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 23 & 24, 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 23 and Sunday, May 24 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 24, 2026 Time: 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...

Pet Parade

Join us for the Pet Parade on Saturday, May 23, 2026! 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 24, 2026 Time: 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 23 and Sunday, May 24, 2026 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 23 & 24, 2026Time: 11 AM daily Description: Frankenmuth is going to the dogs—in the best way! Join us for The Cluck & Pup Patio Party during Dog Bowl weekend in the Covered...

Zehnder’s Fireworks Show Sponsored by Pepsi

Date: Sunday, May 24, 2026 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: Saturday, May 23 and Sunday, May 24 from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Practice starting at 8:00 AM! Registration: Please register online at DockDogs - Limited spots will be available for...

Disc Dogs of Michigan Competition

TWO WORLD-QUALIFYING DISC DOG COMPETITIONS Location: Frankenmuth Credit Union Event Field Date: Saturday, May 23, Sunday, May 24, and Monday, May 25 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 23, 2026 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 23 & May 24 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...

Best Canine Costume Contest

Location: Festival Platz Stage near the Cass River Bar and Grill Date: Saturday, May 23, 2026 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...

Sniff ‘n Seek

Location: Frankenmuth Credit Union Event FieldDate: May 23 & 24, 2026Time: 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 23 - 24, 2026Time: 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 24, 2026 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 23, 2026 Time: 1:15 p.m. Registration: OPEN Frankenmuth Dog Bowl is excited to open up submissions for the 2026 Dog Bowl King and Queen Award! All entries are due by Friday,...

Annual Canine Cruise on the Cass River

Location: Bavarian Belle River BoatDate: Saturday, May 23 and Sunday, May 24, 2026Time: 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...

Sniff ‘n Seek

Paws With A Cause

Location: Fest Platz Stage Date: May 23 & 24, 2026 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...