Announcing the return of the popular Savannah Wiener Dog Races and the addition of the new All Breeds Dog Races during Oktoberfest at Plant Riverside District!

On Saturday, October 5, Plant Riverside District will host the inaugural 2024 Savannah All Breeds Dog Races, an event created by popular demand of the dog owners from Savannah and its surroundings. All dogs not classified as a Wiener Dog (dachshund or dachshund mix) will be able to register in weight classes up to 30 pounds. The 2024 Savannah Wiener Dog Races will take place on Saturday, October 12. Both races are organized by Savannah’s Waterfront in collaboration with Plant Riverside District, with proceeds benefiting Savannah’s Waterfront, a 501c3 non-profit organization whose mission is to preserve the history, maintain the appearance, promote the area, and promote collaboration among businesses along Savannah’s Waterfront.

All dogs and owners from all over the area are invited to join the big races on River Street. Apart from the fastest run awards in all weight classes, there will be exciting contests such as best dressed dog, best dressed dog owner and more. Entry cost is $25.00. Registration/check-in will open at 9:00 a.m., races begin at 11:00 a.m. in Martin Luther King, Jr. Park, 400 West River Street. The grand prize winner will receive a special trophy as well as a $100 gift card to District Seafood or District BBQ at Plant Riverside District. All Breeds Dog Races registration for October 5 is available HERE. Savannah Wiener Dog Races registration for October 12 is available HERE.

“We had so much fun last year at Plant Riverside District, bringing back the Savannah Wiener Dog Races after a four-year absence,” said Julie Musselman, Executive Director of Savannah’s Waterfront. “We did get some feedback from terriers, beagles, collies, and other hounds who wanted their day in the sun too. So, we are howling with excitement about the new Savannah All Breeds Dog Races.” 

For more information about participating in the dog races, please call 912-234-0295 or email hello@savannahswaterfront.com.

Click here for more information about Plant Riverside District’s Oktoberfest.