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Dachshunds racing through the grass at the Annual Galena Oktoberfest Wiener Dog Races, a dog-friendly event in Galena, IL. Photo by @GalenaOktoberfest.
A Wiener Dog crossing the finish line at the Dachshunds racing through the grass at the Annual Galena Oktoberfest Wiener Dog Races, a pet-friendly event in Galena, IL. Photo by @GalenaOktoberfest.
Photo of a Dachshund running at the Annual Galena Oktoberfest and Wiener Dog Races, an annual, dog-friendly event in Galena, IL. Photo by @GalenaOktoberfest.
Picture of two men with their dogs at the Annual Galena Oktoberfest and Wiener Dog Races, a dog-friendly event in Galena, IL. Photo by @GalenaOktoberfest.
Two pups running towards the finish during the dog-friendly Annual Galena Oktoberfest Wiener Dog Races, an annual event in Galena, IL. Photo by @GalenaOktoberfest.
Dogs in costume at the pet-friendly Annual Galena Oktoberfest Wiener Dog Races, an annual event in Galena, IL. Photo by @GalenaOktoberfest.
The race area at the Annual Galena Oktoberfest and Wiener Dog Races, a dog-friendly festival in Galena, IL. Photo by @GalenaOktoberfest.
Dachshunds racing through the grass at the Annual Galena Oktoberfest Wiener Dog Races, a dog-friendly event in Galena, IL. Photo by @GalenaOktoberfest.
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A Wiener Dog crossing the finish line at the Dachshunds racing through the grass at the Annual Galena Oktoberfest Wiener Dog Races, a pet-friendly event in Galena, IL. Photo by @GalenaOktoberfest.
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Two pups running towards the finish during the dog-friendly Annual Galena Oktoberfest Wiener Dog Races, an annual event in Galena, IL. Photo by @GalenaOktoberfest.
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Dogs in costume at the pet-friendly Annual Galena Oktoberfest Wiener Dog Races, an annual event in Galena, IL. Photo by @GalenaOktoberfest.
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Annual Galena Oktoberfest Wiener Dog Races

Mark your calendars for Annual Galena Oktoberfest Wiener Dog Races! This dog-friendly event will be held from 11:00 AM to 5:30 PM on October 3, 2026 at Depot Park in Galena, IL. Sponsored by Galena Lions Club. Admission to the festival is $10 per person, and dog registration is free in advance or $5 per dog on site. Visit Website

Or call (815) 331-0180 or email lions@galenalions.org for more information.

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As part of the Annual Galena Oktoberfest, the crowd favorite Wiener Dog Races begin with registration at 11 AM. The race will feature different divisions based on age. Each heat winner advances to the semi-finals, and winners compete in the championship race for best-of-day honors in their division. Every Dachshund needs a handler to release and another to receive, with volunteers available if needed.

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