Thank You for an Amazing Cardiff Dog Days of Summer!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for an unforgettable Cardiff Dog Days of Summer! 🐾 We’re so grateful to our amazing attendees, vendors, sponsors, volunteers, and, of course, all the dogs who made the day so special.
We’re already looking forward to next year!
Save the Date: Cardiff Dog Days of Summer 2027
📅 Sunday, August 1, 2027
📍 Encinitas Community Park
⏰ Same time, same place!
We can’t wait to see you and your pups again next year. Until then, keep those tails wagging! 🐶❤️
See you August 1, 2027!
🐾 Congratulations to the 2026 Dog Contest Winners! 🐾
A huge congratulations to all of our amazing 2026 Dog Contest winners! Thank you to everyone who participated and made this year’s contests so much fun.
🏆 Best Looking Small Dog
1st Place: Sophie
2nd Place: Mr. Fox
3rd Place: Rio
🏆 Best Looking Medium Dog
1st Place: Stella
2nd Place: Hazel
3rd Place: Ace
🏆 Best Looking Big Dog
1st Place: Winston
2nd Place: Bear
3rd Place: Bogey
🐶 Cutest Puppy
1st Place: Meadow
2nd Place: Soya
3rd Place: Beacon
🩶 Silver Faces
1st Place: Kaia
2nd Place: Zack
3rd Place: Diego
🎩 Best Trick
1st Place: Cowboy
2nd Place: Cosmo
3rd Place: Chorizo
🐕 Look Alike
1st Place: Ollie
2nd Place: Kaia
3rd Place: Sailor Moon
👗 Best Dressed
1st Place: Lady Madison
2nd Place: Sparkle
3rd Place: Ruffalina
Congratulations to all of our 2026 Dog Contest winners! 🐾🎉
Treat yourself—and your pup—to the ultimate event experience.
Upgrade your day with our limited-edition VIP Experience—a curated way to enjoy the event in comfort, style, and with plenty of perks!
Enter to Win a Year Supply of Dog Food!
Kahoots is giving away one year’s worth of premium dog food! To enter, print the bingo card below, complete the bingo card, and bring it to the Kahoots booth at Dog Days of Summer. Two lucky winners will take home this incredible prize—making your next year a little easier and your dog’s bowl a lot fuller.
🐾 Vendor Spaces Are Sold Out!
Thank you for your interest in participating in the 21st Annual Cardiff Dog Days of Summer! Vendor applications are now closed.
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!
For 2026 sponsorship opportunities, contact Alison Wielechowski at director@cardiff101.com
NEW! Dog Yoga
Looking for a more relaxing but fun way to enjoy the day? Join Amanda Joy for our first-ever Dog Yoga sessions! Bring your four-legged best friend and enjoy a unique experience designed to help you stretch, unwind, and connect with your pup in a fun outdoor setting.Dog Yoga classes will be offered at 10:30 AM, 11:15 AM, 12:15 PM, and 1:00 PM. Each class is $20 per person. Space is limited, so be sure to arrive early to join a class! Sign up HERE✨ New This Year: The Corgi & Dachshund Run! 🐶🏁
We're excited to introduce a brand-new event at Cardiff Dog Days of Summer—the Corgi & Dachshund Run! Watch these adorable pups race for glory, make new furry friends, and steal the show. Corgis and Dachshunds can register to compete for a chance to be crowned this year's champion. Proudly Sponsored by VCA Animal Hospitals. Click here for more information and registration details.
NEW! Cardiff Dog Days Silent Auction, Sponsored by Cardiff By The Sea Foundation
Bid Big. Do Good. Take Home Something Amazing. The Cardiff Dog Days of Summer Silent Auction is your chance to score unforgettable experiences, exclusive local treasures, and one-of-a-kind items—all while supporting the community you love. Prizes have been generously donated by local businesses and community partners, making every winning bid even more meaningful.
Every bid helps Cardiff 101 Main Street continue producing free community events like Dog Days of Summer and the Cardiff By The Sea Foundation keep Cardiff beautiful while supporting programs that bring people, businesses, and nonprofits together throughout the year.
🐾 Bid often. Outbid your friends. Win unforgettable experiences—and make a difference with every dollar.
Rescue Row: Starting at 10:00 AM
“Rescue Row” is presented by the Rancho Coastal Humane Society. All Rescue Row event proceeds are donated to Rancho Coastal Humane Society whose focus is to rescue, shelter, and find homes for companion animals while promoting humane ideals through education and community outreach.
