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    • W.A.G.S. 4 Kids Gala 2026

      Dinner With The Dogs

      Good Dogs. Great Company. One Mission.

      Event Info

      Friday, October 23, 2026
      Ariel International Center | Cleveland, Ohio
      Cocktail Hour 5:30 PM | Dinner 7:00 PM

      Join W.A.G.S. 4 Kids for Dinner With The Dogs, our 2026 gala celebrating the children, families, service dogs, puppies, partners, and supporters who make this work possible.

      The best dinners are the ones shared in good company.

      For the families served by W.A.G.S. 4 Kids, a service dog partnership can change daily life in meaningful ways — supporting safety, regulation, confidence, independence, and family life. But those partnerships do not happen alone. They are built through training, trust, patience, and a community willing to show up.

      This year’s gala brings that community together for a warm, fun, mission-centered evening overlooking Lake Erie and Downtown Cleveland.

      Guests will enjoy:

      • Cocktail Reception
      • Dinner, with featured partner details to be announced
      • Special Hoist Cider Release
      • Puppy Meet & Greet
      • Live & Online Auction
      • Kids Mission Paddle Raise

      Our goal is to raise $50,000 to support W.A.G.S. 4 Kids and the life-changing service dog partnerships we provide for children and families.

      Reserve your seat
    • Tickets & Sponsorship

      Individual Tickets
      $90

      Sponsorship Opportunities
      Available beginning at $250

      Complimentary valet parking included.
      Cocktail attire requested.

      Reserve your seat, become a sponsor, or make a gift today.

      Questions? Contact W.A.G.S. 4 Kids at info@wags4kids.org or 216-586-5853.

    • More Ways to Be Part of the Night

      Dinner With The Dogs is more than a seat at the table. Throughout the evening, guests will have several ways to support W.A.G.S. 4 Kids, celebrate our service dog partnerships, and help us reach our $50,000 goal.

      Live & Online Auction

      Dinner With The Dogs will feature both live and online auction opportunities, with a curated selection of items and experiences to support W.A.G.S. 4 Kids.

      Our live auction will take place during the evening program, while online auction bidding will be available for event guests and supporters who cannot attend in person. Additional auction details will be shared closer to the event.

      Browse Auction items

      In-Room Raffles & Games

      Guests can take part in fun, in-room opportunities during cocktail hour and throughout the evening, including:

      Picnic With Your Pup Restaurant Basket Raffle
      Restaurant-sponsored picnic baskets featuring a restaurant-provided food item, treat, or picnic feature, plus a gift card or dining experience, paired with dog-friendly items and a picnic setup.

      Top-Shelf Booze Barrel
      One lucky winner will take home a curated barrel of premium spirits and wine.

      Mystery Prize Pull
      Pay $20 to instantly win one of our surprise packages — no losing tickets.

      Bonus Drawings & Side Games
      Watch for pop-up chances to win throughout the night.

      Kids Mission Paddle Raise

      During the program, guests will be invited to raise their paddles in support of the children and families served by W.A.G.S. 4 Kids. Every gift helps provide the training, support, and service dog partnerships that make greater safety, confidence, and independence possible.

    • Get Involved

      Want to help make the evening a success? We are currently seeking auction items, raffle basket sponsors, event sponsors, and volunteers.

      1

      Donate to the Auction

      We are seeking live and online auction items, experiences, gift cards, baskets, and packages that will help raise funds for W.A.G.S. 4 Kids.

      2

      Sponsor This Event

      Event sponsorships begin at $250 and help underwrite the evening while supporting the service dog partnerships that make greater safety, confidence, and independence possible for W.A.G.S. families.

      View Sponsor Packet

      3

      Volunteer!

      Volunteers help bring the evening to life through event support, guest assistance, raffle and auction help, setup, check-in, and more.

      Sign Up To Volunteer

    • Thank You To Our Sponsors!

      Dinner With The Dogs is made possible by the generous businesses, families, and community partners who choose to stand with W.A.G.S. 4 Kids.

      Sponsor recognition will be updated as commitments are confirmed.

      Big Creek
      Great Lakes Brewing
      Nitebridge Band
      Allstate
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      Bobe Hale Auctioneer
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      Maximum Graphix
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      Hatfield's Goode Grub
      Wild Spork
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      Basil Hayden
      https://www.letsroam.com/
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      El Tesoro
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    • Contact Us

      Questions?

      Or Contact:

      Sera Nelson
      Executive Director

      Email: events@wags4kids.com 
      Phone: 216-586-5853 x2

      Thank you to the W.A.G.S. 4 Kids Gala Committee for their hard work and support

      Eric Brown

      Nick Brumbauch

      Wendy Crann

      Heather Johnson

      Keyan Leroux

      Nick Walczak

      Jennifer trebb

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