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We’re getting ready for another unforgettable weekend celebrating dogs, their people, and everything that makes the North East such a brilliant place for the furry members of the family. Our Trade Interest Form for 2026 is now live  – and we’d love to hear from businesses, charities, and organisations who want to be part of the action. 2025 was our busiest year yet for trade and we completely sold out of space. We don't expect 2026 to be any different so we encourage early su

Get your 2026 calendar out and block off the best weekend you'll have all year. The North East Dog Festival returns to Kirkley Hall...

What an incredible weekend! The sun shone, the tails wagged, and thousands of you joined us at Kirkley Hall to celebrate our 10th...

Did you visit us this year? Got 2 minutes to spare? We'd love to know how you spent the day. https://www.wixforms.com/f/73690758154194790...

There has been a change to the main ring timetable for this weekend; our Ducks and Birds of Prey have swapped days. See the updated...

Get ready for an unforgettable weekend at The North East Dog Festival, happening this Saturday 30th August and 31st August at the scenic...

Every dog has a story, and every breed has its quirks. That’s why at this year’s North East Dog Festival, we’re so excited to introduce...

Our 2025 Festival Show Guide is here! 30 pages packed full of everything you need to make the most of your weekend – from ring timetables...

In this brand new activity ring you’ll be able to join short, informal dog training sessions led by a fantastic line-up of trainers and...