Doggie Dash & Dawdle
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Doggie Dash & Dawdle 2026 : event overview
The event is hosted by Animal Humane New Mexico in Albuquerque on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at Sid Cutter Pilots' Pavilion, Balloon Fiesta Park. Distances offered include:
- 5K Dash (without canine companion)
- 5K Dash (with canine companion)
- 1-mile Dawdle (with or without dog)
The event program includes a Doggie Carnival, a Watering Bowl area featuring local brews, a Barketplace of local vendors, a pet costume contest, and a best trick contest. The organizer lists a fundraising goal of $200,000 to benefit the shelter animals in their care. Packet pickup is scheduled the day before at Gary's Room on Animal Humane's main campus and also on event day at Sid Cutter Pilots' Pavilion.
Logistics and on-site information
The venue address is 4900 Balloon Fiesta Pkwy NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113. The only parking entrance for the event is off Alameda onto Balloon Museum Drive; attendees follow Balloon Museum Drive north, veer left, then turn right onto Magic Avenue to reach the parking lot. Overflow parking is available at the Golf & Event Center at Balloon Fiesta Park, southwest of the pavilion.
The published event timeline lists gates and packet pickup opening, the 5K dash, a medal announcement at the main stage, the dawdle, contests, and the close of the event. Registration price range is shown as $45 to $55. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.