Upcoming Events
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FL State Fair, 2025
The FL State Fair is without a doubt one of the most well attended fairs in the State of Florida every year, and 2025 is lining up to be no different than years in the past!!
The Disc-Connected K9s are proud to be returning for our 7th appearance at this incredible fair and look forward to seeing all of our SW/Central FL Friends, Family and Fans!!
This year, we will be performing in front of the Administration Building (across the street from the huge main stage). Daily show times are as follows: 12:45 PM, 3:30 PM and 5:00 PM
In the meantime, for more information about all the entertainment and all the incredible things to do at the 2025 FL State Fair, please visit their website at: https://floridastatefair.com/
See you at the State Fair!!!
Strawberry Festival, Live Oak, FL 2025
The Disc-Connected K9s are proud to be returning to the Strawberry Festival in Live Oak, FL February 22 & 23, 2025. This will be our fourth year at this event which has traditionally had great attendance with plenty of vendors and things to do for the entire family. We are just one of the great talents being provided for festival attendees.
Our specific show times for both days are as follows:
12:00, 2:00 & 4:00
Exact address of the festival is:
Suwannee County Fairgrounds
1302 11th Street SW
Live Oak, FL 32064
For all the information regarding the event, please visit their website:
https://www.liveoakfestival.com/
Hope to see you there!!!
Tifton Rhythm & Ribs BBQ Festival, 2025
Join us for the 2025 Rhythm & Ribs BBQ Festival in Tifton, GA, held at Fulwood Park! There will be a professional and backyard BBQ competition, children's games and activities, arts & crafts vendors, food vendors, and lots of entertainment; including those World Famous Frisbee Dogs; the “Disc-Connected K9s”!!
For more information regarding the full schedule each day; please visit their website:
https://www.tiftonribsfest.com/
It promises to be days full of fun and food! See you then!
Valdosta Azalea Festival, 2025
The Disc-Connected K9s are proud to be returning to the Valdosta Azalea Festival for our 16th year!! This incredible event will be held in Drexel Park in Valdosta on Saturday and Sunday March 8 & 9, 2025. Our tentative show times are as follows:
Saturday: 11:00, 1:00 & 3:00
Sunday: 11:30, 1:30 & 3:30
Try to arrive a little early for each show as the bleacher seating does go early and our shows last 30-35 minutes each. Remember, we have different dogs in each show, so please plan on attending more than one show each day.
A little bit about the festival:
The 25th Annual Azalea Festival is scheduled for March 8 & 9, 2025. The Azalea Festival is a 100% all outdoor event. We expect over 250 arts & crafts vendors from several different states, a huge food court, six stage areas of entertainment, a Classic Car & Motorcycle Show, a newly expanded KidZone, the World Famous Disc-Connected K9s Frisbee Show, the Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show (sponsored by The Langdale Company), the Falconry Forever/Birds of Prey Exhibits and Demonstrations, entertainment by Wild Adventures Theme Park, two great bands, the VLPRA Azalea 5K race, the Azalea After Dark events (sponsored by the City of Valdosta and the Turner Center For The Arts), and a whole lot more. None of this would be possible without our sponsors, volunteers, and the support of our local community.
What started off as a small, local festival 25 years ago has become a major regional festival attracting attendees from all over the Southeastern United States. It has also become a major economic booster for Valdosta and Lowndes County. Our vendors, attendees, and race participants come from several different states from Florida to South Dakota.
Make plans now to stay the whole weekend and enjoy the best that South Georgia has to offer!
To find out more information:
http://www.azaleafestival.com/
The Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition, 2025
WOW!!!
The Disc-Connected K9s are finally getting an opportunity to return to the Greater Miami area, after many years, to perform at the Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition March 13 - April 6, 2025!!
This is one of the premier Fairs in all of the world and is ranked among the top 35 fairs in North America. In 2024, more than 500,000 guests attended the annual event. This adrenaline-filled 21-day event includes 80+ heart pounding rides, outrageous carnival food, livestock and agricultural competitions, shows, student exhibits display and much more.
The Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition, Inc. is a recognized leader in the community and a trusted partner with over seven decades of dedication and service to our community. In partnership with the Miami-Dade County Public Schools, the Youth Fair showcases the artistic, academic and athletic talents of more than 36,000+ public, charter, private and home school students through competition and exhibition.
