Direct K9 Weekender 24-26 July
Looking for some dog fun this weekend? This week’s Direct K9 Dog Weekender includes dog-friendly festivals and social walks, adoption events, health activities, championship shows and canine sports across Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide.
Check the linked source before travelling, as schedules, weather arrangements and access conditions can change.
For competition events, confirmation applies to entered dogs. Do not bring a pet dog unless the organiser specifically permits it.
Melbourne
Health 24/7 Day at Dogs Victoria
Friday 24 July | Activities generally from 9:00am
KCC Park, 655 Westernport Highway, Skye
Dogs Victoria is bringing together canine health services, specialist information, demonstrations and recreational activities. Sprint Dog runs from 10:00am to 2:00pm and Bale Seek from 12:00pm to 4:00pm, weather permitting. Several services require bookings, so check the Health 24/7 Day event page before attending.
Heidelberg & District Kennel Club 94th Championship Show
Saturday 25 July | Junior handlers from 8:00am; breed judging from 8:30am
KCC Park, 655 Westernport Highway, Skye
An all-breeds championship conformation show featuring dogs competing across the recognised breed groups. Full judging and entry information is available in the Dogs Victoria July schedule.
Town & Country Kennel Club Championship Show
Saturday 25 July | Junior handlers from 12:00pm; breed judging not before 12:30pm
KCC Park, 655 Westernport Highway, Skye
The afternoon program at KCC Park continues with the Town & Country Kennel Club’s all-breeds championship show. Check the Dogs Victoria July schedule for the official judging arrangements.
Pug Club of Victoria 71st Championship Show
Saturday 25 July | Public judging time not published
Bulla Exhibition Centre, Uniting Lane, Bulla
Pugs take centre stage at this specialist breed championship show, with dogs assessed against the breed standard. The date and venue are confirmed in the Dogs Victoria competition schedule.
White Swiss Shepherd Dog Association of Victoria Endurance Test
Saturday 25 July | Commencement time not published
Springers Leisure Centre, Tatterson Park, 400 Cheltenham Road, Keysborough
Entered dogs and handlers will complete an endurance test designed to assess fitness, stamina and soundness while working over an extended distance. See the Dogs Victoria competition schedule for official information.
Save-A-Dog Scheme Christmas in July Open Day
Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 July | 11:00am–4:00pm daily
Save-A-Dog Scheme, 36 Weir Street, Glen Iris
Meet adoptable dogs and cats, speak with the shelter team and browse stalls during Save-A-Dog Scheme’s Christmas in July weekend. The organiser has not confirmed that visitors may bring their own dogs. Check the Save-A-Dog Scheme event announcement before attending.
Language Practice and Walking in the Botanic Gardens
Saturday 25 July | Meet at 11:15am; walk from 11:30am–1:00pm
Observatory Cafe, 100 Birdwood Avenue, Royal Botanic Gardens, South Yarra
This relaxed dog-friendly walk combines social exercise with informal English and language practice. Dogs are specifically welcome, but attendees should RSVP and review the participation information on the Meetup event page.
PetFest Market Box Hill
Sunday 26 July | 10:00am–3:00pm
Box Hill Town Hall, 1022 Whitehorse Road, Box Hill
PetFest brings together pet-product stalls, rescue organisations, animal displays and dog meet-and-greets. Visitors cannot bring their own pets into the indoor venue, although registered assistance dogs may attend. Tickets and further details are available from the PetFest Humanitix page.
Moon Dog Wild West Winter Market
Sunday 26 July | 11:30am–4:00pm
Moon Dog Wild West, 54 Hopkins Street, Footscray
Browse stalls from local artists and makers while enjoying food, drinks and live music at this free-entry winter market. Dogs on leads are welcome according to the host’s Moon Dog Wild West event announcement.
Utility Dog Club of Victoria Championship Show
Sunday 26 July | Judging time not published
KCC Park, 655 Westernport Highway, Skye
Dogs from the Utility Group will compete in this championship conformation show. The official event listing is contained in the Dogs Victoria June schedule.
Utility Dog Club of Victoria Rare Breeds Championship Show
Sunday 26 July | Judging time not published
KCC Park, 655 Westernport Highway, Skye
This specialist championship show provides a competition program for recognised rare breeds. Check the Dogs Victoria June schedule for official event information.
