Overview
Forget festivals focused on art, music and film, there's a new event in town. Warning: you must love dogs. And another warning: you also need to be up for a visit to Manly's fortnightly markets.
At the first September shopping bonanza by the waterfront at Manly Harbour Village for 2015, all things canine are taking over. There's even a fitting name for this frenzy of four-legged friends — Woofstock.
Yes, the event is exactly what it sounds like, seeing as though it sounds like a festival focused on pet pooches. Expect competitions designed to anoint the critter with the waggiest tail, as well as those wearing the best fashions on the field. A test of athletic ability is also on offer, plus sessions with an animal communicator. Want more? Why not check out Doggy's Got Talent and Next K9 Top Model, where a few reality TV staples get a dogcentric spin.
Shopping-wise, 80 stalls will try to tempt you to treat your furry BFF to food, toys, clothes, furniture and anything else they might need. Or, lets be honest, anything you might want to buy them — because although the day is supposed to be all about hounds and mutts, it's really all about the humans that are fond of them.
Find Woofstock at the Jan Powers Farmers Markets at Manly Village, Royal Esplanade, Manly on Saturday September 5 from 6am (yes, 6am), or check out the markets or festival websites for more information.
Image: Dollar Photo Club.