Dog Lovers Festival, Brisbane 2026

Get ready for the ultimate paw-some experience at the Brisbane Dog Lovers Festival - a celebration of all things canine!

Queensland's biggest celebration of dogs returns to the Brisbane Showgrounds on Saturday 16 & Sunday 17 May, 2026, and it’s set to be our most tail-wagging festival yet.

Whether you’re a proud dog parent, thinking about welcoming a new furry friend, or you just love being surrounded by happy, wagging tails, this is your weekend.

🐶 What’s waiting for you:

• Meet hundreds of beautiful dogs across dozens of breeds
• Shop hundreds of dog brands with the latest treats, toys, accessories, tech, and more
• Amazing live dog sports and demonstrations on the VitaPet Arena featuring Australia’s most talented canine stars
• Breed Showcase & Adoption Zones where you can meet breed clubs & adoption organisations with dogs looking for loving forever homes
• Pat-A-Pooch sessions for guaranteed smiles & serotonin hits
• Delicious food trucks to keep you fuelled all day

This is the ultimate festival for dog lovers, perfect for families, couples, and groups of friends but sadly no BYO dogs, learn why here.

Don’t miss your chance to celebrate the unconditional love of dogs and create paw-some memories that last a lifetime.

🐾 Get your tickets today and make tails wag! 🐾

Event Hours
Saturday 16 May, 2026: 9am - 5pm
Sunday 17 May, 2026: 9am - 5pm