Come Along to Woof Wag Festival

If your children have been busy with their colouring pages, they are already getting a head start on the Woof Wag Festival. This dog event is the largest of its kind in Northamptonshire, designed to help everyone understand dogs better and explore the world ‘from both ends of the lead.’

Quick facts for the day

• When: Saturday 16th May 2026 (10am to 4pm)
• Where: Wicksteed Park, Kettering in Northants
• Cost: FREE to enter (though grown-ups can register for a ticket online to help the organisers and be entered into a prize draw).
• More: visit WoofWagFestival.uk for extra information about the day

Why it’s great for kids

The festival isn’t just for dogs; it features a dedicated Kids Zone where children can learn through interactions:

• ‘Speaking Dog’: Children can learn about canine behaviour and body language like how to tell if a dog is happy, tired, or needs a bit of space.
• Storytime and Crafts: There will be dog-themed stories and art stations (carrying on the fun from their colouring pages).
• Responsible Pet Ownership: It’s a brilliant way for children to learn that looking after a dog involves kindness, patience, and regular health checks.
• Charity: The event supports Pets As Therapy, a wonderful charity that brings dogs into schools to help people feel calm and happy. There will be book readings in the Kids Zone during the Woof Wag Festival where children can listen to a story while also meeting a PAT dog.