While WMDF no longer hosts WMDachtoberFest, Dachshund Enlightenment Foundation has taken over the reins and is now hosting the RVA Dachtoberfest in Richmond, Virginia. RVA Dachtoberfest is a one-day family and dog friendly event filled with dachshund themed fun for everyone including wiener dog races, a costume contest, mini contests such as longest doxie and shortest doxie, guest speakers, demonstrations, dog centric vendors, raffles, a silent auction and so much more!
In 2024, RVA Dachtoberfest will be on Saturday, October 5, 2024 9:30am - 4:00pm at The Richmond Raceway Complex 600 E Laburnum Ave, Richmond, VA 23222 Visit the DEF website for more information.