may 23 to june 6

Welcome to Dog Days, Calgary’s first-ever hot dog festival!

This two-week event celebrates classic and creative hot dogs across the city, with $1 from every festival dog sold supporting the Pet Access League Society (PALS).

How the Sausage is Made

Visit any participating restaurant ‍from May 23 to June 6, 2026 and order their Dog Days hot dog.

$1 from each Dog Days hot dog sold will be donated directly
to PALS by the participating restaurants.
Do it again. And again. And again. For two weeks straight.

You win. Dogs win. Everyone’s a wiener.

got that dog in you?

Sign up your restaurant or get in touch to talk about collaborations or sponsorship opportunities!

Click here for a list of participating restaurants

follow along on instagram

The Dawg: Phillys The Dog: Corn Dog • hot dog, bacon, corn, secret sauce, cilantro, mozzarella cheese, cheddar cheese 📍5475 Falsbridge Dr NE 📍4001 Macleod Trail South 📍30 Market Blvd SE, #107 (Airdrie) @phillyscanada
The Dawg: Pigeonhole The Dog: Schneiders® Original Wieners - Ballpark Style • Chicago-style relish, ketchup, mustard 📍306 17th Ave SW 📍225 7th Ave SW @pigeonholeyyc
The Dawg: The Dogfather The Dog: The Cheesy Pawrito Dog • Signature hotdog (a blend of grass-fed beef and free-range pork) piled high with melted cheese and crushed Doritos for the ultimate cheesy crunch. 📍visit @thedogfatheryyc for current
Enriching lives since ‘85! PALS is a non-profit that brings the joy, comfort, and healing power of animals to people across Calgary. Their trained volunteers and therapy pets visit hospitals, schools, care facilities, and community spaces to p