Del Ray Dog Fest 2026

The 4th Annual Del Ray Dog Fest is a fun outdoor event that will include dog-centered activities, dog menu items, live music, vendors and food on Sunday, April 12th from 11am- 3pm at the George Washington Middle School parking lot. This festival is dog-friendly and takes place outdoors, rain or shine.

Among the planned activities:

• Pups n Poses Yoga Class with Yoga In Del Ray.
• Luring Course.
• Off-Leash Puppy Playground.
• Rescue Row.
• Family Zone.
• Dog Fashion Show.
• Distracted Dog Race.
• Live music by Rook Richards.
• AND MORE!

This year’s Del Ray Dog Fest benefits the Alexandria Police Foundation’s Caring for K9s Program, which provides essential healthcare for retired K9s that served the Alexandria community. Learn more about their amazing mission at alexandriapolicefoundation.org/caring-for-k9.

Follow @delray_dogfest and @visitdelray for updates leading up to this paw-some event!

PLEASE NOTE: No adults are permitted to handle more than two dogs during the event. Children are not permitted to be in charge of handling any dogs. By registering, you confirm that your dog(s) are current on their rabies vaccination and that you must be aware of your surroundings and in control of your dog(s) at all times during this event and are responsible for their actions. Only standard 6ft leashes are to be used at this event; no retractable or extendible leashes will be permitted.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

George Washington Middle School Parking Lot, 1005 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, United States

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