2025 Frankenmuth Dog Bowl Dates, Events and Fun Things to See | Ultimutt in Furiffic Summer Fun in Michigan!
Article: 2025 Frankenmuth Dog Bowl Dates, Events and Fun Things to See | Ultimutt in Furiffic Summer Fun in Michigan!
The Frankenmuth Dog Bowl is the World’s Largest Olympic Style Festival For Dogs!! Chris and I have personally attended this May Michigan event and we think it's the ultimutt in furiffic fun in Michigan as everyone loves cute dog events!
Forbes says, "Top Pet-Friendly Festivals In North America!"
What is the Frankenmuth Dog Bowl?
It's The world’s largest Olympic-style festival for dogs! This dog event includes:
- Dog Breeds of the World Show
- International DockDogs Competition
- Border Collie sheep herding events
- Super cute wiener dog races
- Best Canine Costume Contest
- Rock N Roll K9's shows
- Agility competitions
- Super fun pet costume parade and so much more!
Don't miss the competitive hot air balloon event called the "Balloons over Bavarian Inn." It's usually around 9:00 p.m. (check their website for details) with nightly balloon glow events at the River Place Shops field. The majestic balloon launches begin Friday night and occur early morning and later evenings until Monday morning (weather permitting).
When is the 2025 Frankenmuth Dog Bowl?
Held every Memorial Day Weekend in Frankenmuth, Michigan, this high energy dog event is a favorite among kids and adults!
When: May 24 to 25, 2025
The events are free to attend, so gather up the family and head to east Michigan!
Where Is the Frankenmuth Dog Bowl?
Frankenmuth River Place Shops, 925 South Main Street, Frankenmuth, MI.
The Dog Bowl is located right behind the River Place Shops, near the Bavarian Belle Riverboat.
The great thing is that all parking is free and relatively abundant. This year we parked behind the Bavarian Inn in a huge open grassy lot. If you want to park in the River Place Shops lot, get there early!
What is a dog’s favorite movie? Hairy Paw-ter and the Philosopher’s Bone, written by J K Growling.
If you are having a ruff week and need to get out of the paw-ffice, the Frankenmuth Dog Bowl is the ULTIMUTT way to cheer you up! (Did you see what I did there?!)
So plan your Michigan vacation or traveling Michigan adventures around this happy, family friendly event in Frankenmuth!
What did the Dalmatian say to the masseuse? Oooh yeah, that’s the spot!
Seriously, there were so many rebarkable dogs there, it will blow your mind! (I just can't stop with the doggie, puns...) We petted so many furry friends, met some friendly people, shopped and at some famous Zehnder's Fried chicken!
Frankenmuth Dog Bowl FAQ's
- Get there early as the parking lots get pretty full throughout the town.
- Parking is FREE! WHOOT!
- The Frankenmuth Dog Bowl is in all sun so bring sunscreen, hat, umbrella, bottled water, etc.
- Porta-johns are located near the events.
- Wear comfy shoes as you will be walking A TON!
- You can't park in the hotel parking lots unless you are staying there.
- Definitely bring your dogs to the event, but they must be on leashes and picked up after.
What Else Is There to do in Frankenmuth?!
Lots of shops have dog related gifts, shirts, toys and doggie treats. Enjoy a Zehnder's or Bavarian Inn famous chicken dinner, sample chocolates and cheese, walk over the famous covered bridge and just enjoy the beauty of the day!
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Author: Sherry Trautman
Author | Sherry Trautman is a seasoned business owner and a multifaceted content creator, deeply entrenched in the world of travel in Michigan. With her extensive background in writing, editing, photography, marketing, website design, web mastering, social media, and publishing, she is the driving force behind the acclaimed Michigan Travel site "Travel-mi.com." A lifelong Michigander...read more about Sherry Trautman
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