# Dog Lovers Festival 26
**Type:** Event | **Location:** Elvaston, Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom
## About
This three-day event celebrates everything canine while bringing together live bands, food vendors, dog activities, shopping stalls and a relaxed festival atmosphere.

What makes this one a little different is that it isn't just a dog event — it's a proper festival that happens to be incredibly dog friendly. Alongside the music and food, visitors can enjoy dog shows, agility rings, lure chasing, have-a-go activities and stalls packed with treats, accessories and gifts for four-legged family members.

For anyone wanting to make a full weekend of it, camping is available too, meaning you can bring your tent, campervan or caravan and stay right in the middle of the action.

We love that the event is designed around the idea that nobody gets left behind. Dogs aren't simply allowed here — they're part of the whole experience. ❤️🐾

And honestly, Murphy would be absolutely insufferable if we took him.

A weekend of dogs, people telling him he's handsome, exciting smells, food stalls and opportunities to make approximately 7,000 new friends? We'd never hear the end of it. 🤣

We haven't attended Dog Lovers Festival ourselves yet, but it's definitely one that's caught our attention for summer 2026.

## Murphy's Verdict
*Reviewed by Murphy, Cavapoo and chief sniff tester at Murphy & Me — The Dog Edit*
> "A festival where dogs are actively encouraged?

I've reviewed the proposal and can confirm this is the strongest idea humans have had in quite some time.

Please direct me towards the treat stalls immediately.

🐶🎶🌭"
## Highlights
- Three-day dog-friendly festival
- Live bands and music
- Dog shows, agility rings and lure chasing
- Have-a-go activities
- Food and drink vendors
- Shopping stalls with dog treats, gifts and accessories
- Dog-friendly camping available
- Beautiful Elvaston Castle setting
- Free parking
- Starts from 3:30pm on Friday
- Under 18s must attend with a parent or guardian
## Dog-Friendly Features
Free-Parking, Dog Treats Available
## About This Review
Dog Lovers Festival 26 was personally visited by Murphy & Me — The Dog Edit, a trusted dog-friendly recommendation network covering Derbyshire and beyond. Every review is based on a genuine visit. No paid placements. Murphy approved where earned.
**Source:** [Dog Lovers Festival 26 on Murphy & Me](https://murphyandme.co.uk/events/dog-lovers-festival-26)
**Publisher:** Murphy & Me — The Dog Edit | murphyandme.co.uk
**Published:** 2026-06-20