Don’t miss the 3rd Annual Del Ray Dog Fest, an outdoor festival celebrating dogs, their owners, and the Del Ray community!
Hosted by the Del Ray Business Association and presented by Hope Peele and the Peele Group, this dog-centered, outdoor day (rain or shine) promises to be packed with tail-wagging fun, and we’re excited to welcome you back for another incredible day on Sunday, April 6 from 11am- 3pm at the George Washington Middle School parking lot.
New for 2025: The “Top Dog” VIP Ticket
We’re excited to introduce the exclusive “Top Dog” VIP Ticket—a one-of-a-kind opportunity to celebrate your furry friend!
Secure one of only 50 VIP tickets available and your dog will be featured in the 2025 Dogs of Del Ray Dog Fest Custom Puzzle, and you’ll enjoy:
- Two tickets to the March Kickoff Party
- Two tickets for early entrance to Dog Fest
- A VIP Swag Bag featuring the custom puzzle and more
What All Attendees Will Look Forward To
- Pups n’ Poses Yoga Class with Yoga In Del Ray (VIPs or special ticket required)
- Dog Fashion Show & Distracted Dog Race
- Luring Course & Off-Leash Puppy Playground
- Rescue Row & Kids Zone
- Live Music by Rook Richards
- Yappy Hours from 3-6 PM at local restaurants and bars with food and drink specials
Ticket Information
- Advance General Admission: $15/adult (up to 2 dogs)
- General Admission + Pups n’ Poses Yoga: $25/adult (up to 2 dogs)
- Top Dog VIP Ticket: $200 (includes all VIP perks)
BUY TICKETS! 🛑 VIP tickets are limited—Act fast! Puzzle photo submissions are due by Sunday, February 16th, 2025.
Supporting a Paws-itive Cause
This year’s Del Ray Dog Fest benefits Pawfectly Delicious Dog Treats, a nonprofit providing meaningful work and job training for adults with disabilities. Learn more about their amazing mission and their delicious ginger dog treats at www.pawfectlydelicious.org.
🐾 Grab your tickets today as we gather in Del Ray to celebrate our pups!
Follow @delray_dogfest and @visitdelray for updates leading up to this paw-some event!
Promote Your Organization Through Sponsorships For This Fun Event!
These sponsorships help us offset the cost of the event and maximize our contributions to this year’s event charity, Pawfectly Delicious
- Presenting Sponsor – SOLD!
- Stage & Entertainment Sponsor – $5,000 – 1 Total OR Split $3,000 – 2 Total
- Luring Course Sponsor – $4,500 – 1 Total OR Split $2,500 – 2 Total
- Off Leash Puppy Playground Sponsor – $4,000 – 1 Total OR Split $2,500 – 2 Total
- Craft Sponsor – $3,500 – 1 Total
- Dog Bandana Sponsor – $3,500 – 1 Total
- Waste Bag Dispenser Sponsor – $3,000 – 1 Total
- Roaming Photo Booth Sponsor – $2,000 – SOLD!
- Yappy Hour Sign Sponsors – $500 – 2 Total
- T-shirt Sponsors – $325 – 6 Total
- Hydration Station Sponsors – $250/Station – 6 Total
- Pet Relief Area Sponsors – $200/Area – 10 Total
- Barricade Sponsors – $100 – 10 Total
- Furiend Of the Festival – $50 – Unlimited
- Gift Certificate/Items for Prizes & Giveaways – Any Amount – Unlimited
Please visit the form at this link for additional details and to pledge your support. Once approved, you will receive an invoice from [email protected]. Sponsorships are not guaranteed until payment has been received.
Sign Up To Be A Vendor!
To Participate As A Vendor You Must have a dog related product or service as a regular offering for your business that you will highlight during the event, offer a doggie menu item, have a dog friendly patio and/or be a sponsor at a level that includes a space during the event.
- Rescue Row Participant – $30 – Max 8 (first come, first served)
- DRBA Member Participant – $100
- Non-DRBA Member Participant – $150
- Can join at visitdelray.com/join/ to save on vendor fees
Please visit the form at this link for additional details and to apply to be a vendor at the event from 10am-3pm. Once approved, you will receive an invoice from [email protected]. Vendor spots are not guaranteed until payment has been received.
Have a Dog Friendly Space? Sign Up as a Yappy Hour Participating Location!
Yappy Hour Participants Must:
- Be an active member of the Del Ray Business Association (can join at www.visitdelray.com/join/).
- Have capacity to handle a larger crowd in the dog friendly area of your establishment
• Be open the full event time from 3PM-6PM and be appropriately staffed for the event
• Provide at least one special (food or drink) during the event
o Restaurants must submit their specials by 3/23/25 to [email protected]
Yappy Hour Participant – $50
Please visit the form at this link for additional details and to sign up to be a Yappy Hour location from 3pm-6pm. Once approved, you will receive an invoice from [email protected]. Locations are not guaranteed until payment has been received.
THANK YOU for being a part of this community event and important fundraiser for Pawfectly Delicious!