SUNDAY 7 JUNE 2026 • PORT FAIRY GARDENS OVAL
COMMUNITY BANK PORT FAIRY AND DISTRICT

18th Annual Dachshund Dash

We are ready
for the cute chaos!

Little legs make for big vibes in the greatest scurry for glory you’ve ever seen. Bring the dogs, the kids and the smiles
for the magic and the mayhem of the Port Fairy Dash.

  • Race date is Sunday 7 June

  • Entry by donation (thank you!)

  • Check in opens at 12:30pm, heats start at 2pm

  • Location is Port Fairy Football Oval, Griffiths Street

  • Parking, food and drinks available at the grounds

  • Seating is available around the field and in the grandstand and we suggest you come early to find a seat

  • There are three age categories: Under 2 Years, Over 2 Years or Veterans (8+ years

  • Registrations have closed, sorry

  • Two dog handlers must accompany each dog - one at the start line to hold your dog and one at the finish line to catch your dog

  • Best wishes to all the entrants and their humans!

Some compare it to the Melbourne Cup. Others chuckle at the chaos. Everyone feels the small dogs making big, happy atmosphere.

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Winter Weekends thanks the Community Bank Port Fairy & District for their generous and ongoing support of this special community event.

Here are the race Terms & Conditions.

Contact

For any queries about the Dash, please contact pfdachshunddash@gmail.com