The City of Encinitas “Pet Health Expo” will be on-site providing pet micro-chipping thanks to San Diego Humane Society.
Dog Contests: Sign up day of event starting at 9 AM
Does your dog like to strut its stuff? Our popular dog contests are back! Compete in the ice cream contest and you could take home a ribbon for 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place — but the best prize is definitely the ice cream itself! Winners of the other contests will receive a goodie bag filled with dog food, treats, toys, and more! Registration starts the day of the event at 9:00 AM for $10 per contest—cash or credit/debit accepted. *VIP Experience members have early access to sign up online beforehand.
At The Cardiff 101 Booth!
Be sure to stop by the Cardiff 101 Booth to check out the Opportunity Drawing and Silent Auction and purchase tickets for chances to win awesome prizes!
Main Stage Schedule (Tentative)
9:00 AM Dog Contest Registration Opens. *Limited entry available so come early to secure a spot!
10:00 AM EVENT STARTS
10:10 AM Blessing of the Dogs
10:30 AM Best Looking Small Dog
11:00 AM Best Looking Medium Dog
11:00 AM Corgi/Daschund Race (East Course)
11:30 AM Best Looking Big Dog
12:00 PM Dog Ice Cream Eating Contests (5)
12:30 PM Cutest Puppy
1:00 PM Silver Faces
1:30 PM Best Trick
2:00 PM Look Alike
2:30 PM Best Dressed
2:45 PM Opportunity Drawing (do not need to be present to win; prizes can be picked up at Cal Coast CU from 8/3-8/31/26 during business hours)
Event Happenings
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Shuttle Service to/from Encinitas Community Center, San Dieguito High School, & Scripps
10:00 AM - 3:00PM Carlsbad Pet & Feed VIP Tent ($) more info
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Vendor Village
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Dog Contests
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Swift Paws Lure ($)
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Agility Course
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM San Diego Fire Department demonstrations
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Adoptions at Rescue Row
10:00 AM - 2:45 PM Opportunity Drawing tickets for sale; Winners determined starting at 2:45 PM
10:30 AM - 1:00PM Dog Yoga Classes by Amanda Joy(classes began every 45min)
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM Corgi Dachshund Run Proudly Sponsored by VCA Animal Hospitals
11:00AM - 3:00 PM Freddie’s Place Libation Lounge ($)
Thank You to Our Opportunity Drawing, Silent Auction, VIP Experience & Swag Bag, and Contest Prize Donors!
Alison and Chuck Mundo
Belly Up Tavern
Best Pizza & Brew
Cal Coast Credit Union
Cameron Fitness
Camp Bow Wow of El Cajon
Cardiff Farmers Market
Cardiff Seaside Market
Cardiff Surf
Carlsbad Pet and Feed
Cbar
Dentistry & Oral Surgery for Dogs
East Coast Pizza
Emerald Isle Golf Course
Hansen Surfboards
Jorge's Mexicatessen
Joy Healing Co
K Spence Aesthetics
Kahoots
Kettner Exchange
Let's Roam
Little Fox Cups and Cones
Living Coast Discovery Center
Meadiocrity Mead
Moonlight Stage Productions/City of Vista
Moonlight Vet
Museum of Making Music
Nectarine Grove
Neso
Raising Cane's
Richard Walker's Pancake House
Rob Machado Foundation
Sambazon
San Diego Botanic Garden
Saucy Slice
Scenthound Carmel Valley
Shibumi
Soul of Yoga
Sun Bum
SUP Pups
Tesla
The Lost Abbey
The Shanty
Tower 13
USS Midway Museum
Waverly
Event Parking
Event Shuttle Services
To make your visit to the event as convenient as possible, we have arranged shuttle services from 2 designated parking locations:
A. Scripps Hospital - Lot C
Address: 326 Santa Fe Dr, Encinitas, CA 92024
Shuttle Pickup: The shuttle will pick up dogs and people at the entrance of the medical offices
B. San Dieguito Academy High School
Address: 800 Santa Fe Dr, Encinitas, CA 92024
Shuttle Pickup: The shuttle will pick up dogs and people at 3 shuttle stops
Shuttle Schedule:
Shuttles will run continuously throughout the event from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, every 15 minutes to ensure timely pickups and drop-offs.
Additional Information:
Please follow event signage for designated shuttle pickup points.
Ensure your dogs are leashed and ready for boarding.
For any assistance or further information, event staff will be available at both parking locations.
We look forward to welcoming you to the event! If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at director@cardiff101.com or communications@cardiff101.com
