Atlanta Dog Festival and 3k Walk/Run
- Date Sun 3rd May 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Atlanta, Georgia
- Price $44.05
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Get ready for a tail-wagging good time at the Atlanta Dog Festival and 3K Walk/Run on Sunday, May 3, 2026! Taking place at the beautiful Shirley Franklin Park in the heart of Atlanta, Fulton, this exciting event is designed for dog lovers and their furry companions to connect and bond. From 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM, participants can enjoy a fun-filled morning that includes a 3K walk/run, where you'll encounter playful and interactive challenges every half kilometer, encouraging teamwork and focus between dogs and their owners.
This dog-friendly festival also features a variety of activities, including a dog agility field for playful movement, a curated lineup of dog-focused vendors, and local pet businesses showcasing their offerings. With a welcoming atmosphere for dogs of all experience levels, everyone—whether a seasoned runner or a leisurely walker—can join in on the fun. Plus, all proceeds from the event support the Pralines Backyard Foundation, which provides essential care for pets of domestic violence survivors. Don’t miss this chance to enjoy a day of bonding, exploration, and community impact while ensuring that no one has to choose between their safety and their beloved pet! Register early, as space is limited to 200
This dog-friendly festival also features a variety of activities, including a dog agility field for playful movement, a curated lineup of dog-focused vendors, and local pet businesses showcasing their offerings. With a welcoming atmosphere for dogs of all experience levels, everyone—whether a seasoned runner or a leisurely walker—can join in on the fun. Plus, all proceeds from the event support the Pralines Backyard Foundation, which provides essential care for pets of domestic violence survivors. Don’t miss this chance to enjoy a day of bonding, exploration, and community impact while ensuring that no one has to choose between their safety and their beloved pet! Register early, as space is limited to 200
Organiser's Description
Join us for the Atlanta Dog Festival & 3K Walk/Run a dog-friendly community event designed to help dogs and their people connect.
REGISTER EARLY, REGISTRATION CLOSES AT 200 DOGS, AS OF FEBRUARY 1ST, WE HAVE 46 REGISTRATIONS.
Taking place on Sunday, May 3 from 8:30 AM12:00 PM at Shirley Franklin Park, this event brings together Atlanta dog parents, families, runners, walkers, and animal lovers for a morning of movement, bonding, and impact.
What Makes This Event Special
Along the 3K route, participants will find interactive dog-and-human bonding moments every 1/2 kilometer, including quick, fun challenges like:
A 5-second sit
Stay, down, or paw cues
Simple connection exercises designed to strengthen focus and teamwork
These moments are optional, welcoming, and designed for dogs of all experience levels making the walk just as enriching as it is fun.
In addition to the 3K walk/run, the festival experience includes:
A dog agility field for playful movement and confidence building
A curated lineup of dog-focused vendors
Community partners and local pet businesses
A relaxed, welcoming environment for dogs and their people
This event is hosted by Pralines Backyard Dog Services, with all proceeds benefiting Pralines Backyard Foundation, [https://pralinesbackyardfoundation.org] a nonprofit that provides safe foster and boarding care for the pets of domestic violence survivors. By protecting pets, the Foundation helps remove one of the biggest barriers survivors face when seeking safety.
Friendly, leashed dogs are welcome.
All ages, all paces, walkers and runners alike are encouraged to participate.
Whether youre here to walk, bond, explore, or support, your participation helps ensure that no one has to choose between their safety and their pet.
REGISTER EARLY, REGISTRATION CLOSES AT 200 DOGS, AS OF FEBRUARY 1ST, WE HAVE 46 REGISTRATIONS.
Taking place on Sunday, May 3 from 8:30 AM12:00 PM at Shirley Franklin Park, this event brings together Atlanta dog parents, families, runners, walkers, and animal lovers for a morning of movement, bonding, and impact.
What Makes This Event Special
Along the 3K route, participants will find interactive dog-and-human bonding moments every 1/2 kilometer, including quick, fun challenges like:
A 5-second sit
Stay, down, or paw cues
Simple connection exercises designed to strengthen focus and teamwork
These moments are optional, welcoming, and designed for dogs of all experience levels making the walk just as enriching as it is fun.
In addition to the 3K walk/run, the festival experience includes:
A dog agility field for playful movement and confidence building
A curated lineup of dog-focused vendors
Community partners and local pet businesses
A relaxed, welcoming environment for dogs and their people
This event is hosted by Pralines Backyard Dog Services, with all proceeds benefiting Pralines Backyard Foundation, [https://pralinesbackyardfoundation.org] a nonprofit that provides safe foster and boarding care for the pets of domestic violence survivors. By protecting pets, the Foundation helps remove one of the biggest barriers survivors face when seeking safety.
Friendly, leashed dogs are welcome.
All ages, all paces, walkers and runners alike are encouraged to participate.
Whether youre here to walk, bond, explore, or support, your participation helps ensure that no one has to choose between their safety and their pet.
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Shirley Franklin Park ( formerly the Westside Park Atlanta), 1660 Johnson Rd. NW, Atlanta, 30318, GA, United States
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