PAWS for GAWS Dog Walk 2026

Set off for a relaxed 4km walk that will take you through the Botanical Gardens and along the Geelong Waterfront, bringing you back to your original starting point at the Eastern Park BBQ Area.

9:00AM - 12:00PM Sunday 1st March 2026

Eastern Park BBQ Area, East Geelong, VIC

Adult

$35

Child

$15

Under 18 years of age

Concession

$15

Family pass

$70

Includes 2 adults & 2 children

PAWS for GAWS is a vibrant celebration of our four-legged friends, our community, and our shared commitment to animal welfare in our region.

Whether you’re walking with a dog or without one, every step supports animals who rely on GAWS for safety, care, and a second chance.

Because some of us walk with dogs, but all of us walk for them.

By "paws-ing" with us, you're not just joining a fun, feel-good event, you’re making a real and immediate difference in the lives of animals in need right here in our local community.

ITINERARY

9:00am

Check in for pre - registration opens, merchandise pick up
On-the-day registration opens at the registration marquee
Coffee and food stalls open

9:45am

Welcome speech
Briefing on the walk route, safety measures, and dog handling
Warm up exercise session for participants and dogs

10:00am

Official start of the Dog Walk

Set off for a relaxed 4km walk that will take you along the Geelong Waterfront and loop back to your original starting point at the Eastern Park BBQ Area.

If required there will be a staggered start to help reduce congestion, ensure smoother traffic flow, and can minimize potential conflicts between dogs.

Group sizes will be based on our total number of participants, with comfortable group sizes decided on the day. Depending on group sizes we will have 5 to 10 minute intervals.

11:00am

Post walk activities

Entertainment from our favourite radio station, K Rock
Interactive market stalls
Kids’ face painting
Doggo treats
Pooch Parade – Categories: GAWS adoptable dogs, Best Dressed, Waggiest Tail, and Best Trick!
Raffle prizes drawn immediately after the Pooch Parade winners are crowned
Thank-you speech and announcement of fundraising achievements

Grab Your Freebies!

Everyone who registers will receive a FREE PAWS for GAWS dog bandana and sticker on event day. Register before January 14 and you’ll also receive a GAWS drink bottle – our early bird thank you for joining the fun early!

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Kathy Davis

$20

Heather Disher

$0

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