Non Sporting Dog Club of Victoria Championship Show
Sunday 26 July | Judging time not published
KCC Park, 655 Westernport Highway, Skye
Non-Sporting Group breeds will be judged in a formal championship conformation show. The event is listed in the Dogs Victoria June schedule.
Non Sporting Dog Club of Victoria Open Show
Sunday 26 July | Judging time not published
KCC Park, 655 Westernport Highway, Skye
The club will also conduct an open conformation show for Non-Sporting Group breeds. See the Dogs Victoria June schedule for the official listing.
Bullmastiff Club of Victoria Open Show
Sunday 26 July | Judging time not published
KCC Park, 655 Westernport Highway, Skye
Bullmastiffs will compete in a breed-specific open conformation show at KCC Park. Event information is available in the Dogs Victoria June schedule.
Boxer Association of Victoria Open Show
Sunday 26 July | Judging time not published
KCC Park, 655 Westernport Highway, Skye
This specialist open show is dedicated to Boxers competing in conformation classes. The event is confirmed in the Dogs Victoria 2026 events calendar.
British Bulldog Club of Victoria Open Show
Sunday 26 July | Judging time not published
KCC Park, 655 Westernport Highway, Skye
British Bulldogs will be presented and assessed in this specialist breed open show. See the Dogs Victoria competition schedule for the official event listing.
Australian Terrier Club of Victoria Memorial Championship Show
Sunday 26 July | Judging time not published
Bulla Exhibition Centre, Uniting Lane, Bulla
The Pauline Robertson Memorial Championship Show brings together Australian Terriers for breed-specific conformation competition. The event is listed in the Dogs Victoria July schedule.
Australian Terrier Club of Victoria Open Show
Sunday 26 July | Judging time not published
Bulla Exhibition Centre, Uniting Lane, Bulla
Australian Terriers will also compete in a breed open show at Bulla. The official listing appears in the Dogs Victoria 2026 events calendar.
Australian Cattle Dog Club of Victoria Championship Show
Sunday 26 July | Judging time not published
Bulla Exhibition Centre, Uniting Lane, Bulla
Australian Cattle Dogs will compete for championship awards in this specialist conformation show. See the Dogs Victoria 2026 events calendar for official information.
Australian Cattle Dog Club of Victoria Open Show
Sunday 26 July | Judging time not published
Bulla Exhibition Centre, Uniting Lane, Bulla
The weekend program at Bulla also includes an Australian Cattle Dog open show. The event is confirmed in the Dogs Victoria 2026 events calendar.
Brisbane
Le Festival 2026 Brisbane French Festival
Friday 24 July | 4:00pm–10:00pm
Saturday 25 July | 8:00am–10:00pm
Sunday 26 July | 8:00am–5:00pm
Roma Street Parkland, Brisbane City
Enjoy French food, market stalls, entertainment and cultural activities across this three-day festival. Dogs are permitted but must remain on a lead. Review the ticketing and pet conditions in the official Le Festival FAQ before attending.
Social Walk at Mt Coot-tha
Saturday 25 July | 7:00am–10:00am
J C Slaughter Falls, Sir Samuel Griffith Drive, Brisbane
Join a dog-friendly social fitness walk from J C Slaughter Falls towards the Mt Coot-tha summit. The route is mostly uphill and requires moderate fitness. Dogs cannot enter Kuta Café at the summit. Meeting instructions and updates are available on the Meetup event page.
Ripley Pet Fest
Saturday 25 July | 9:00am–12:00pm
Ripley Town Centre, 20 Main Street, Ripley
Hosted by Ripley Vets, this community pet festival includes market stalls, clinic tours, complimentary dental checks, educational displays, prizes and family activities. The event welcomes people attending with their pets. Check the Ripley Vets event announcement for updates.
Ladies Kennel Association of Queensland Championship Show 1
Saturday 25 July | Judging from 9:00am
Dogs Queensland Sports Grounds, 247 King Avenue, Durack
The first show in the Ladies Kennel Association’s double-header program begins with sweepstakes before all-breeds championship judging. See the Dogs Queensland competition schedule for full details.
Ladies Kennel Association of Queensland Championship Show 2
Saturday 25 July | Following completion of Show 1
Dogs Queensland Sports Grounds, 247 King Avenue, Durack
A second all-breeds championship show will follow the opening program and associated sweepstakes. The official schedule is available through Dogs Queensland.
