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We love the Corgi Beach Day, CorgiCon, and Corgi Nationals in California. CorgiFest in Idaho, and Corgi races all over the NFL. But what could be more epic than a Corgi Beach Bash weekend in paradise? Venice, Florida is world famous for its endless cache of sharks teeth fossils on its beaches. But with this Corgi-fest, sharks won't be the only predators you find at the beach! ;)Make Venice your destination for a "fin"tastic pet-friendly family vacation with your favorite furry loaf of bread. There are many festivities to get you out and about in this cute upscale "Mayberry" town. Start off with an evening under the stars watching an international horse jumping event at Fox Lea Farm on Friday, February 20, 2026 at 6:30-8:30 pm. Only $10 per person and Corgis on a leash are welcome. Complimentary charcuterie will be available, or you can purchase a personal wood oven-fired pizza and a drink from the bar.
Then get a good night's sleep for the following day's excitement!
Time to K*ll on Saturday morning before the Corgi Beach Bash? Walk around the Venice Florida Farmer's Market behind City Hall "on the island" near Venice Beach. You're sure to find a delicious pastry or lunch item. Pups on a leash are welcome. Stop by the Young Living essential oils booth and talk to Tara and Sharon, (the Corgi Bash organizers who also have a booth at the Farmer's Market) and get the lay of the land. Wander down the street toward Venice Beach to see the banyan trees or head downtown with your floof and do a little window shopping on Venice Avenue or Miami Street. Dogs are welcome at Venice Wine & Coffee which has a great outside bistro area or indoor bar to enjoy a glass of wine. And benches scatter the walkways if you need to take a break.
See you in the afternoon at the Beach Bash on Saturday, February 21, 2026 from 2:00 to 7:00 pm at Brohard Paw Park & Beach. Enjoy a costume contest, corgi races, leash-free romping, sunset over the Gulf, and some much-needed rest and relaxation.
Hungry after a day on the beach? After sunset, head over to British Open Pub for dinner. They even have a special "pup" menu that includes meat and veggies and something sweet. Or check out The Old Salty Dog Venice. Both restaurants have a full bar and menu and require dogs to be on leash.
On Sunday morning, head over to Pinebrook Fitness Trail at 9:30 am and enjoy a beautiful hike in nature with the group. There are benches throughout the trail if you'd like to take a break and enjoy the scenery. It's the best way to cap off a perfect Corgi vacation weekend in Venice, Florida, one of the most dog-friendly cities in the US!
Book your hotel accommodations at Hotel Venezia in Venice, Florida on Tamiami Trail/41. It is dog-friendly, and has a big pool, restaurant, and tiki bar. Plus, it is only a mile or so from the beach and all the activities.
Join us for this annual event and put this fun-loving Corg-munity "paw"ty on the map! Enjoy all the events or pick and choose and we'll see you on the beach.
ITINERARY:
Fri. Feb. 20
6:30-8:30 pm - Horse Jumping Under the Stars
Location: Fox Lea Farm
800 North Auburn Rd, Venice, FL 34292
*leash required until jumping event is over
Sat. Feb 21
8:00 am-1:00 pm - Venice FL Farmer's Market
Location: City Hall
401 W Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285
*leash required
11:00 am-1:30 pm - Downtown shopping, restaurants & wine bar
Location: Venice Wine & Coffee
201 W Venice Ave, Venice FL 34285
*leash required
2:00-7:00 pm - CORGI BEACH BASH Venice FL
Location: Brohard Paw Park & Beach
1850 Harbor Drive S, Venice, FL 34285
*NO leash required
*Overflow parking available at Maxine Barritt Park, next to Brohard Paw Park (outdoor showers available for people; hoses available for pups)
7:30-10:00 pm - Dinner
Location: British Open Pub (outdoor covered patio area)
367 Jacaranda Blvd, Venice, FL 34292
*leash required
OR
The Old Salty Dog
1485 S Tamiami Trl, Venice, FL 34285
*leash required
Sun. Feb. 22
9:30-10:30 am - Corgi Hike meetup
Location: Pinebrook Park: Nature & Fitness Trail
1251 Pinebrook Road Venice, FL 34285
*Meet near the tennis courts
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Brohard Paw Park & Beach, 1850 Harbor Dr S, Venice, FL 34285, United States
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.
