HONOLULU (KHON2) — Though we hear the competition is ruff, it’s one of the cutest derbies you’ll see.

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The Dachshund Rescue and Support of Hawaii invites the public to watch ears fly, tongues wag and have fun at the 2023 Wiener Derby.

It is a free event and includes a raffle and auction with great prizes for dogs and their humans.

  • This top dog shows off his medal after the Hawaii Wiener Derby. (Courtesy Sheree Revilla)
  • Dachshunds await the gates opening in the Hawaii Wiener Derby. (Courtesy Sheree Revilla)
  • Who let the dogs out at the Hawaii Wiener Derby. (Courtesy Sheree Revilla)
  • This undated photo shows the fun that was had at the Hawaii Wiener Derby. (Courtesy Sheree Revilla)
  • This undated photo shows the fun that was had at the Hawaii Wiener Derby. (Courtesy Sheree Revilla)

Specialty divisions include puppy, senior, handicap and hapa.

The races begin at 8 a.m. at Kapi’olani Park Bandstand on Oct. 28. The Hawaiian Humane’s Pet Walk starts at 8:30 a.m. and there is a costume contest at 10:45 a.m.

See who comes out as Top Dog.