EVENT MAPS
Event Map & Information
The GRRROWLER’S Dachshund Derby at The Shacks Summer Kickoff is spread throughout the Shacks property, with racing, craft beer, vendors, food, rescue partners, and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the day with your favorite people and pups.
Use the map below to locate racer check-in, the race track, vendor areas, parking, and GRRROWLER’S Tap Room & Beer Garden — Derby headquarters and the best place to grab a cold beer, relax between heats, and enjoy the action overlooking the dog park.
Whether you're racing, cheering, shopping, or simply enjoying the Summer Kickoff festivities, the event map will help you make the most of your Derby Day experience.
A printable PDF version is also available for racers, vendors, and guests who prefer to plan ahead before arriving.
See you at the races!
GRRROWLER’S Tap Room & Beer Garden
Beer for People. Park for Dogs.
THE RACES
How the Derby Works
The GRRROWLER’S Dachshund Derby features single-elimination racing across four divisions:
🐶 Puppy Division (0–1 year)
🐾 Adult Division (1–8 years)
👴 Senior Division (9+ years)
🎭 Pretenders Division (all other breeds — just for fun)
What to expect:
~50 ft straight sprint races
Two-handler format (start + finish)
Safe, enclosed lanes with clear crowd separation
Live leaderboard tracking fastest times
Final Awards Ceremony (end of day):
Division Champions
⚡ Lightning Ween (fastest overall time)
📏 Longest Ween
👉 All awards are held at the end to keep the energy high all day.
THE EXPERIENCE
More Than a Race — A Full Summer Kickoff
This event is part of The Shacks Summer Kickoff, meaning your race day experience includes:
Craft beer from GRRROWLER’S
Food + vendors curated by The Shacks
Dog-friendly activities throughout the property
Live, high-energy race atmosphere
Expect a festival feel with constant movement, entertainment, and engagement — not just a one-hour race.