A dog participating in the pet-friendly Annual Old West Balloon Fest Wiener Dog Championships in Mitchell, NE. Photo by @OldWestBalloonFest.

People watching as pups participate in the Annual Old West Balloon Fest Wiener Dog Championships, a dog-friendly event in Mitchell, NE. Photo by @OldWestBalloonFest.

Wiener Dogs participating in a pet-friendly event in Mitchell, NE, the Annual Old West Balloon Fest Wiener Dog Championships. Photo by @OldWestBalloonFest.

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Annual Old West Balloon Fest Wiener Dog Championships

Name: Annual Old West Balloon Fest Wiener Dog Championships
Address: 60653 Mitchell South Rd, Mitchell, NE, 69357, US
Telephone: +13082250128
Start: 2026-08-15
End: 2026-08-15
Location: Mitchell Airfield

Mark your calendars for Annual Old West Balloon Fest Wiener Dog Championships! This dog-friendly event will be held from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM on August 15, 2026 at Mitchell Airfield in Mitchell, NE. Admission is free; donations accepted day of race. The event benefits Panhandle Humane Society. Visit Website

Or call (308) 225-0128 or email theoldwestballoonfest@gmail.com for more information.

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This annual crowd favorite features an exciting dachshund race held during a larger community festival. Registered pups (at least 75% dachshund and 12 weeks or older) are welcome to compete. Note that pets aren't allowed on the balloon field.

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