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Cardiff Dog Days of Summer is hosted by Cardiff 101 Main Street and the City of Encinitas. This free event is sponsored by Kahoots and open to the public and features dog-related vendors, rescue groups, and pet adoption agencies. Activities include dog contests, live music, a libation lounge (ticketed), food trucks, and more!
Cardiff Dog Days of Summer is presented by Cardiff 101 Main Street and the City of Encinitas. This free event features numerous dog-related vendors, rescue groups, pet adoption agencies, a fun-filled dog ice cream eating contest and a lure by Swift Paws. San Diego Fire Department demonstrations will happen throughout the day. Activities include dog contests, live music, a libation lounge hosted by The Lost Abbey, Kove, and Boochcraft food trucks, and more!
From candid smiles to heartfelt embraces, our photo spot, provided by Showtime Photo Booth, is the perfect place to capture your favorite moments at Dog Days of Summer 2024!
9:00 AM Dog Contest Registration Opens. *Limited entry available so come early to secure a spot!
10:00 AM EVENT STARTS
10:10 AM Blessing of the Dogs
10:30 AM Cutest Puppy
11:00 AM Best Looking Big Dog
11:30 AM Best Looking Medium Dog
12:00 PM Proclamations by local officials
12:00 PM Kahoots presents dog ice cream eating contest
12:30 PM Best Looking Small Dog
1:00 PM Best Trick
1:30 PM Best Dressed
2:00 PM Look Alike
2:30 PM Silver Faces
3:00 PM Opportunity Drawing (do not need to be present to win)
Uniting pet enthusiasts with information, services and each other. Because pets make ü happy!