Milwaukee's Deer District to Host Annual Doggy Day

The free event features over 80 local vendors, food trucks, a lure course, and live entertainment.

Mar. 10, 2026 at 8:06pm

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The fifth annual Doggy Day will take place in Milwaukee's Deer District on Saturday, April 11. The free event will feature over 80 local vendors, food trucks, a lure course, and live entertainment hosted by local media personalities. Attendees are welcome to bring well-socialized, leashed dogs.

Why it matters

Doggy Day is a popular annual event that brings the Milwaukee community together to celebrate and support local dogs in need. The event benefits Winston's Wishes, a nonprofit organization that helps dogs from the Milwaukee Area Domestic Animal Control Commission who may need extra care or support before being adopted.

The details

Doggy Day will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on April 11. Attendees can enjoy more than 80 local vendors, food trucks, beverages, prizes, giveaways, and a variety of activities for dogs and their owners, including a lure course. The event will be emceed by local radio and TV personalities Alley, DZ and Molly, with additional entertainment provided by DJ Gee-A.

  • The fifth annual Doggy Day will take place on Saturday, April 11, 2026.
  • Doggy Day will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The players

Deer District

A mixed-use development in Milwaukee, Wisconsin that hosts various events and activities.

Winston's Wishes

A nonprofit organization that focuses on helping dogs from the Milwaukee Area Domestic Animal Control Commission who may need extra care and support before being adopted.

Milwaukee Area Domestic Animal Control Commission (MADACC)

The animal control agency serving Milwaukee County, Wisconsin.

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What’s next

Organizers are encouraging the public to mark their calendars and plan to attend Doggy Day on April 11, 2026 in the Deer District.

The takeaway

Doggy Day is a beloved community event that showcases Milwaukee's love for its four-legged friends and supports a local nonprofit that helps dogs in need find loving homes.