Dear Racing Fans,
The Wienerschnitzel Wiener Nationals returns to Los Alamitos Race Course! The 29th running of this legendary event is set for Saturday, July 11, 2026.
The 29th running of the Wienerschnitzel Wiener Nationals at Los Alamitos Race Course returns on a Saturday Night, July 2026!
The heart of this event is giving back. We are proud to raise funds for the Seal Beach Animal Care Center, a non-profit dedicated to finding forever homes for stray animals in the Orange County area. Since 1996, the Wiener Nationals has raised approximately $315,000 for the Care Center through t-shirt and ticket sales. For more information on the Center’s mission, please call (562) 430-4993.
The Wiener Nationals delivers all the thrill of a Quarter Horse race, featuring 100+ dachshunds showing their stuff in front of a packed house. The competition consists of 10 trial heats contested at 50 yards, with each heat winner advancing to the grand Championship Race.
Participants are selected based on their entries, and we are always looking for newcomers! If your "doxie" has never raced before, we want to hear from you.
Here's how you can sign up your doxie to the Wiener Nationals.
Ready to see if your dog has what it takes to be the "Fastest Wiener in the West"? Check out the sign up page here.