OAK GROVE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – Dachshunds got to live out their derby dreams at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel during their wiener dog races on Memorial Day.

Crowds gathered to see whose tiny legs could move the fasted down the 60-foot track. Owners were able to coax their fur babies to the finish line with toys and treats, while the bandstand packed with spectators cheered them on while enjoying several food trucks and raffles.

Harness Race at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)
Wiener Dog Races at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)
Wiener Dog Races at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)
Wiener Dog Races at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)
Wiener Dog Races at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)
Wiener Dog Races at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)
Wiener Dog Races at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)
Wiener Dog Races at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)
Wiener Dog Races at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)
Wiener Dog Races at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)
Wiener Dog Races at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)
Wiener Dog Races at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)
Wiener Dog Races at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)
Wiener Dog Races at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)
Wiener Dog Races at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)
Wiener Dog Races at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)
Wiener Dog Races at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)
Wiener Dog Races at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)
Wiener Dog Races at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)
Wiener Dog Races at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)
Wiener Dog Races at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)
Wiener Dog Races at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)
Wiener Dog Races at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)
Wiener Dog Races at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)
Wiener Dog Races at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)
Wiener Dog Races at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)
Wiener Dog Races at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)
Wiener Dog Races at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)
Wiener Dog Races at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)
Wiener Dog Races at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)
Wiener Dog Races at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)
Wiener Dog Races at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, Kentucky. May 27, 2024 (Daynnah Carmona)

Seven rounds of wiener races cumulated in a final eighth race to determine overall winners. The races took place between regularly scheduled harness racing on the track. While some dogs never made it past the start line, bragging rights and a plaque were on the line. The top wieners were Daphne in third, Loli in second, and Woody taking first place.

The main goal of the event was to have fun while also raising funds for a worthy cause with a portion of the proceeds from shirt sales benefiting the Christian County Human Society.

“It’s fun to watch the Dachshunds run down the track, and it was a big hit last year even though it was in July,” said Darren VanDover, the general manager of Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel. He continued to say they have a lot of fun events coming up all summer long with several concerts lined up. Stay up to date on events on the Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel website. 

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