The Fredericksburg Dog Mart
Celebrating the 327th Anniversary of the Oldest Dog Event in America!
Sept 27th, 2025
Spotsylvania, VA
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About The Dog Mart
A Historic Dog’s Day Out and
Fun-filled Family Event
Hosted by:
The Fredericksburg-Rappahannock Chapter of the Izaak Walton League of America
Our Izaak Walton Fredericksburg-Rappahannock chapter was cited recently by the Commonwealth of Virginia General Assembly for its long standing stewardship for the Fredericksburg Dog Mart as the oldest dog event in the United States. We are very proud to continue this tradition at our chapter grounds. Mark Cole, Virginia State Delegate, made the presentation at a chapter membership meeting on the evening of June 3, 2021. The full text of the resolution can be found at HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 667
Dog Show
Come out and see all the amazing dogs!
Great Food
Fresh cooked burgers, fries and much more!
Archery & More
Archery and BB Gun shooting for the kids!
Some activities from prior events
Archery at 317th Dog Mart
BB Gun Arcade 317th
Easy rider at 317th
Easy rider at 317th
Good Food 317th
Good Food 317th
Latest updates from the blog
Archie is the Dog Show Champion
The winner of the 325th Dog Mart, Dog Show and the coveted Dog Mart Championship Silver Bowl is Archie, shown here posing with his owner and the top prize.
Dog Mart is Saturday, September 30
Entrance Sign for Dog Mart
Dog Mart Reenactment Pageant at Noontime
After the presentation of the colors and the singing of the National Anthem, there will be a ceremony commemorating the origins of the Dog Mart.
The Oldest Dog Mart in America!
The Fredericksburg DogMart is 327 years old this year.
The Fredericksburg-Rappahannock Chapter of the Izaak Walton League of America will once again host The Fredericksburg Dog Mart at their chapter grounds in Spotsylvania, Virginia.
Vendor
Registration
Visit our vendor registration page for more information.
Check out our highlights
Check out some highlights from some previous Fredericksburg Dog Mart events!
Bring a Guest
The Dog Mart is a family-friendly event with plenty of fun events for kids and adults alike. Check our blog for the latest updates.
We are Turning 327 this year!
This is truly a historic event with roots dating all the way back to 1698. Check out our history page to learn more.
Gallery
Check out some pictures from previous Dog Mart events!
Schedule
Wondering what to expect at the Fredericksburg Dog Mart? Check out the Schedule!
More Info
When:
Saturday, September 27th, 2025 from 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Rain date:
Sunday, September 28th; however, rain is not expected and dare not happen!
Where:
Fredericksburg-Rappahannock Chapter Park at 12400 Herndon Road in Spotsylvania, VA.
What:
View the official 2024 326th annual Dog Mart Trifold and the Final Event Schedule and Event Map for 2024.
Admission:
Parking fee $5.00 per carload to be paid at the gate. Bring the whole family including the dogs!! Cash or credit accepted.
Past Dog Marts
Visit the Gallery
There are tons of fun activities to participate in at the Fredericksburg Dog Mart! Check out our Gallery to see some examples from previous years’ events.
Do you have questions?
Contact Us!
For questions concerning the 2024 Dog Mart or if you would like to participate in this years Dog Mart, please contact:
Dog Mart Manager/Event Coordinator: Darrell Schultz at dmcschultz@comcast.net