The Youth Fair generously supports youth achievement programs throughout the year including:
Youth Fair Scholarship Program
Walter B. Arnold, Jr. Youth Hall of Fame
Community Service Awards
Miami-Dade County 4-H
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
Youth Fair Middle School & High School Athletic Events (in partnership with the Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation & Open Spaces Department)
We will posting our exact daily showtimes soon (remember the fair is closed on Monday & Tuesday each week of the fair), but for more information regarding this amazing fair, please visit their website: www.fairexpo.com
Orange City Blue Springs Manatee Festival, 2025
The Disc-Connected K9s are proud to announce their participation in the Orange City Blue Spings Manatee Festival, 2025. The event is being held at Valentine Park in Orange City, Florida on Saturday & Sunday, January 25 & 26, 2025. This will be our 25th year at this wonderful festival and we truly look forward to seeing all of our Friends, Family and Fans that we have developed over the past 25 years!
Our showtimes are as follows:
Saturday: 11:00, 1:00 & 3:00
Sunday: 11:30, 1;30 & 3:30
The Festival is a Fund Raiser for the Orange City Community. The proceeds will benefit "Friends of Blue Spring State Park", Educational scholarships, and other Greater Orange City Organizations. The Manatee Festival uses the funds raised through its annual festival to benefit friends of Blue Spring State Park, Dare Programs and other area organizations.
We are also awarding (4) $1000 educational scholarships. Scholarships will be awarded to students who are enrolling in college, or are already enrolled in college. Any major is acceptable. Preference will be given to students who live in the West Volusia area.
Food, Fun, Art and Crafts!
Open to public 9:00am to 5:00pm Saturday and Sunday
Continuous Entertainment for the Whole Family:
Arts & Crafts Show with Over 100 Booths
Music and Dancing!
Manatee Viewing
Disc Connected K9s - World Famous Frisbee Dogs
Children's Area with: Shows - Face Panting - Games
Environmental Conservation Displays
Please see their Event Info page (www.themanateefestival.com) for a more detailed list of events, times, ticket information and a printable Manatee Festival Guide as well as a Printable Manatee Activity and Coloring Book for the kids!
The BIG "E",
The Disc-Connected K9s are EXCITED to be performing at the BIG “E” in West Springfield, MA Friday, September 13, 2024 - Sunday, September 29, 2024!!
We have had this event on our “Bucket List” for many years and are happy to be able to finally cross it off our list! This opportunity would not have been possible without the assistance and confidence of “JJ” and “Anne-Alise” of Mellowship Entertainment (www.mellowship.com). We thank them tremendously for bringing us to this incredible event!!
The BIG “E” is the largest event on the East Coast and the seventh largest fair in North America. Attendees can enjoy hours of free entertainment and attractions, terrific food, plus the best that New England—and beyond—has to offer. Highlights include authentic New Orleans Mardi Gras in The Big Parade, an immersive Ireland adventure in the International Plaza’s Dingle Peninsula Showcase, North American Midway, as well as countless educational opportunities from the Avenue of States to Storrowton Village Museum, Farm-A-Rama and more. The Big E offers a diverse and vibrant experience to visitors from throughout the country.
The Disc-Connected K9s will be performing in front of the Mallary Rotunda daily with show times being scheduled as such: 11:30, 3:00 & 6:30.
We look forward to seeing a lot of our NE FRIENDS and family members some time during the 17 day run!!
North Dakota State Fair
The Disc-Connected K9s are once again proud to be returning to perform at the North Dakota State Fair in Minot, ND July 19-27, 2024. This is our 4th time performing at this wonderful fair and can’t wait to see all of our friends and the staff at the ND State Fair. Show times are as follows: 1:00, 4:00 & 7:00 daily.
Pembina County Fair
The Disc-Connected K9s are excited to be at the Pembina County Fair in Hamilton, ND July 11-13, 2024. This will be our first time appearing at the “Oldest Running Fair in ND”! Daily show times are as follows:
Thursday: 5:30 & 8:30
Friday: 3:30, 6:00 & 8:30
Saturday: 10:30, 12:30, 5:30 & 8:30
Hope to meet and make some new Friends!!!
WV State Strawberry Festival
The Disc-Connected K9s are very excited to be returning to the great state of West Virginia!! This time you may find us at the 2024 West Virginia State Strawberry Festival in Buckhannon, WV. This will be there 82nd annual festival and it brings participants and attendees from all the surrounding states.
The West Virginia Strawberry Festival kicked off in 1936 as a way to honor our strawberry growers and help them increase sales. The very first Festival was a day-long celebration. As the years passed and its popularity increased, the West Virginia Strawberry Festival grew into the full week of fun that we know it as today! We continue to honor strawberry growers from all over our beautiful state. The Strawberry Auction is traditionally held on the Friday afternoon of Festival Week.
There are a ton of other exciting experiences at the festival besides our shows. You have a full carnival/midway, talent contests, a car show, one mile run, unbelievable concerts and big time entertainers, vendors galore, food vendors and three different parades!!
