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Saturday, 10/15/2022

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"The" Wiener Dog Race Event of 2022

Its with great pride that the GESDS hosts its annual Wiener Dog Race. This event is by exclusive invitation only and has remained the gold standard for wiener dog enthusiasts world wide. For only the 4th time in over 170 years (1861-65, 1918, 1941-45, & 2020-21) we experienced a break in the competition but the anticipation is palpable as we return to the track (& bar)!

About Glen Eyrie Downs

Venue

Ownership

Ownership

Silicon Valley's premier wiener dog race facility is located in the heart of Willow Glen. GE Downs is surrounded by towering pines, old growth trees, and nestled by the scenic Los Gatos Creek. It is habitat to numerous water fowl, wildlife and homeless. The centuries old location provides for excellent sight-lines, ample relief stations, and cool respite to the harsh urban surroundings.  Truly a unique bucket list experience!

Ownership

Ownership

Ownership

Glen Eryie Downs is owned and operated by the well established GE Sporting & Drinking Syndicate (GESDS). The principal owners are the Anderson family, they have long standing roots in the area, dating back to the Ohlone. The Spanish Government's (1784) unlawful land grant to Roberto Balemino (Rancho Los Coches)  interrupted operations for many years, but since CA statehood (1850) they have had continuous operations.

Events

Ownership

Events

In addition to being the annual host to the Wiener Dog Races, the facility is equipped to host many premium events, such as:

weddings (gay, binary & straight), bachelor/bachelorette parties, corporate team building, craft beer tasting, bocce tournaments, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, movie premiers, concerts,  Shakespeare in the Park, fantasy football drafts, wine tasting, COVID testing, jello wrestling, & MMA. 

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#1 Lola

Owner: Ando Ownership Group

Color: Red

Coat: Smooth

Size: Miniature

Weight: 6 lbs.

Age: Mare 7 years


Running Style: Closer 

Notable Facts: Lola has long racing heritage (brother to Hank). She has extremely bad breath, despite having 8 teeth extracted (rumor has it she uses it to her advantage on the track to thwart the competition.)



#2 Hank

Owner: Ando Ownership Group

Color:  White with brown spots ("cow like")

Coat: Smooth (...like butter)

Size: The ladies don't complain

Weight: 12 lbs early morning & 20 lbs by dusk

Age: Gelding 7 years


Running Style: Stalker

Notable Facts: Hanky Panky (as he is affectionally known by his stable mates) is officially classified as a "Pinscher" by his veternarian (but what the hell does he know and is he even a Dr?).



#3 Pippa

Owner: Franco-Prussian Badger Hunters of North America

Color: Black

Coat: Smooth (...like a baby bottom)

Size: Miniature

Weight: 10 lbs

Age: Mare 8 years


Running Style: Pacesetter

Notable Facts: Pippa is well socialized to humans (except small ones) but less so with canines. She has no interest in chasing balls.  Interest in racing other dogs is primarily to get far away from them.   Primary hobbies include seeking for food scraps near tables, counters and BBQs.


#4 Ellie (Eleanor Rigby)

Owner: Beatles Fan Club of San José

Color: Light Brown w/Black Accents

Coat: Wire

Size: Miniature

Weight: 11 lbs

Age: Filly 2 years


Running Style: Pacesetter

Notable Facts: Ellie, unlike stable mate Pippa, is not food motivated, but rather by chasing balls and other projectiles. Her small size is thought to induce anxiety and a nervous disposition that manifests in a need to bark a lot.  A fast runner but may need a hare to keep her on track.  Hobbies include suntanning and rehydrating by drinking Pippa's pee.


#5 Brüno

Owner: The Talwar Brothers LLC (Aiden & Dillon)

Color: Red Brindle

Coat: Smooth

Size: Miniature

Weight: 18 lbs  (21.2 BMI = "ripped"!)

Age: 2 years


Running Style: Sprinter

Notable Facts: Brüno joined the Talwar's racing stable as a COVID puppy and is just breaking out of his bubble to experience the world. He loves cleaning up after his brothers snacks, particularly popcorn, chasing them on their big wheels, playing with his basketball, and smothering all members of his family with his unconditional love.  He also loves to pop into zoom calls to say hi to the team when his parents are working. Early sprint times are very impressive.


