The Running of the Chihuahuas at The Wharf!🐕🏆
EVENT DATE & TIME: Saturday, May 3 from 2pm-5pm
LOCATION: The Wharf in Washington, DC
Small Dogs, Big Fun. Celebrate the 13th Annual Running of the Chihuahuas presented by Pacifico and emceed by Tommy McFly. The fun-filled and free event features the iconic Chihuahua races, ice cold Pacifico Beer, a DJ, and more.
The highlight of the afternoon, the races features over 150 Chihuahuas racing in groups of eight on a sixty foot “race track.” All the action is captured on a huge video wall and the winners take home pet-friendly gifts, prizes, and more! ALL race proceeds benefit Rural Dog Rescue – a non-profit organization dedicated to pulling dogs from high-kill rural shelters.
Only Chihuahuas may participate in the races, but all dogs can take part in the excitement of the day during the free all-breed dog costume contest! If you don’t have a dog yet, keep an eye out for your forever friend during the Adoptable Dog Parade that takes place between the Chihuahua races.
This is a family and dog-friendly, admission-free event, but you must be 21+ to drink alcohol.