2025 IFSS Dryland Mushing World Championships

Experience the World’s Fastest Dog Teams—Right Here in the Northwoods

October 20–26, 2025 • Minocqua Winter Park • Free Admission

Get ready for six days of high-speed racing, incredible athletes—human and canine—and a one-of-a-kind event you won’t want to miss. The IFSS Dryland Mushing World Championships are coming to the U.S. for the first time ever, and Minocqua, Wisconsin, is the proud host.
More than 350 competitors from 20+ countries will take to the trails at Minocqua Winter Park in this thrilling international competition featuring dog-powered sports like rig, bikejoring, canicross, and scooter racing. These elite athletes and their dogs will race head-to-head on dirt trails.

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Schedule Highlights

Opening Ceremony:
Monday, October 20 at 6 PM
Downtown Minocqua

Racing Days:
Tuesday–Sunday, October 21–26
Races begin daily at 9 AM (weather permitting)
Minocqua Winter Park

Banquet Dinner Social:
Friday, October 24 at 6 PM
Lake of the Torches Casino, Lac du Flambeau

Event Location

Minocqua Winter Park

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7543 Squirrel Hill Road, Minocqua, WI 54548
Outdoor viewing areas—please dress for the weather! NO PETS ALLOWED.

Why Attend?

This is more than a race—it’s a global celebration of sport, dogs, and the great outdoors. Whether you’re a lifelong dog lover, an outdoor adventure enthusiast, or just looking for a memorable fall weekend, the World Championships offer something fun for everyone.

Meet the mushers, see the dogs, and experience an international sporting event in your own backyard