This story appears in our weekly Things to Do newsletter, sent to subscribers every Monday. Location: The Wharf • Wash, DC. "It's a mixture between endurance and speed and I hold her back on runs, " said Jellybean's owner and running partner, Andrew Owens. Live music, a photo booth complete with props, drinks, and food trucks add to the hoopla as well. Del Ray Artisans Spring Art Market, Alexandria. Military Family Fun Day, Fredericksburg. He won the Running of the Chihuahuas two years ago and has come in second once and third twice.
DC'S funniest Cinco de Mayo celebration returns to The Wharf for a day of fun and festivities. The event benefits Winter Park Lost Pets and the Poodles and Pooch Rescue of Florida. The FRIENDS Experience: The One in Washington D. C., Washington, DC (through June 5). There is only one way to find out: sign up your Chihuahua today! Can't say we're surprised. Chihuahuas who plan to race must be registered for the competition on Eventbrite. That brings the question of how "chihuahua" do the dogs actually have to be? The Running of the Chihuahuas will be MC'd by Tommy McFly from NBC4 Washington. See which chihuahua wins it all. We continue to identify technical compliance solutions that will provide all readers with our award-winning journalism. Loves stealing (and eating) underwear and socks. Cocktails for a Cause. Running of the Chihuahuas at The Wharf - Dog Registration. All-around hilarity ensues, but the real show might just be the shenanigans of the dog masters themselves.
As long as the rain stays away, you'll see me roaming the fields of Yankey Farms. Mother's Day Flower Bar at Water's End Brewery, Woodbridge. The Running of the Chihuahuas features over 150 racing chihuahuas, musical performances, kids area, and more for free starting at 2 p. Added to this years event will be an on-site only giveaway for an exclusive showcase with a Hits 96 artist that will be announced in the coming days. Church Rummage Sale, Vienna. Race Registration Opens @ 2:00 pm.
Suit up and head on out to the Chesapeake Bay-themed spray park…. Since 2012, the Running has raised over $15, 000 for animal charities, and this year 100% of race entries benefit Rural Dog Rescue - a non-profit organization dedicated to pulling dogs from high-kill rural shelters to help them find their forever homes. This website uses cookies so that we can provide you with the best user experience possible. He is sure that Carole Baskin killed her husband. The highlight of the day is the 10th Annual Running of the Chihuahuas.
Five winners will be randomly chosen. He loves anyone who will pet him. This opportunity has passed. Order your fiesta for pickup and delivery. It should be noted that there have been repeat winners; Oliver and Bob. Jazz and Wine Festival, Fairfax. The initial concept came about like most other brilliant ideas: tequila. Mother Daughter Brunch at Whiskey & Oyster, Alexandria. This rescue dog from Tennessee is a better "retriever" than his Labrador Retriever sister. If event is cancelled due to weather, entry fees will still be donated to charity. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. —. The races match up to eight Chihuahuas in a 70 foot sprint on an official race track on District Pier.
First guardians, when sending their dog off at the signal, which do a small tossing of the dog in the right direction, which doesn't seem to faze the dogs. THE DETAILS: - Sunday, May 15, 2022 on District Pier at The Wharf. Wally's been preparing for the big race by chasing the mailman down the road (his parents aren't happy about it). Although she has a severe Napoleon complex she enjoys being around kids and making them laugh. Perhaps we're more like chihuahuas than we realized. View This Story on Our Site. Mother's Day Tea at Carlyle House, Alexandria.
Especially considering how many dogs there were at the venue, I thought the vet aid was a very thoughtful addition on the part of the event organizers. George is 5 pounds of pure Chihuahua rescued from the DC Humane Society six years ago. District Pier at The Wharf 101 District Square Southwest Washington, DC 20024 United States. That's when I had to institute instant replay because people get very competitive. Spady Cultural Heritage Museum. Washington D. Cinco de Mayo Weekend Bar Crawl, Washington, DC. Kirwan's Irish Pub - The Skippy. Don't have a Chihuahua? Sponsored by El Jimador y Herradura Tequilas, several Wharf restaurants including Hank's Oyster Bar, Cantina Bambina, Whiskey Charlie, and Mi Vida have drink specials featuring the names of dogs up for adoption. Speaking of the crowd, people watching is a definitive highlight. Derby Day at Carlyle Crossing, Alexandria. Mother's Day Brunch at Fair Winds Brewing Company, Lorton. 4pm – Semi-finals & Championship Heat!
Whiskey Charlie - Bella Paloma. He has been chasing squeekies and carbo loading... LOTS of carbo loading to prep for the race. Scroll down to enter to win a Pacifico Prize Pack, check out all the cute Chihuahuas and order a fiesta from one of your favorite Wharf restaurants for take out and delivery. Almost 100 Chihuahuas took place in the race; there could only be one winner, though, and Nutmeg took the honor. "Our little event has gotten the attention of so many around the country that artists are calling and asking us to perform, " Steiner said. Ready for some Cinco de Mayo fun? 2 yrs - Annapolis, MD. ARTECHOUSE opens PIXELBLOOM, Washington, DC (through June 5). Chihuahua dog owners release their pets to compete in the "Run of the Chihuahuas" annual race in Washington on May 3, 2014.
Happy Cinco de Mayo and see you at The Wharf soon! Celebrate Cinco de Mayo! He's kidding, but not kidding. ) The races are free to view and are open to the public.