- March 28, 2025
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Sherry Barger holds Lucky at the starting line before the start of a heat.
Owners line up with their dogs as they prepare for a race.
Whether they won or lost, the dogs were met at the finish line with affection and a lot of petting.
Some dogs got some word of advice from their owner to prep them for the races.
Dressed in a Flash costume, this little fella had his game face on as he was ready to smoke the competition.
Chihuahuas of all shapes and sizes took part in the fun, family friendly event.
Small chihuahuas race to the finish line as a crowd of onlookers cheer them on.
Many of the dogs dressed in little sombreros and other outfits as there was also a best dressed contest.
The best dressed contest was a favorite among the crowd, who enjoyed all the different outfits.
Madison Barger holds Lucky, her rescued dog, after he finished his race.
Chihuahuas race down a grassy mat as they look to take home the top prize.
Some owners even dressed up alongside their dogs.
This little fella stood ready to go prior to his race on Sunday.
Joe Roberge holds up his dog, Zeus, above his head after winning the 6th Annual Running of the Chihuahuas.
It was all smiles for this duo after finishing up one of the heats held across the street from Cocina 214.
Belinda Ream fixes her dog Chloe’s hat after winning the best dressed competition.
Despite a rainy Sunday morning, locals and their chihuahuas made their way down to Cocina 214 in downtown Winter Park to enjoy the 6th Annual Running of the Chihuahuas.
The event, which started at 11:00 a.m., was the capping off of the Cinco de Mayo weekend as the tiny dogs raced in multiple heats.
Kids and adults cheered the dogs on through the different heats, before the mighty Zeus won the final race to take home the prize of top dog.
