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THE AVENUE WEST COBB TO HOST THIRD ANNUAL PAWS FEST FEATURING DOCKDOGS® COMPETITION

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 5/9/26

Free, two-day event to feature high-flying canine competitions, local vendors, live music, giveaways and family-friendly activities


The Avenue West Cobb will host its third annual, canine-friendly Paws Fest on Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day.

“We look forward to welcoming the community back for another exciting weekend of Paws Fest,”said Danielle Kronlein, marketing manager of The Avenue West Cobb. “The event has become a community favorite that brings together exciting competitions, family-friendly activities and the incredible energy these dogs and their owners bring each year.”

An exciting weekend experience for dog lovers, pet parents and families alike, Paws Fest will once again feature a series of high-flying canine competitions as part of the DockDogs® National Sportsmen’s Series, including the Big Air Wave competition, Extreme Vertical competition and Speed Retrieve competition. Attendees can watch the contests on both days at the following times:

Schedule for Saturday, May 16:

  • Onsite Registration/Practice – 10:00 a.m.
  • Big Air Wave #1 – 11:00 a.m.
  • Big Air Wave #2 – 12:30 p.m.
  • Big Air Wave #3 – 2:00 p.m.
  • Extreme Vertical Competition – 4:00 p.m.

    Schedule for Sunday, May 17:
  • Onsite Registration/Practice – 10:00 a.m.
  • Big Air Wave #4 – 11:00 a.m.
  • Big Air Wave #5 – 12:30 p.m.
  • Speed Retrieve Competition – 2:30 p.m.
  • Big Air Finals – 4:30 p.m. (Pro, Semi Pro, Contender & Amateur Finals)


    In addition to the DockDogs® competitions, Paws Fest will feature a variety of local vendors, giveaways, live entertainment and interactive activities throughout the weekend. Guests can enjoy on-site grooming from Zoomin Groomin, giveaways from Bark Street Petopia, custom pet portraits from Eye to Eye Portraits, live personalization from Dots Monogram & Gifts and pet accessories from Cattle Pup Co. Families can also enjoy a pet-themed craft area hosted by Kids Care, a coloring station and tattoo bar for kids, snowcones from Pelican’s SnoBalls, specialty mocktails from The Little Sober Bar and live musical performances throughout the weekend.

     

    For more information, please visit: http://avenuewestcobb.com/

PAWS FEST RETURNS TO THE AVENUE WEST COBB FEATURING DOCKDOGS® NATIONAL SPORTSMEN’S SERIES COMPETITION

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 5/9/24

Exhilarating event to feature pet vendors, giveaways, and a live DJ for furry friends and families

Saturday, 5/18 and Sunday, 5/19

The Avenue West Cobb, an outdoor lifestyle shopping center, is preparing to host its second annual dog-friendly event—Paws Fest. The two-day event will kick off on Saturday, May 18 at 10 a.m. and conclude Sunday, May 19 at 4:30 p.m. 

“Hosting events like Paws Fest allows us to create moments our guests and their furry friends will never forget,” said Alondra Moya, marketing manager of The Avenue West Cobb. “We are constantly looking for ways to be an entertainment destination within our community, and this is a perfect example of how we are bringing together friends, family and beloved pets for a day of pure joy.” 

An exciting entertainment experience for dog lovers and pet parents, Paws Fest will feature several high-flying canine competitions, as part of DockDogs® National Sportsmen’s Series. Competitions taking place throughout the two-day event include the Big Air Wave competition, Extreme Vertical competition and Speed Retrieve competition. Visitors attending Paws Fest can watch the contests on both days at the following times:

Schedule for Saturday, May 18:

  • Onsite Registration/Practice – 10 a.m.
  • Big Air Wave #1 – 11 a.m.
  • Big Air Wave #2 – 12:30 pm
  • Big Air Wave #3 – 2 p.m.
  • Extreme Vertical Competition – 4 p.m.

Schedule for Sunday, May 19:

  • Onsite Registration/Practice – 10 a.m.
  • Big Air Wave #4 – 11 a.m.
  • Big Air Wave #5 – 12:30 p.m.
  • Speed Retrieve Competition – 2:30 p.m.
  • Big Air Finals (Pro, Semi Pro, Contender & Amateur) – 4:30 p.m.

In addition to the DockDogs® competitions, multiple local pet-friendly vendors — such as Bark Street Petopia and Bark N Bunk— will host interactive vendor booths showcasing hard-to-find items like all-natural grain-free dog treats, pet odor-eliminating candles and more.

For more information, please visit avenuewestcobb.com.