Close to 1,000 corgis will be hitting the beach this weekend for one of Oregon’s most iconic events. Corgi Beach Takeover features everyone’s favorite low-rider dogs socializing on the beach, parading their pantaloons in costume contests, and putting their stumps to the test as they race toward victory. The event also includes a silent auction, merchandise, and dozens of raffle items.
This is the second year that Corgi Beach Takeover is being held in Seaside after close to a decade in Cannon Beach. The event has grown from a small, informal gathering hosted by Portland Corgi Meetup Group to a massive celebration that draws pets and people from as far away as San Deigo and Vancouver, BC. While the short, stumpy, and sassy are the stars of the day, Corgi Beach Takeover benefits thousands of shelter pets and is one of OHS’ most important fundraising events – bringing in more than $16,000 in 2023.
“You can’t help but smile when you attend Corgi Beach Takeover – it’s cuteness overload on a whole new level,” says Shelby Hollenbeck, OHS Events Manager. “Plus, you can smile knowing that your registration is supporting the lifesaving programs at Oregon Humane Society.”
What: Corgi Beach Takeover, benefitting Oregon Humane Society
When: Saturday, June 29, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Seaside OR, on the beach between the roundabout off Broadway and 2nd Ave.
Details: Tickets / Registration is $10 and can be purchased online before noon on Friday, or at the event. Your $10 ticket includes a commemorative 2024 Corgi Beach Takeover sticker, access to sign-up for the costume contest and races, and a front row seat to some of the floofiest, sandiest, corgi butts you have ever seen! Please note that entry into races is not guaranteed with your ticket purchase and is limited to the first 128 ticket holders who sign up. Refer to the event information and rules for dogs for additional details.
Source: Oregon Humane Society