Name: Paws in the Peaks
Start: 2026-08-15T09:00:00-0700
End: 2026-08-16T13:30:00-0700
Location: Sun Peaks Resort

People walking dogs at an outdoor event with trees in the background.

Aug 15 2026 to Aug 16 2026

All Day

Woof woof, pawesome pups!

Get those tails wagging at the third annual Paws in the Peaks Festival — a weekend full of paw-fect fun at Sun Peaks!

Save the date! Here are just a few of the activities you can look forward to:

Pamper and Patio Time: Get belly rubs and enjoy some patio treats. Ahh!
Shop Till You Drop: Sniff out cool toys, tasty treats, and fancy clothes.
Doggie Corral: Check out the adorable new puppies at the Mountain Man Adventure Tours corral. Aww!
Pup Parade, Presented by Engel & Völkers and Araya Law: Dress up, wag your tails, and strut your stuff! Bark then take a stroll throughout the Sun Peaks village for your chance to win best dressed.
Photo Fun: Pose with your humans for cool photos to remember the weekend.
Luxury Stay: Enjoy comfy hotels where you can sleep on custom dog beds with evening turn-down dog treats on the pillows.

Schedule of Events

Saturday, august 29
Time	Entertainment	Location
9:00am - Welcome reception at the Village Stage 11:00am - Depart, cruise through the Stroll to Sun Peaks Centre Stage 11:15am - Strut your paws for the Engel & Völkers MC and Celebrity Judge Panel 11:30am - Prizes	Pup Parade, Presented by Engel & Völkers and Araya Law Costumes encouraged but not required. Categories include: Best in Show Most original dog costume Best coordination of owner and dog costumes Best dog trick for judges Waggiest tail Cutest puppy Most dignified senior Loudest dog	Village Stage to Sun Peaks Centre Stage
10:00am to 4:00pm	Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) Puppy Rest Stop Join us in the PADS Puppy Rest Stop. Donations graciously accepted	Sun Peaks Centre Stage
10:00am to 4:00pm	Vendor Village Shop Till You Drop: Sniff out cool toys, tasty treats, and fancy clothes in our pet-centric Vendor Village To Be Confirmed	Sun Peaks Centre Stage
10:00am to 4:00pm	Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) Sun Peaks Litter Puppy Naming Fundraiser (coming soon) Donations graciously accepted	Sun Peaks Centre Stage
11:00am to 3:00pm	Mountain Man Adventure Tours Doggy Corral Visit the sled dogs and puppies	Valley Trail near Sun Peaks Centre Stage and Community Park
12:00pm to 2:00pm	Bark-B-Q Reception To Be Confirmed	Sun Peaks Centre Stage

Sunday, AUGUST 30
Time	Entertainment	Location
9:30am to 1:30pm	Sun Peaks Market Day Shop Till You Drop: Sniff out cool toys, tasty treats, and fancy clothes at select vendor booths.	Village Stroll

Pet Friendly Patios

Take in the village vibe with your furry friends on these pet-friendly patios in Sun Peaks!

Places to purchase for your pup

Shop for all the essentials, from water bowls to tasty treats.

Bluebird Market

Additional Event Information

Parking

Available in surface lots P2 and P5.
Accessible parking is available in the Village Day Lodge lot, with permit.

Event Guidelines

No alcohol permitted.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas only.
Entertainment is subject to change.

Guest Services

Public washrooms are located in the Village Day Lodge.
Seating is not provided; guests are welcome to bring their own lawn chairs.

Notice of Filming and Photography

By attending this event, you enter an area where photography, audio and video recording may occur. By entering the premises, you consent to such recording.

PADS X PAWS IN THE PEAKS

Look out for our furry friends from Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) at Paws in the Peaks! In the lead up to this year's festival, Sun Peaks Resort, Paws in the Peaks, and PADS have teamed up to support a future litter of life-changing dogs through our 2026 PADS X Paws in the Peaks Fundraiser.

What is PADS?

PADS breeds, raises, and trains fully certified assistance dogs. Our service (mobility & PTSD) and hearing dogs provide life-changing independence to those with disabilities. Our accredited facility dogs work with professionals, such as teachers, RCMP officers and psychologists to help support healthy communities.

Enter to Win A Sun Peaks Getaway

Each donation to the PADS Sun Peaks Litter Fundraiser will get you an entry to win a Paws in the Peaks getaway for two. This amazing summer vacation package includes: