Events at the Frankenmuth Dog Bowl
We look forward to hosting you for a doggone great time at the 2026 Frankenmuth Dog Bowl!
Balloons Over Bavarian Inn
Witness beautiful morning and evening flights by 20+ hot air balloons over Frankenmuth! Nightly balloon glows take place at the Frankenmuth Credit Union Event Field just behind Frankenmuth River Place Shops, this is a must-see event you don't want to miss at...
Dog Mushing
Location: Frankenmuth Credit Union Event FieldDate: May 29 & 30, 2026Time: Saturday: 9:30 AM & 1:45 PM & Sunday: 9:30 AM & 1:30 PM Experience the thrill of the sled without the snow! Join Shorty Creek Dog Sleds for an exciting 30-minute dog mushing...
Wiener Dog Races
Location: Frankenmuth Credit Union Event Field Date and Time: Saturday, May 29 and Sunday, May 30 at 5 PM each day. Registration: Onsite only – starting at 4 pm before the race at the Wiener Dog Registration Tent at the back of the Fest Platz. Fee: No cost to...
Silly Pet Tricks & Talking/Howling Competition
Location: Festival Platz Stage near the Cass River Bar and Grill Date: Sunday, May 30, 2027Time: 1:00 p.m. Registration: Onsite only at the Information Booth starting at 12:00 p.m. Sunday, May 24. Fee: No cost to register! This audience favorite allows the public to...
Pet Parade
Join us for the Pet Parade on Saturday, May 29, 2027! This year's King and Queen will be the Grand Marshals! Beginning at 12:45 pm, dogs and their owners can line up in the south parking lot near the marquee of Frankenmuth River Place Shops. No registration needed!...
Dog Breeds of the World Show
Location: Festival Platz Stage near the Cass River Bar and GrillDate: Sunday, May 30, 2027Time: 2:00 p.m. Registration: Onsite only at the Dog Bowl Information Booth – Open until 1:30 pm. Limited to one dog per breed! This free Dog Show is both educational and fun....
Police K9 Demonstration
Location: Frankenmuth Credit Union Event Field Date: Saturday, May 29 and Sunday, May 30, 2027 Times: Saturday: 10:30 AM | 4:00 PM | 6:00 PM Sunday: 10:30 AM | 4:00 PM | 6:00 PM K9 Hero Guardians, a nonprofit organization, and Central Michigan Dog Training is pleased...
The Cluck & Pup Patio Party
Name of Event: The Cluck & Pup Patio PartyLocation: Covered Bridge ShopDate: May 29 - 30, 2026Time: 11 AM daily Description: Join us for The Cluck & Pup Patio Party during Dog Bowl weekend in the Covered Bridge Shop parking lot. Featuring:🍗 Frankenmuth...
Zehnder’s Fireworks Show Sponsored by Pepsi
Date: Sunday, May 30, 2027 Time: 9:45 p.m. Join Frankenmuth Dog Bowl fans for a spectacular displays of colors at Zehnder’s Fireworks Show! This event is presented by Pepsi and takes place at dusk. Watch from the big field at the festival or anywhere across town –...
International Dockdogs Competition
Location: Gravel Parking Lot near the Cass River by the Covered Bridge Date and Time: Friday, May 28, Saturday, May 29, and Sunday, May 30 from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Practice starting at 8:00 AM! Registration: Please register online at DockDogs - Limited spots will be...
Disc Dogs of Michigan Competition
TWO WORLD-QUALIFYING DISC DOG COMPETITIONS Location: Frankenmuth Credit Union Event Field Date: Saturday, May 29, Sunday, May 30, and Monday, May 31 Time: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Monday Registration: Contact Disc Dogs of...
25 Yard Small Doggie Fun Run Race
Location: Frankenmuth Credit Union Event Field Date and Time: Saturday, May 29, 2027 at 2:30 PM Registration: Onsite at the Dog Bowl Information Booth on Saturday until 2:00 PM. Limited to the first 50 registered dogs.Fee: No cost to register! The 19th annual race to...
Border Collie Sheep Herding Demonstration
Location: Frankenmuth Credit Union Event Field Date: May 29 & May 30 Time: 12:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. This event keeps large audiences in awe and amazement. Different skill sets are demonstrated by various Border Collies based on their experience levels. Several...
Rock N Roll K9s Performance Team
Location: River Place Shops Southeast Lawn Date: Saturday, May 23 - 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM Date: Sunday, May 24 - 11:00 AM, 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM The Rock N Roll K9s provide good family fun entertainment with their awesome K9s, while grooving to rock and roll...
Sniff ‘n Seek
Location: Frankenmuth Credit Union Event FieldDate: May 29 & 30, 2027Time: 9:00 AM – 6:30 PMPricing: $10 (Your entry includes the hunt ($5) with a $5 donation to support the Frankenmuth Dog Bowl Non-Profit.) Register on-site for this activity. First Come, first...
Dog Lure Course
Location: Frankenmuth Credit Union Event FieldDate: May 29 - 30, 2027Time: 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM Does your dog like to chase squirrels? Does your dog like to run? Try your “paw” at the Zenos Dog Run LLC Lure Course. It’s a fast paced, exciting, controlled lure course...
50 Yard Big Doggie Fun Run Race
Location: Frankenmuth Credit Union Event Field Date and Time: Sunday, May 30, 2027 at 2:30 PM Registration: Onsite at the Dog Bowl Information Booth anytime Sunday until 2:00 PM. Limited to the first 50 registered dogs. Fee: No cost to register! The 19th annual race...
Dog Bowl King & Queen Contest
Location: Festival Platz Stage near the Cass River Bar and Grill Date: Saturday, May 29, 2027 Time: 1:15 p.m. Registration: CLOSED for 2026 Frankenmuth Dog Bowl has closed applications for the 2026 Dog Bowl King and Queen Award. All entries were due by Friday,...
Annual Canine Cruise on the Cass River
Location: Bavarian Belle River BoatDate: Saturday, May 29 and Sunday, May 30, 2027Time: Saturday: 8:30 a.m. & 9:45 a.m. Sunday: 9:45 a.m.Register: OPEN CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Back by popular demand, the annual Canine Cruise on the Cass River returns during the...
Paws With A Cause
Location: Fest Platz Stage Date: May 29 & 30, 2027 Time: 11:30 AM & 2:30 PM Paws With A Cause® enhances the independence and quality of life for people with disabilities nationally through custom-trained Assistance Dogs. PAWS® increases awareness of the...
Best Canine Costume Contest
Location: Festival Platz Stage near the Cass River Bar and Grill Date: Saturday, May 29, 2027 Time: Immediately following the pet parade at approximately 1:30 p.m. on the Festival Platz Stage. Registration: No registration. Participants will be asked to line up in...
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