Disclaimer

Guests voluntarily assume all risks and danger incidental to this event and waive all claims against the event sponsor, the owner of the facility, the ticket producer or issuer. Admission is subject to compliance with all laws and facility rules and the ticket holder consents to reasonable examinations and searches to ensure compliance. Failure to comply with the law or facility rules may result in refusal of admission or expulsion. No unauthorized recording of event where prohibited

Race Day Schedule

Saturday, October 15th

Gates Open

Noon

Cherry St Gate

Event Details

Saturday, October 15th

Gates Open

All tickets must be procured at least 24 hours ahead of the event, no tickets will be issued at the door. Access restricted to the Cherry St...

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Noon

Cherry St Gate

Welcome Kick-Off

Noon

-

2pm

Anderson Estate

Event Details

Welcome Kick-Off

Please join the owners, friends and family to kick-off the festivities on the Anderson Estate veranda, overlooking the scenic GE Downs facil...

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Noon

-

2pm

Anderson Estate

Glen Eyrie Downs Gates Open

2pm

-

5pm

GE Downs

Event Details

Glen Eyrie Downs Gates Open

Access to facility via the Anderson veranda, Montgomery or Marias Gates will be open to valid ticket holders only. Gates close 60 mins from ...

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2pm

-

5pm

GE Downs

Pre-Race Festivities

2pm

-

4pm

GE Downs

Event Details

Pre-Race Festivities

TBD, bagpipes, DJ. karaoke, air guitar contest, face painting, drinking contests, Glücksrad

2pm

-

4pm

GE Downs

Owner Interviews

4pm

GE Downs

Event Details

Owner Interviews

1 on 1 sit down with each dog owner to find out a bit more insights on this "Land of Gentry" sport.

4pm

GE Downs

Parade of Dogs

4:25pm

GE Downs

Event Details

Parade of Dogs

A time honored tradition to see up close your favorite racer (male or bitch) and encourage them towards victory!

4:25pm

GE Downs

Post Time

4:37pm

GE Downs

Event Details

Post Time

The premier dachshund, wiener dog, badger dog, sausage dog race!

4:37pm

GE Downs

Awards Ceremony

4:45pm

Anderson Estate

Event Details

Awards Ceremony

Return to the Anderson Veranda for the presentation of the Wiener's Cup.

4:45pm

Anderson Estate

Last Call

5pm

Anderson Estate

Event Details

Last Call

Time to double check your BAC. Please always remember to not drink and drive, you may spill your drink!

5pm

Anderson Estate

Exclusive After Party

6pm

-

????

TBD

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Exclusive After Party

No need to end the fun! The GESDS will proudly offer (by invitation only) an exclusive after party at one its many establishments that maint...

Event Details

6pm

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TBD

Wagering / Odds

Betting Payoffs

Betting at GE Downs is under the pari-mutuel system, where all bets of a particular type (such as win bets, show bets, exacta bets, etc) are placed in separate pools. A percentage of the pool is withdrawn to be reinvested into racing, and the remaining funds are paid out on the winning wagers.

#1 Lola

12 to 1

Has shown great closing speed when motivated.

#2 Hank

40 to 1

This longshot is unpredictable, watch for any pre-race bathroom breaks

#3 Pippa

15 to 1

A dark horse with the skills to win but does she lack the desire?

#4 Ellie

5 to 1

Scattered at times but pre-race training is 2nd to none

#5 Brüno

2 to 1

Pre-race favorite has it all, but will this rookie hot dog melt in the heat?

NO DOGS WERE HARMED FOR, OR DURING, THIS EVENT

FAQs

Please reach us at (email insert) if you cannot find an answer to your question.

If you don't know, you don't know and therefore not on the guest list. This exclusive facility has maintained continuous operations for over 170 years by remaining stealth, and will continue to do so.


You assume all liability for any disease or illness, including but not limited to:  Covid-19 (all variants), monkey-pox, measles, whooping cough, rubella, rabies, polio, rubella, tetanus, hepatitis (all of them), chickenpox, shingles, diphtheria, rotavirus, tuberculosis, typhoid, yellow fever, malaria, and herpes (all of them). GESDS assumes no liability for what you might contract while on the premises.


If you don't know, you don't know and most likely won't get one.


Please submit to the above email address any relevant data that would shine a favorable light to why you should be invited. Including but not limited to a sworn affidavit with pictures, videos, etc, a bank statement and current credit rating are encouraged.


Due to the overwhelming demand, coupled with supply chain issues and a looming recession, all merchandise is out of stock for the foreseeable future. GESDS encourage patrons to spend in areas of libations and gambling to stimulate the economy.


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