Basset Hound Races

2025 Basset Hound Race Day announced!

The bassets bounce back to the track on SUNDAY, AUGUST 17

Basset hound races are coming back for another round in the 2025 season at Fort Erie Race Track on Sunday, August 17. Beginning after horse racing ends, this friendly non-wagering event is fun for the whole family! Spectator attendance is free. 

Horse racing begins at noon and the dogs will hit the track after the final race. Basset races likely to begin around 3 p.m.. Fans can enjoy live music and food trucks, and shop the vendor market between races.  

Special thanks to our returning event sponsor, The Pet Food Outlet.   

Registration for the 2025 Basset Hound Races will open in May. To guarantee a spot, get added to the distribution list and be among the first group to get notified when the registration page goes live. To request a spot on the distrubution list, simply email forterieracetrack@gmail.com and specify which of the three dog breed races you are looking to enter. 

RULES AND WAIVER

The 2025 rules and waiver sheett will be posted soon.  

NOTIFY ME

If you have a corgi and would like to be added to our email-distribution list for updates about upcoming Corgi Races Day, contact forterieracetrack@gmail.com . Those who are already on our distribution list will continue to receive updates about future events. 

PLEASE NOTE:

WE LOVE ALL DOGS, BUT ONLY DOGS TAKING PART IN THE EVENT AND SERVICE DOGS ARE PERMITTED AT FORT ERIE RACE TRACK.

Fort Erie Race Track is a family-friendly venue, and all ages are welcome to attend. This is a non-wagering event. 

If you have any questions, please contact femedia@forterieracetrack.ca for more information.