SF’s DogFest 2026: Pet Festival, Carnival & Parade (Duboce Park)

Submitted by the Event Organizer

DogFest 2026 is a mutt-tastic festival at one of the most dog-friendly parks in the city and the biggest dog event in San Francisco.

DogFest is a celebration of dogs, families, community, and spring in San Francisco. It’s also a charitable event that raises funds for McKinley Elementary – a small public school in the neighborhood.

DogFest attendees can expect nonstop fun and games. The park fills with carnival-style games staffed by McKinley students, while at the top end, jumping castles keep the little ones busy. Dogs are the star of the event, of course, with a daylong show and contest. Food trucks ensure that everyone is well fed, while the book fair, merchant stalls, and the doggie adoption zone provide wonderful ways to support the community.

19th Annual DogFest
Saturday, April 25, 2026 | 11 am to 3 pm
Duboce Park, Duboce and Steiner, SF
FREE to watch – Register your dog ($30)

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Dog Show Schedule 2026

Times are estimates – please check in 10 minutes before category start time

• 11 am The party starts – Grab a coffee, a lunch, or a treat and browse our vendor booths or play some games! Vendor booths and games will be open throughout the event and the silent auction will kick off.
• 11:30 am – BEST COSTUME – Judges vote on the dog with the best costume. Extra points for originality!
• 12 PM – Best Trick – Dogs have 30 seconds to show off their best trick(s). Props encouraged!
• 12:30 PM – Best Coat – Which dog has the most luxurious coat?
• 1 PM – Half Time Show! – Our judges and dogs need a break so you get to soak up some fun with an awesome brass band.
• 1:30 PM – Best Mutt – A little of this and a little of that, sugar and spice makes everything nice. Whose best friend is made up of the best mix?
• 2 PM – Best Lap Dog – Judges are looking for dogs that are great on their human’s lap while they sit the velvet throne.
• 2:3o pm – Best-In-Show – OPENLY CORRUPT! The winners of each of the main categories  and anyone who wants to buy their way in for $50 will be entered in this final contest of the day. It really is corrupt, but it’s all with the goal of raising the most money possible for McKinley Elementary school!
• 3 pm – Wind down – The event will come to a close at 3. If you feel like pitching in, we always welcome a hand to take things down!

All events are free to watch, but pre-registration ($30) is typically required for your dog to compete.

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.