CHIHUAHUA RACES & BEAUTY PAGEANT – Registration is now closed!
SOCAL TACO FEST
CHIHUAHUA RACES AND BEAUTY PAGEANT
100% of the Funds Raised Benefit
Chihuahua Rescue of San Diego County
PARTICIPATION DETAILS
Thank you for your interest in the SoCAL Taco Fest Chihuahua Races and Beauty Pageant! Below, please find the General Information, Rules, Regulations and the Liability Waiver that you will need to agree in order to participate. At the bottom there is an “ Go To Application” button that will take you to another page where you can input your information and agree to the terms.
The Chihuahua Races and Beauty Pageant are an extremely popular part of SoCal Taco Fest. The competition is always fierce and you need to bring it! So make sure to come with your “A” game! We are thankful for your participation and support of Chihuahua Rescue of San Diego. See ya at the festival!
Registration and Acceptance
There are a limited number of entries available. The SoCAL Taco Fest reserves the right to close the application process at any time. Once we have received your check and have approved your pet for the competition, you will receive an email confirming your participation. Additional logistical information will follow once we have slotted all competing dogs into their time slots.
GENERAL INFORMATION
SoCAL Taco Fest
Saturday August 17, 2024
Waterfront Park – 1600 Pacific Hwy, San Diego CA 92101
21+ to attend
Doors: 12 p.m.
Close: 10 p.m.
www.socaltacofest.com
Parking is on your own.
Payment Information
$49 for the Race
$49 for the Beauty Pageant
$85 for Both
100% of the proceeds go to Chihuahua Rescue of San Diego County
PAYMENT VIA VENMO IS STRONGLY PREFERRED
You can also pay by check.
Complimentary Tickets
Confirmation of your participation in either or both of the competitions comes with (2) two complimentary general admission tickets per registered dog. Your tickets will be emailed 1-2 weeks prior to the event date.
Eligibility for the Chihuahua Races Recap
• Chihuahua and Chihuahua-mix-breed dogs are eligible to race.
• There are two weight classes: Under 7 pounds and 7 pounds to 12
pounds. Dogs over 12 pounds are not eligible to participate.
• Dogs must be non aggressive toward humans and other dog – Dogs showing
aggression will be disqualified
• All dogs must have current vaccinations as required by the City of
San Diego.
• Owner and helper must be 21 years of age or older.
The Race – Saturday August 17, 2024
Races will be structured once the total number of competitors are confirmed.
Races will run in heats based on weight.
Times below are approximate and will be finalized soon. They are subject to minor change.
2:30 p.m. Race #1 7 to 12lbs 4:30 p.m. Race #2 7lbs and under
You must be on site and ready to go no later than 45 minutes prior to your race time.
Race Times are Subject to Change.
Chihuahua Race Rules:
• Dogs must be on a leash at all times (except during race).
• Owners must clean up after their dogs.
• Two people must be available during the race heat; one at the race start
and one at the finish line.
• Owners/participants may use a toy or treat to entice the dog, but must
stay at each end until the dog comes to the owner/participant. The toy or treat may not be thrown or tossed.
• Owners/participants may not run alongside the dog.
• Dogs must completely cross the finish line, within the boundaries, without
being grabbed. If the dog is touched by the handler before completely crossing the finish line, the dog will be disqualified. The SoCAL Taco Fest and Race Judges reserve the right to disqualify any dog/owner/participant if they determine that the rules have been broken.
• The Race Judges will conduct a series of race heats to narrow down the field
to the top six dogs. The number of heats will depend on the number of
entrants.
• In all races, the dog to cross the finish line first will be deemed the
winner. Races will continue to take place until there is a clear winner as
agreed to by Race Judges. JUDGES’ DECISION ARE FINAL.
• By participating in the Event, owners/participants agree to be bound by
decisions of SoCAL Taco Fest and the Race Judges.
• Dogs showing aggression will be disqualified immediately.
• Unsportsmanlike, disruptive, annoying, harassing, or threatening
behavior is prohibited and terms for disqualification.
• The Race Judges will interpret these rules and resolve any disputes,
conflicting claims, or ambiguities concerning the rules of the Event, and
the Race Judges’ decisions concerning such disputes shall be final.
• If the conduct or outcome of the Race is affected by human error, any
mechanical malfunctions or failures of any kind, intentional interference, or any event beyond the control of the Event representatives, the SoCAL Taco Fest reserves the right to terminate the Event, or make such other decisions regarding the administration or outcome as the SoCAL Taco Fest deems appropriate.
• Competitors will not receive any form of compensation for participating in
the Event.
• Competitors are not guaranteed a prize
• All decisions made by the SoCAL Taco Fest are final.
• The SoCAL Taco Fest may waive any of these rules at its sole discretion.
The Beauty Pageant – Saturday August 17, 2024
Approximate start time is 6:15pm for the Pageant
Eligibility for the Beauty Pageant
• Chihuahua and Chihuahua-mix-breed dogs are eligible to compete.
• There are no weight classes in the Beauty Pageant Competition
• Dogs must be non aggressive toward humans and other dogs
Dogs showing aggression will be disqualified
• All dogs must have current vaccinations as required by the City of San Diego.
• Owner and helper must be age 21 or older. No one under 21 is permitted in the event.
Beauty Pageant Rules
There are no restrictions as to how you would like to dress your Chihuahua for the Beauty Pageant. Just bring it!
The Beauty Pageant will take place approximately at: 6:15 p.m. Saturday August 17, 2024.
Exact time is subject to change.
The winner will be determined by crowd applause. The dog with the most applause, as determined by the Beauty Pageant Judge, will be deemed the winner.
The winning dogs from both the Races and the Beauty Pageant will win an award and a prize package.
Registration is now closed!
