Join us this year as we celebrate our 10th anniversary!
📅 Date: Saturday August 30th & Sunday August 31st
📍 Location: Kirkley Hall, Northumberland, NE20 0AQ
🎟️ Tickets: Coming soon! Click 'going' to be the first to know!
Now in its tenth year, The North East Dog Festival has earned its place as one of the biggest dog centred events in the North.
It’s a canine celebration like no other! Set against the picturesque backdrop of Kirkley Hall, the festival has charmed its way into the hearts of thousands of dog lovers.
🐾 Have-a-Go Activities: Try agility, canisports, mantrailing, scentwork, flyball, fastest recall, rally, dog parkour, temptation alley and so much more. Plus our gundog area is getting bigger again as we welcome back the pond water retrieve and all new lure - thanks to sponsor Nordic Gundogs.
🐾 Charity Dog Shows sponsored by Hatton's Hungry Hounds and Doorstep Vet.
This year we welcome returning favourites Roo's Journey Dog Show sponsored by Doorstep Vet and Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter Dog Show sponsored by Hatton's Hungry Hounds. Plus this year we welcome back the Kennel Club Scruffts competition on Saturday.
🐾 Wellness Tipi sponsored by Pawsitive Relief
You’d be hard-pressed to find a more diverse timetable without paying a small fortune —but at the festival, it’s all included! Take a seat, relax, and enjoy an inspiring lineup of talks covering everything from canine nutrition and behaviour to health, wellness, and more. Featuring leading experts from across the country, this is your chance to learn from the best—all as part of your day at the festival. Don’t miss it!
🐾 Main Ring
Our popular main arena returns where you'll be inspired by thrilling demonstrations and performances.
🐾 Shopping
This year is a record breaker for trade as we welcome over 120 trade stands - shop till you drop and enjoy some of the most fabulous food and drink.
This year we welcome Chloé & The Super Spaniels, TV Pet Expert & Pet Nutritionist as seen on TV.
Plus so much more...you won't want to miss it!
We are proud to be working with 'My Anxious Dog' and supporting our #dogsinyellow at this year's festival.
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Also check out other Festivals in Newcastle Upon Tyne.
