If you’re a dog lover—or just someone who enjoys joyful energy, wagging tails and a sense of community—clear your weekend schedule. Kejtrówka 2025, Poznań’s beloved educational dog picnic, is back on 24–25 May, and it’s packed with everything from jaw-dropping dogfrisbee acrobatics to free vet consultations and adoption advice.
A Celebration of Companionship
Organised as part of the city’s “Kejter też poznaniak” (“The dog’s a Poznanian too”) initiative, Kejtrówka 2025 is more than a casual weekend in the park. It’s a civic-minded festival with a clear mission: to educate current and future dog owners about the responsibilities of having a pet, and to celebrate the joy that dogs bring into our lives.
It’s a space where first-time dog owners can get expert guidance, long-time pet lovers can discover new tricks (literally), and families can experience something meaningful and memorable together.
The festival is about learning, but also about celebrating the joy that dogs bring us. It’s about treating them like full members of our community.
said Patryk Pawełczak, Director of the President’s Office of the City of Poznań.
Event Details – What, When, Where
- Location: Meadow near the Peace Bell (Polana przy Dzwonie Pokoju), Park Cytadela, Poznań
- Dates: Saturday and Sunday, 24–25 May 2025
- Hours: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Admission: Free of charge
Highlights of the Weekend
The headline event of Kejtrówka 2025, Dogfrisbee Spectacle called Latające Psy (Flying Dogs), features Poland’s top dog-and-handler duos competing in various dogfrisbee disciplines. If you’ve never seen a border collie somersault mid-air to snatch a spinning disc to music, now’s your chance.
Events include:
- Freestyle (UpDog Level 1 & 2): Teams perform choreographed routines to music where dogs leap, spin, and balance with incredible timing and trust.
- ThrowNGo: A timed challenge where dogs collect discs thrown into specific scoring zones. Fast, precise, and full of suspense.
- Frizgility: A high-energy hybrid of frisbee catching and agility course running. Handlers and dogs switch between fast-paced throws and obstacle navigation.
- Time Warp: Combines speed with precision. Dogs aim for multiple catches in target areas before making a final high-scoring “Sweet Spot” throw.
- The Quadruped: A classic long-distance throw contest. Dogs must catch frisbees launched across the field. The competition celebrates its 20th year in Europe in 2025.
Our competitions are more than sport. They express the friendship between humans and dogs through fun, with a touch of healthy rivalry.
event organiser, Dariusz Radomski, put it best.
Expert Knowledge and Everyday Advice
Need training tips? Unsure about microchipping or dog nutrition? Looking to adopt but not sure how? Over the weekend, you’ll find:
- Veterinarians, canine behaviourists, and trainers offering consultations.
- Monika Sankowska, providing professional dietary advice for dogs of all ages.
- Representatives from the Poznań Animal Shelter (Schronisko dla Zwierząt w Poznaniu) explaining the full adoption process and offering guidance on welcoming a new dog into your home.
- A microchip data check station, where you can verify and update your pet’s identification info.
At our booth, we’ll encourage updating registration data for Poznań dogs and their owners. It’s crucial in case a pet gets lost.
said Katarzyna Frąckowiak, Deputy Head of the Poznań Shelter.
Live Demonstrations and Dog Sports in Action
Kejtrówka 2025 is full of performances, some educational, others simply jaw-dropping:
- Search and rescue dogs from GSR OSP (Grupa Ratownictwa Specjalistycznego Ochotniczej Straży Pożarnej – Volunteer Fire and Rescue Group) performing rubble and field exercises.
- Guide dogs from the Labrador Foundation for the Blind (Fundacja na rzecz Osób Niewidomych Labrador – Pies Przewodnik) demonstrating how they assist in everyday life.
- Herding dogs from Pasterski Poznań, showcasing traditional sheepdog skills.
- Speedy sports like bikejoring (bike pulled by a dog), canicross (cross-country running with a dog), scootering(dog-powered scooter racing), and flyball (relay races over hurdles).
Creative Workshops and Family Fun
Families with children will find plenty to keep them entertained at Kejtrówka 2025. The Art Bonsai Kids’ Zone (Strefa dziecięca – Art Bonsai) includes:
- Face painting, henna tattoos with dog motifs, giant board games and bubble shows.
- A toddler corner with soft play, blocks and books.
- Craft stations where kids can:
- Draw dog portraits
- Design personalised pins
- Build miniature dog sculptures
- Create dog toys from recycled fabrics
There’s also a photo booth where attendees can take a professional-style portrait with their dog—for free.
Kejtrówka 2025 Programme Overview: What to See and When
Saturday, 24 May:
- 10:00 – Opening of the event
- 10:45 – Obedience sports by Dog Idea
- 11:15 – Talk: “From Puppy to Senior” by Danuta Jagodzińska
- 12:15 – Public quiz: dog agility course
- 13:30 – Rescue dog training by GSR OSP
- 14:00 – Nosework demo by Izabela Szprungiel
- 14:30 – Talk: “Why Dogs Run Away?” by the Wielkopolski Animal Inspectorate
- 16:10 – Grooming tips from Dagmara Bołtrukiewicz
- 17:00 – Quiz: “Dog Breeds and Behaviours”
Sunday, 25 May:
- 10:15 – Talk: “Walking Struggles and How to Solve Them” by Joanna Korbal
- 11:10 – Therapeutic dog support presentation by Ewa Michrowska
- 12:25 – Terrain search demo by GSR OSP
- 13:35 – Advanced frisbee tricks by Joanna Korbal
- 14:15 – Rally-O with Danuta Todryk
- 15:30 – Dog dancing show by Ewa Michrowska
- 16:15 – Quiz: Training Tips Tournament
- 17:45 – Final words and event wrap-up
Why This Weekend Should Go to the Kejtrówka 2025
Kejtrówka 2025 is a true community celebration—one that’s fun, insightful and entirely free. Whether you’re bringing a pup or just your curiosity, the weekend at Park Cytadela offers a chance to connect, learn and be amazed by the dogs of Poznań and beyond. Expect a vibrant, feel-good weekend where dogs fly, tails wag and knowledge flows freely. You might arrive as a visitor, but you’ll leave as part of a community.
