All there is to do at KDSR 2025!

We’re so happy you’re considering joining us for the Kearney Dog Sled Races. There’s LOTS to see and do! We take great pride in being Ontario’s largest dog sled race and one of the most family friendly races you’ll ever attend. We are hosted by Kearney’s Royal Canadian Legion. You will find many of our activities are based at their building. Here’s a quick breakdown if you’re new to our event.

Souvenirs:

We have hoodies, t-shirts, and KDSR swag available inside of the Legion. This year we have a brand new “30 Years of Memories” photo collage book for purchase. For $60 you can read all about the race’s history and view over 300 pictures of races past.

Silent Auction:

Our silent auction is our largest fundraising effort for the race. We have dozens of items up for bid from local businesses and generous sponsors. Bidding closes at 3:00pm on Sunday afternoon. ALL prizes must be paid for and picked up on Sunday afternoon.

Scavenger Hunt:

FREE Scavenger hunt for kids! Pick up your clue sheet at our Souvenirs table and head out on an adventure around the racing grounds. Learn some mushing tips, sled dog facts, and race history along the way. If you find all 8 stations you win a free hot chocolate! One hot chocolate per kiddo please.

Colouring Contest:

Inside of the Legion, find several different colouring sheets for your kiddos! We have prizes to be given on Sunday night at our awards banquet for 3 different age categories. Please fill out your kiddo’s name, age, and a guardian’s contact information on the colouring pages so we can contact winners.

Vendors Market:

Check out several local vendors in the Legion picnic grounds to the left of the building. You will find pet products, furs, jewelry, hats, gifts, and more! There will be a bonfire going and a few outdoor heaters running to help make the space comfortable for all.

Pet-a-Pup Pitstop:

Find our Pet-a-Pup station just beside our vendors market. We have mushers from around the country racing with us. Several of them have dedicated time out of their race weekend to sit with their pups so YOU can pet them! Ask questions about sled dog racing while you pet some pups and get some dog kisses.

Dog Sled Rides:

Our most popular activity for families is back again provided by Abitibi Sled Dogs of Timmins, Ontario. Jacob Betker and his dogs will be providing dog sled rides all weekend long from 11:00am – 3:00pm. Buy your tickets for a ride inside of the legion for $25 per adult and $20 per child.

Dog Food Drive:

We are hosting a food drive for our local food banks. Pet food is an item that is highly sought after but not often donated to food banks. If you are able, bring any bags or cans of unopened pet food to the Kearney Community Center on Sunday at our awards banquet. There will be a designated drop off site marked. The banquet starts at approximately 4:30pm after the races. Any non-perishable human food will also be accepted!

Kearney Dog Sled Races

8 Main Street East Box 38
Kearney, Ontario P0A 1M0

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All there is to do at KDSR 2025!

February 1, 2025

We’re so happy you’re considering joining us for the Kearney Dog Sled Races. There’s LOTS to see and do! We […]