Jimboomba Dog Training Club Agility and Games Trials
Saturday 25 July | Vetting from 1:00pm; judging from 2:00pm
Tully Memorial Park, Beryl Parade, North Maclean
Competitors will take on agility, jumpers, gamblers and strategic pairs courses in an afternoon of fast-paced dog sports. Entry and judging information is contained in the Dogs Queensland competition schedule.
Redlands Dog Obedience Club Working Pack Dog Trial
Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 July | Vetting from 6:00am; judging from 6:30am
Saturday: Bunyaville Conservation Park, Albany Creek
Sunday: Bayview Conservation Area, Redland Bay
This two-day trial tests the endurance and working ability of dogs carrying fitted packs over designated routes. The location changes between Saturday and Sunday, so check the Dogs Queensland competition schedule carefully before travelling.
Ipswich Kennel Club Championship Show 1
Sunday 26 July | Judging from 8:30am
Dogs Queensland Sports Grounds, 247 King Avenue, Durack
The first Ipswich Kennel Club championship show begins with sweepstakes and the Queensland Classic before the main conformation program. See the Dogs Queensland competition schedule for details.
Ipswich Kennel Club Championship Show 2
Sunday 26 July | Following completion of Show 1
Dogs Queensland Sports Grounds, 247 King Avenue, Durack
A group-only championship conformation show will follow the first Ipswich Kennel Club program. The official event information is available through Dogs Queensland.
Dogs Queensland Double Earthdog Tests
Sunday 26 July | Vetting from 8:30am; first test from 9:00am
Dogs Queensland Sports Grounds, 247 King Avenue, Durack
Eligible dogs will take part in two Earthdog tests assessing their ability to locate and work quarry through constructed underground courses. The second test follows the first and will not begin before 10:30am. See the Dogs Queensland schedule.
Mt Gravatt Show Dog High Jump Competition
Sunday 26 July | Nominations 9:00am–10:30am; competition from 11:00am
Mt Gravatt Showgrounds, 1644 Logan Road, Mt Gravatt
Dogs will compete to clear increasing heights in the Dog High Jump Competition at the Mt Gravatt Show. Only competing dogs are permitted at the show. Rules and entry information are available in the official Dog High Jump schedule.
Adelaide
Adoption Day with Nameless Angels Dog Rescue
Saturday 25 July | 10:00am–2:00pm
Pets Domain Mount Barker, Adelaide Hills Homemaker Centre, Mount Barker
Meet dogs looking for homes, speak with the Nameless Angels Dog Rescue team and learn more about adoption. The organiser has not confirmed that visitors may bring their own dogs. Check the Pets Domain Mount Barker event announcement before attending.
Marion Kennel Club A2O Show
Saturday 25 July | Judging from 9:00am
David Roche Park, Cromwell Road, Kilburn
The Marion Kennel Club weekend begins with an all-breeds A2O conformation show. The official program and judging information are available in the Marion Kennel Club show schedule.
Marion Kennel Club Alternate 1–4 Championship Show
Saturday 25 July | Judging not before 11:30am
David Roche Park, Cromwell Road, Kilburn
The second Saturday event uses an alternate 1–4 format for all-breeds championship competition. Check the Marion Kennel Club show schedule for full details.
Marion Kennel Club Best and Runner-up Group Show
Sunday 26 July | Junior handlers from 8:30am; judging from 9:00am
David Roche Park, Cromwell Road, Kilburn
Sunday’s program begins with an all-breeds conformation show using a Best and Runner-up Group format. The event is confirmed in the Marion Kennel Club show schedule.
Marion Kennel Club Group Show
Sunday 26 July | Judging not before 11:30am
David Roche Park, Cromwell Road, Kilburn
A second Sunday conformation show will follow, using an all-breeds group format. See the Marion Kennel Club show schedule for official information.
Gawler Dog Training Club Double Games Trial
Sunday 26 July | First trial from 9:00am; second trial not before 12:00pm
Elliott Goodger Memorial Park, Greater Gawler
Dogs and handlers will compete across two dog-games trials, with the second session beginning after the morning program. The official listing is available on the Dogs SA upcoming-events page.
Have a great weekend!.