Our showtimes are as follows:
Thursday: 8:30 PM
Friday: 6:30 & 8:30 PM
Saturday: 12:00, 4:00 & 6:00
Sunday: 12:00, 2:00 & 4:00
Hope to see you there!!!
Gulf Coast Balloon Festival, Foley, AL 2024
Foley is the spot for high-flying adventure and family fun at the Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival. Enjoy the entertainment, arts and crafts displays and more at the festival site daily. Balloon flights, glows and tethered rides (weather permitting) add to the fun at dawn and dusk. Admission is FREE!
Disc-Connected K9s Shows are as follows:
Thursday 5:00 & 7:00
Friday 11:30, 3:00 & 6:30
Saturday 11:30, 3:00 & 6:30
For more information regarding the entire event:
https://gulfcoastballoonfestival.com/
Orange City Blueberry Festival
Looking for a FUN day with the family, and/or dog? Then, please consider coming out to the Orange City Blueberry Festival in Valentine Park Saturday and Sunday; 10:00 - 5:00 both days. Tons of FREE stuff for the family and friends.
Disc-Connected K9s shows are 12:00, 2:00 & 4:00 each day.
For more information regarding the entire festival, please visit their website:
https://www.orangecityfest.com/
Clay County Fair, 2024
It is that time of the year again!!! The Disc-Connected K9s are back at the Clay County Fair in Green Cove Springs for their 16th year in a row!!! The fair dates this year run from April 4-14, 2024 and promise to bring tons of FUN and life long memories for everyone. Please see our specific show times schedule for each day below!!
Since 1987 the Clay County Agricultural Fair has provided Clay County and Northeast Florida with an event that's both fun and educational in a family atmosphere. In fact, the Fair vision says it all "A Family A*Fair".
The Fair strives to be the showcase for Clay County's agricultural, educational, civic and commercial interest. It provides an opportunity for citizens to work and have fun together. Volunteers are the lifeblood of the fair. Their dedicated support of sharing time and talents is vital to the fair's success.
Disc-Connected K9s Daily Schedule:
Thursday, April 4 - 3:00, 6:00 & 9:00
Friday, April 5 - 11:45, 3:15, & 6:45
Saturday, April 6 - 11:00, 3:45, & 6:45
Sunday, April 7 - 11:45, 3:00, & 6:00
Monday, April 8 - 6:00 & 9:00
Tuesday, April 9 - 3:00, 6:00 & 9:00
Wednesday, April 10 - 11:45, 3:15 & 7:15
Thursday, April 11 - 3:00, 6:00 & 9:00
Friday, April 12 - 11:45, 3:15 & 6:45
Saturday, April 13 - 10:45, 2:15 & 5:45
Sunday, April 14 - 11:15 & 1:30
For more information regarding all the incredible happenings at the fair, please check out their website:
https://www.claycountyfair.org/
Looking forward to seeing all of our longtime friends and family at this AWESOME fair!!
Strawberry Festival - Port St. Lucie
The Disc-Connected K9s are proud to be returning to the Strawberry Festival in Port St. Lucie, FL March 23 & 24, 2024. This will be our third year at this event which has traditionally had great attendance with plenty of vendors and things to do for the entire family. We are just one of the great talents being provided for festival attendees.
Our specific show times for both days are as follows:
12:00, 2:00 & 4:00
Exact address of the festival is:
Mid-Florida Events Center
9221 SE Civic Center Place
Port St. Lucie, FL 34952
For all the information regarding the event, please visit their website:
www.PortStLucieFest.com
Hope to see you there!!!
Valdosta Azalea Festival - 2024
The Disc-Connected K9s are proud to be returning to the Valdosta Azalea Festival for our 15th year!! This incredible event will be held in Drexel Park in Valdosta on Saturday and Sunday March 9 & 10, 2024. Our tentative show times are as follows:
Saturday: 11:00, 1:00 & 3:00
Sunday: 11:30, 1:30 & 3:30
Try to arrive a little early for each show as the bleacher seating does go early and our shows last 30-35 minutes each. Remember, we have different dogs in each show, so please plan on attending more than one show each day.
A little bit about the festival:
The 24th Annual Azalea Festival is scheduled for March 9 & 10, 2024. The Azalea Festival is a 100% all outdoor event. We expect over 250 arts & crafts vendors from several different states, a huge food court, six stage areas of entertainment, a Classic Car & Motorcycle Show, a newly expanded KidZone, the World Famous Disc-Connected K9s Frisbee Show, the Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show (sponsored by The Langdale Company), the Falconry Forever/Birds of Prey Exhibits and Demonstrations, entertainment by Wild Adventures Theme Park, two great bands, the VLPRA Azalea 5K race, the Azalea After Dark events (sponsored by the City of Valdosta and the Turner Center For The Arts), and a whole lot more. None of this would be possible without our sponsors, volunteers, and the support of our local community.
