Wiener Dog Olympics
- Date Fri 13th March 2026 - Sun 15th March 2026
- Time 12:30PM EDT
- Location Columbus, Ohio
- Price Free
- Races 20 races
- Distances Olympic
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Event summary
On Friday and Saturday, attendees can enjoy two racing blocks each day, with three heats per block. The top two pups from each heat will advance to the afternoon and evening finals, while Sunday will feature a single block with three heats culminating in an exciting afternoon final. With a race track stretching 60 feet, it promises to be a thrilling spectacle as these little dashers compete in their snazzy hot dog costumes—provided free to all participants! Don’t miss out on this fun-filled weekend where every dachshund has a chance to shine!
Organiser's Description
The Wiener Dog Olympics return to the Columbus Pet Expo with more races, more chaos, and more adorable champions than ever. Each day features multiple preliminary heats that lead into one or two highenergy Final Races in the main arena.
DAILY RACE FORMAT
Friday & Saturday
Two separate race blocks each day
Each block includes three preliminary heats
The top two dogs from each heat advance to that blocks Daily Final
That means two Finals per day:
Afternoon Final
Evening Final
Sunday
One race block with three preliminary heats
The top two dogs from each heat advance to the Sunday Afternoon Final
IF A HEAT WINNER CANNOT RETURN FOR THE FINAL, THE RUNNERUP FROM THAT HEAT AUTOMATICALLY TAKES THEIR PLACE.
RACE TRACK & RULES
The track is 60 feet long
The first dog to cross the finish line wins
All races are designed to be fun, friendly, and full of classic dachshund chaos
COSTUMES
Every participating Dachshund receives a free hot dog costume to wear during the race.
Costumes must be worn during the event to compete in the Wiener Dog Olympics.
REGISTRATION RULES
All races are free to enter
Each owner may enter only one dog per day
Each dog may participate in one heat only per day
Choose your preferred heat time during registration
Heats fill quickly early registration is encouraged
Races
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Friday Qualifier 1a
Fri 13th March 2026 (12:30PM EDT)
Free
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Friday Qualifier 1b
Fri 13th March 2026 (1:30PM EDT)
Free
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Friday Qualifier 1c
Fri 13th March 2026 (2:30PM EDT)
Free
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Friday Qualifier 2a
Fri 13th March 2026 (4:30PM EDT)
Free
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Friday Qualifier 2b
Fri 13th March 2026 (5:30PM EDT)
Free
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Friday Qualifier 2c
Fri 13th March 2026 (6:30PM EDT)
Free
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Friday Afternoon Final
Fri 13th March 2026 (3:30PM EDT)
Free
OPENS 13 MAR -
Friday Evening Final
Fri 13th March 2026 (7:00PM EDT)
Free
OPENS 13 MAR -
Saturday Qualifier 1a
Sat 14th March 2026 (10:30AM EDT)
Free
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Saturday Qualifier 1b
Sat 14th March 2026 (11:30AM EDT)
Free
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Saturday Qualifier 1c
Sat 14th March 2026 (12:30PM EDT)
Free
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Saturday Qualifier 2a
Sat 14th March 2026 (2:30PM EDT)
Free
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Saturday Qualifier 2b
Sat 14th March 2026 (3:30PM EDT)
Free
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Saturday Qualifier 2c
Sat 14th March 2026 (4:30PM EDT)
Free
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Saturday Afternoon Final
Sat 14th March 2026 (1:30PM EDT)
Free
OPENS 14 MAR -
Saturday Evening Final
Sat 14th March 2026 (5:30PM EDT)
Free
OPENS 14 MAR -
Sunday Qualifier 1a
Sun 15th March 2026 (11:30AM EDT)
Free
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Sunday Qualifier 1b
Sun 15th March 2026 (1:00PM EDT)
Free
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Sunday Qualifier 1c
Sun 15th March 2026 (2:30PM EDT)
Free
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Sunday Afternoon Final
Sun 15th March 2026 (4:00PM EDT)
Free
OPENS 15 MAR
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Location
717 E 17th Ave, Columbus, 43211, OH, United States
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