Question 1

Can I bring my dog to the Festival?

Accepted Answer

We love all dogs but, as the name of the Festival suggests, this event has been set-up for ‘Dog Lovers‘, not ‘dogs’. So, due to health and safety reasons  and because it is mainly an indoor event, unfortunately we are unable to allow visitors to bring their dogs into the Festival.

Question 2

Do I need to select which day I’m attending the Festival?

Accepted Answer

No, you don’t need to choose your day when you purchase your ticket – you can decide later. However, once your ticket is scanned at the gate, it becomes valid for that day only and cannot be used for entry on another day.

Question 3

Does my Dog Lovers Festival ticket entitle me entry into the Cat Lovers Festival?

Accepted Answer

It sure does! All dog lovers, who also love cats, can enter the Melbourne Cat Lovers Festival with the same ticket! That’s 2 great Festivals for the price of 1.

Please note you must enter both Festivals on the same day.

Question 4

How do I entry enter competitions & redeem Festival Specials?

Accepted Answer

To enter competitions and redeem special offers at the Festival, simply show your unique QR code in the Dog Lovers Festival App (not your entry ticket) for exhibitors to scan. It’s your all-access pass to unlock exclusive deals and experiences!

Question 5

May I use a Companion Card to enter the Festival?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Simply present the card to ticketing or security staff at the door. You will just need to purchase a child, adult or pensioner’s ticket for the person in your care.

Question 6

What are your conditions of entry?

Accepted Answer

You can view our full conditions of entry at dogloversfestival.com.au/melbourne/conditions-of-entry

Question 7

How do I book an exhibitor stand in the Expo part of the Festival?

Accepted Answer

If you have a business that dog owners or lovers would love to know about, or know of a business you’d like to see at a Dog Lovers Festival, please connect with our Sales Team via sales@petprojects.com.au.

Dog Lovers Festival, Melbourne 2025