



Join us for a day is tail-wagging fun that’s perfect for the whole family!




Date
Sunday 25 May 2025




Location
Hurworth Grange Community Centre, Darlington, DL2 2BN




Price
ยฃ3 per ticket
(ยฃ1 for Under 12’s)
Paws and play at our family-friendly dog show extravaganza and help keep our whirlybirds in the sky.


Enjoy a pawsome day!
Get ready for a day of tail-wagging fun the whole family will enjoy. This is a day you and your furry friends wonโt want to miss. Enjoy amazing dog performances, fun activities, and treats for all.
Whether you have a four-legged friend or just love an action-packed family day out, this event promises pawsome entertainment, exciting competitions, and fun for the whole family!
What you can expect
Food & Drinks on offer
Viking Coffee
Enjoy a freshly brewed coffee, served hot or cold, while mooching around the stalls. Viking Coffee North East will be on hand to cure that caffeine craving.
PaPa Kels
Soak up the atmosphere and enjoy delicious hot dishes from Papa Kelโs as you browse for one-of-a-kind gifts and enjoy a day of tail-wagging fun!
Udderly Delicious, Cow-A-Van
We will be joined by Udderly Delicious, who make delicious ice creams, ice lollies, milkshakes, more.
Habibi Come
We have incredible authentic Arabic street food from Habibi Come. From Shawarma kebabs to halloumi wraps, they will fill your tummies in the sunshine.
Support our Whirlybirds
By attending the pawsome Whirlybird Woof-Fest, you’ll be directly supporting and funding the life-saving work that our critical care team carry out every day across our region.
Our service costs ยฃ9.3m per year to operate. By attending fantastic events like this, you help keep our whirlybird in the air and help our team help people in need.






Become a Stallholder
No matter what you sell, Whirlybird Woof-Fest is the perfect event to be part of!
This is your chance to showcase your products, connect with a huge crowd of dog lovers and families, and support a life-saving cause. Whether you sell pet accessories, handmade crafts, tasty treats, or unique gifts, weโd love to have you on board!
Disclaimer
We want to ensure this day is enjoyable for everyone. Saying this by attending the event all dog owners agree to the following:
- Responsibility: Owners are fully responsible for their dogs at all times. Ensure your dogโs safety and well-being throughout the event.
- Leash Requirement: All dogs must be kept on a leash, at all times while on event grounds.
- Dog Behavior: Owners must ensure their dogs are well-behaved and comfortable around other dogs and people. Any dog displaying aggressive behaviour will be asked to leave.
Please be aware that this event is on gravel and may not be suitable for wheelchair users.






Get your walkies off to a flying start with our brand-new month-long challenge throughout May! Whirlybird Walkies is our first-ever dog walking challenge. We invite YOU to walk one of three distances throughout May with your four-legged friend.
Grab your Pup Merch!


Collapsible Dog Bowl
Just In! Our GNAAS Collapsible Dog Bowl is perfect for those special days out with your furry friend!