Woofles Pup Draft 2026

🐾 Woofles Pup Draft Brings Unforgettable Family Fun to Pittsburgh While Supporting a Meaningful Cause

PITTSBURGH, PA — Get ready for an unforgettable, heart-pounding experience as the Woofles Pup Draft brings a one-of-a-kind, NFL Draft-style event to the Pittsburgh area—designed for both two-legged and four-legged guests alike.

This family-friendly event is open to the public and invites dog lovers from across the region to enjoy an evening filled with excitement, entertainment, and purpose. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Through Our Hands Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to equipping students with intellectual disabilities with the latest employment skills, knowledge, and tools to help them build their best futures. Additional proceeds will support the Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh, helping provide care and shelter for animals in need.

The event kicks off from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM with “Yappy Hour,” featuring a lively atmosphere with several food trucks and business vendors. Dancing Queen, Pittsburgh’s number one 70s disco band, will take the stage at 4:00 PM, setting the tone with live entertainment that will have guests dancing and celebrating.

Guests will also have the opportunity to meet adorable, adoptable dogs from the Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh, who will be on-site for meet-and-greet opportunities. These lovable dogs are hoping to find their forever homes, and attendees are encouraged to stop by—you may just meet your new best friend.

The event will feature a wide variety of interactive dog activities designed to engage and entertain pups of all personalities. Activities include Woofles Lightning Paw Circle, Fast Track Circuit, Touchdown Runs, Orbit Ball, Little Pup Car Rides, and the Brain Boost Puzzle enrichment experience. A Woofles Meal House will also be available, offering homemade meals for dogs to enjoy during the event.

Families will find plenty of kid-friendly activities as well, including Thomas train rides for children and small pups under 60 pounds, face painting, dog treat decorating, a photo booth, and a bubble zone—creating a fun-filled environment for all ages.

At 6:00 PM, the highly anticipated Pup Draft Ceremony begins with DJ Rick Wirth setting the draft tone. This high-energy, show-stopping experience features registered dogs being drafted onto teams as the crowd erupts in cheers. Each dog will make a grand entrance down the red carpet and receive their own custom team jersey, handcrafted by the talented Lisa Walker. Following the draft, the excitement continues with Puppy Bowl-style games, where dogs participate in fun, interactive activities with their teams.

Food vendors for the event include Chicks-n-Waffles, Wood Stoked Barbecue, Bruster’s Ice Cream of Robinson, Traveling Tom’s Coffee Truck, and more. Alcoholic beverages will be available (must be over 21) with valid license photo ID. On-site business vendors include VEG ER for Pets, Paw & Order Dog Training, Texas Roadhouse, Invisible Fence, Nature’s Reward, Positively Natural Puppy Treats, Allstate, The Heroes Closet 412, and All About Cats Rescue.

The event is proudly supported by its Top Dog Sponsor, VEG ER for Pets. Supporting sponsors include Riverhounds AHN Montour Sports Complex, Paw & Order Dog Training and State Farm – James Bair of Moon Township. Generous donors include Findlay Township and Brittany Bloam - for State Representative and Staples.

Immense gratitude is extended to all the dedicated volunteers from the Through Our Hands Foundation Board. Their commitment and hard work have played a vital role in making this event possible. We are honored and grateful for the support of Robinson Township and the community within.

Tickets for the Woofles Pup Draft can be purchased online at www.wooflespupdraft.org for $10 per person in advance or $15 at the door. Those interested in enrolling their dog in the draft can do so with a $250 donation. Tickets to win big prizes from our generous in-kind donors can be purchased on-line at https://go.rallyup.com/pupdraft2026/Campaign/Details

For the safety of all guests, both human and canine, attendees are asked to follow event guidelines: all dogs must be current on vaccinations, leashed at all times, and socially appropriate with no aggressive behavior. Owners are responsible for their dogs and must clean up after them. Dogs must be healthy, and no feeding of other dogs is permitted without owner consent. Children must be supervised at all times, and all guests are encouraged to respect each dog’s space.

With its unique blend of entertainment, community spirit, and meaningful impact, the Woofles Pup Draft promises to be an event like nothing Pittsburgh has ever seen—filled with energy, excitement, tail wags, and unforgettable moments.

Trust us—you’ll want to be there with your pup.

EVENT: Woofles Pup Draft

LOCATION: AHN Montour Sports Complex 2419 State Avenue Coraopolis, PA 15108

TIME: 4:00 - Yappy Hour begins

DATE: Wednesday, April 22nd

Rain or shine!

Additional information can be found at www.WooflesPupDraft.org or 412-249-8201