What started off as a small, local festival 24 years ago has become a major regional festival attracting attendees from all over the Southeastern United States. It has also become a major economic booster for Valdosta and Lowndes County. Our vendors, attendees, and race participants come from several different states from Florida to South Dakota.
Make plans now to stay the whole weekend and enjoy the best that South Georgia has to offer!
To find out more information:
http://www.azaleafestival.com/
Tifton Rhythm & Ribs BBQ Festival, 2024
Join us for the 2024 Rhythm & Ribs BBQ Festival in Tifton, GA, held at Fulwood Park! There will be a professional and backyard BBQ competition, children's games and activities, arts & crafts vendors, food vendors, and lots of entertainment; including those World Famous Frisbee Dogs; the “Disc-Connected K9s”!!
For more information regarding the full schedule each day; please visit their website:
https://www.tiftonribsfest.com/
It promises to be days full of fun and food! See you then!
Strawberry Festival, Live Oak, FL
The Disc-Connected K9s are proud to be returning to the Strawberry Festival in Live Oak, FL February 24 & 25, 2024. This will be our third year at this event which has traditionally had great attendance with plenty of vendors and things to do for the entire family. We are just one of the great talents being provided for festival attendees.
Our specific show times for both days are as follows:
12:00, 2:00 & 4:00
Exact address of the festival is:
Suwannee County Fairgrounds
1302 11th Street SW
Live Oak, FL 32064
For all the information regarding the event, please visit their website:
https://www.liveoakfestival.com/
Hope to see you there!!!
Strawberry Festival - Palm Bay
The Disc-Connected K9s are pleased, and honored, to be performing at the Palm Bay Strawberry Festival; Saturday and Sunday, February 17 & 18, 2024.
This is our 3rd year at this event and had a fantastic time at this festival last year. There are plenty of Strawberry delights, contests centered around strawberries, lot of crafters, different performers and other food vendors!
Our show times are as follows:
Saturday & Sunday:
12:00
2:00
4:00
For more information regarding all aspects of the event; please visit their website:
Looking forward to an awesome weekend, with the weather forecast showing perfect weather for both days!!
Hope to see a lot of familiar faces in the crowds!!
Blue Springs Manatee Festival, Orange City
This will be the Disc-Connected K9s 24th year at the Blue Springs Manatee Festival!! The event this year is Saturday and Sunday, January 27 & 28, 2024 and we are so looking forward to another wonderful year with a great group of people and an AWESOME event!! Show times are as follows:
Saturday - 11:00, 1:00 & 3:00
Sunday - 11:30, 1:30 & 3:30
This is an incredible cause, a wonderful event and one of the few events where you can bring your dog along to enjoy the day with you out in sun, fun and have an overall great experience.
The Festival is a Fund Raiser for the Orange City Community. The proceeds will benefit "Friends of Blue Spring State Park", Educational scholarships, and other Greater Orange City Organizations. More information may be obtained on their web site: http://themanateefestival.com/index.html
Admission:
Adults - $10.00
Children Ages 4-10 - $2.00
Children 3 And Under - FREE
Dogs - $10.00
Free Shuttle Bus To Blue Spring State Park To See The Manatees!
Fun For The Whole Family!:
Central FL Zoo Presentations & Animal Ambassadors
Arts & Crafts
Dancing
Face Painting
Shows & Rides
Children's Fingerprinting by V.I.P.S.
Walk-on-water Balls
SPCA Adopt-A-Pet
Great Food
Entertainment
Sand Sculpting
Entertainment:
Caerbannog Live Band
Karegan Wodz
Jeff Howell Band
Disc-Connected K9s - World Famous Frisbee Dogs
Manatee Fest Games!:
Rock Wall Climbing
Bungee Jumping
US Army Obstacle Course
Balloon Man Shooting Gallery
For More Information:
https://www.themanateefestival.com/event-info.html
See you at the Festival!!!
Vero Beach Bacon & BBQ Festival
The Disc-Connected K9s are excited to be a part of the Buckler Show’s “Vero Beach Bacon & BBQ Festival” at the Indian River Fairgrounds in Vero Beach. This year’s event is on Saturday, January 20 & Sunday, January 21. The event runs from 10:00 to 5:00 both days. Our showtimes are 12:00, 2:00 & 4:00 daily.
For more information, please check out the Buckler’s website:
https://www.verobeachfest.com/