JOIN US FOR UTAH'S
ANNUAL
GOLDEN GAIT GATHERING
September 26, 2026
9am-1pm
Draper Park
12609 S 1300 E, Draper, UT 84020
COMMUNITY EVENT
RAISING AWARENESS FOR MENTAL HEALTH & DISABILITIES
Walk-A-Thon Fundraiser for
Bringing together Golden Retrievers — families, dog lovers, and communities from all over the country will gather for one unforgettable purpose: to shine a light on mental health and disabilities through the healing power of dogs.
Golden Gait Gathering isn’t just a fun day in the park; it’s a movement filled with wagging tails, laughter, connection, and hope. Every step walked, every paw print made, and every smile shared helps support the mission of Golden Healers to bring comfort, companionship, and life-changing support to individuals facing mental health challenges and disabilities.
It’s a chance to celebrate the incredible bond between people and dogs while making a real difference — proving that sometimes healing begins with a wagging tail and a community coming together for something bigger than themselves!
ALL SERVICE DOGS & THERAPY DOGS ARE ALSO WELCOME!
EVERYONE IS WELCOME TO PARTICIPATE IN THE WALK-A-THON
WITH OR WITHOUT A DOG!
FUNDRAISING GOAL
EVERY DOLLAR MAKES A DIFFERENCE!
Can’t make it to our event but want to support our Amazing cause?
Help us reach our Fundraising Goal and Donate below!
SPECIAL EVENTS
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GOLDEN GAIT VIP PASS $100Includes Park Entrance, Walk-A-Thon, Access to all Activities, Event T-shirt, Dog Bandana, Gift Bag & Meal Ticket) (*Excludes Golden Art Gala & Puppy Yoga)
- GOLDEN GAIT WALK-A-THON $25-$35
Walk-a-Thon Child or Adult Ticket - Walk With Your Golden around Draper Park (Includes Event T-Shirt & Dog Bandana)
- GOLDEN PUPPY YOGA $25
Enjoy some fun puppy loves and kisses while doing some mental healing time..(Classes start at 8:00am, 9:00am &10:00am & are 30 min puppy yoga sessions with additional 15 min puppy play & photo time - Class size is limited and will fill up fast so get your tickets now!
- GOLDEN ART GALA $15
Your choice of Face Painting, Dog Painting, or Your Golden creating art with its tongue and nose to paint a beautiful masterpiece.
- GOLDEN GAIT SWAGGER CONTEST $5
Walk the Red Carpet and show off your Golden's swaggering Gait. Let's see who has the best Golden Gait out there!
- GOLDEN BUBBLE BASH $5
Bubbles, bubbles, bubbles! Your Golden will love playing and chasing all the bubbles floating through the park.
- GOLDEN BOBBING FOR BONES $5
Inside a pool full of balls, your Golden will dive in to find all the milk bones it can get.
- GOLDEN SPLASH PAD $5
Cool off and have fun splashing around with your Golden in our splash pads.
- GOLDEN PAW AWARDS FREE
Is your Golden the Best in Show? Best Groomed? Fastest? Friendliest? Smartest? Our judges will be watching and awarding the winners.
- GOLDEN SCENT WORK COMP $5
See a live demo from a professional scent dog trainer and let your Golden give it a try.
- GOLDEN AGILITY COURSE $5
See a live demo from professional a dog agility trainer and let your Golden give it a try on a course
- GOLDEN OBEDIENCE & RALLY $5
See a live demo from a professional dog obedience & rally trainer and let your Golden give it a try on a course.
- GOLDEN TRICKS CLASS $5
See a live demo from a professional tricks dog trainer and let your Golden give it a try.
- GOLDEN GAIT FAST CAT RACE $5
Watch your Golden race for the Gold in this fun, timed chase after the SwiftPaws lure course.
- GOLDEN RACE $5
Watch your dog race for the Gold in this fun, timed chase
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR
AMAZING SPONSORS
GOLD EVENT SPONSORS
HONARARY EVENT SPONSORS
CHECK OUT OUR AWESOME VENDORS
The Golden Life
SJ Childs Global Network
I love you bro project
Utah Coalition Against Sexual Assault (UCASA)
Peak wellness & nutrition
Dogtown Pet Spa + Resort
The Complete K9
Pawsitive Candle Co
IFA Draper
Tail Wags Rescue
Utah Fresh Air
VEG ER for Pets
DonorConnect
Golden Bliss Companions
Larkin
CAPPALA
True Self Counseling
Beacon Therapy of Utah
Paws and Co Collective
Madison House Autism Foundation
Ascending Pets
Hidden Gem Healing
Sunnyside Goldens
FOOD VENDORS
GGG
EVENT SCHEDULE
CHECK-IN 9:00AM-9:30AM
GOLDEN GAIT WALK-A-THON 10:00AM - 10:30AM
GOLDEN RETRIEVER GROUP PHOTO 10:00AM
SPEAKERS/CLASSES 10:30AM - 1:00PM
ACTIVITIES 10:30AM - 1:00PM
VENDOR BOOTHS - 9:ooAm-1:00pm
Food trucks - 9:ooAm-1:00pm
RAFFLE DRAWING
Purchase Raffle Tickets for your chance to win fantastic prizes from local businesses.
GIFT BASKET/CERTIFICATES
GIFT BASKET/CERTIFICATE
GIFT CERTIFICATE
GIFT BASKET
F.A.Q
Guests
The Golden Gait Gathering will be held at Draper Park, in Draper, Utah. The main events will be at the West Ball fields and South Pavilion.
12609 S 1300 E, Draper, UT 84020
It is open to everyone to come and enjoy.
Parking is available throughout the park and side roads around the park and surrounding neighborhoods
V.I.P Passes can be purchased and will receive access to all the special activities, a meal ticket, plus a special gift package.
Accomodations for out of state visitors are available at our sponsored hotels.
Vendors
The Golden Gait Gathering is not possible without the support from our vendors.
Share your business with 100’s of Golden Retriever lovers and community leaders.
Share your message and provide awareness of your nonprofits vision and goals.
Would you like to be a Volunteer at the Golden Gait Gathering? Sign Up Now!
SPONSORS
Be the Top Dog at our event. The Gold Medallion. This Sponsor level is $15,000
There are 2 spots available for the Silver Sponsor. $10,000
There are 3 spots available for the Bronze Sponsor. $5,000
Honorary Sponsor spots are available starting at $2500
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