anticipated attraction.

Prior to the races, the pint-sized pups will try to out-primp each other in a no-holds-barred Costume Contest, with winners selected by audience applause and a Guest Celebrity Judge.

All dogs must be pre-reregistered. Registration for the races is now closed. Thanks to all who are participating, we’ll see everyone on Sunday, July 25!

Sunday’s Schedule of Events for the Doxie’s includes:

• Registration of Contestants: 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
• "Blessing of the Doxies": 1 p.m.
• Wiener Dog Races: 1:15 p.m.
• German Fest Children’s Parade: 3 p.m.
• Costume Contest: 3:30 to 4:00 p.m.
• Dachshund Awards Presentation: Following the Festivities