Golden Tails Gathering is taking place in Golden, BC on Saturday, September 26, 2026, and it’s the perfect excuse for Golden Retriever families to plan a bucket-list mountain weekend with their dogs.
This isn’t just another dog event. It’s a destination gathering created especially for people who love Golden Retrievers.
Join Golden Retriever owners, dog lovers, vendors, volunteers, and visitors from across Western Canada for a joyful day of:
🐾 Vendor Village – Shop dog treats, toys, accessories, artisan goods, and pet services
🐾 Off-Leash Adventure Area – Space for dogs to run and play
🐾 Swimming Pond – Goldens can splash, swim, and cool off
🐾 Official Pawtrait Photo Booth – Professional photos with a Fall-themed backdrop
🐾 Selfie Photo Spot – Capture fun photos with your pup
🐾 Food Trucks – Grab lunch, snacks, and refreshments
🐾 Socializing Zones – Meet fellow Golden Retriever owners and their pups
Giving back: this event supports Little Mittens, AARCS & Golden Retriever Rescue Canada.
Golden, BC is made for a fall getaway.
The drive to Golden takes you through some of Alberta and BC’s most iconic mountain scenery, with plenty of opportunities to stop, stretch, explore, and turn the trip into a full weekend adventure.
Whether you come for one night or make it a longer Rockies road trip, Golden is a beautiful home base for dog-loving travellers. The town offers mountain views, pet-friendly stays, outdoor adventures, local restaurants, and easy access to some of Canada’s most scenic landscapes.
Easy to Get Here from Edmonton
Golden is approximately a 6-hour drive from Edmonton, making it a very doable weekend road trip.
Bring your Golden, bring your camera, bring your road trip playlist, and come be part of a first-year event created to celebrate everything we love about these joyful dogs.
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