GOLDENFEST XV - A Golden Day of Fun for Southwest Florida

GoldenFest is the biggest, best, dog-centered, family-friendly event in SouthWest Florida.   GoldenFest XV takes place Saturday, November 22, 2025 from 10AM - 2PM at the Lee Health Sports Complex - Hammond Stadium, Ft Myers.  Admission and parking are free.

GoldenFest is a fundraising event that contributes significantly to Golden Retriever Rescue of SouthWest Florida's ability to care for Goldens and Golden mixes in need.  At the same time it provides a wonderful day of fun for our community to enjoy and celebrate our canine best friends.

GoldenFest includes: canine demonstrations, Law Enforcement K-9s, live music, food and drink, over 100 product and service vendors, dock diving (Ultimate Air Dogs), pictures with Santa, face painter, caricature artist, wading pools for the pups, pony rides for the kids, raffles, silent auctions, first responder exhibits (thanks to the Lee County Sheriff's Office & South Trail Fire District), special appearances by Lisa Spooner and Christy Soto, anchors at NBC2, and the incomparable Calendar Girls.  A delightful day like no other in Southwest Florida.

While GoldenFest will directly benefit GRRSWF, the event is open to other non-profit rescue organizations, area shelters & humane societies at no cost.  Attendees are encouraged to bring their well-behaved, leashed dogs and enjoy a fun-filled, golden day. 

GoldenFest only happens once a year.  You don't want to miss it.