Wag Your Way Through Summer in Burlington Downtown

A Dog-Friendly Downtown Adventure

Summer is even better when shared with your best friend and we’re not just talking about your human friends.

Introducing Wag Your Way Through Summer: The Downtown Dog Passport, a free mobile experience designed for dog lovers and their four-legged companions to explore Burlington Downtown together all season long.

From waterfront strolls and pet-friendly patios to local shops, treats, and hidden gems, this passport is your invitation to discover all the places where pups are welcome. Whether you’re stopping for a coffee, enjoying lunch on a patio, shopping local, or simply taking in the sights and sounds of downtown, there are plenty of opportunities to make memories with your furry friend along the way.

More Than Just a Walk

The Wag Your Way Through Summer Passport is about encouraging people to spend time outdoors, connect with local businesses, and experience Burlington Downtown in a new way. Whether you’re a lifelong resident or visiting for the day, the passport offers plenty of reasons to get outside, support local, and enjoy the season together.

Because some of the best summer memories aren’t made at home, they’re made with muddy paws, wagging tails, and a few unexpected discoveries along the way.

Grab the leash, gather your favourite walking companion, and get ready to wag your way through summer in Burlington Downtown.

A Tail-Wagging Adventure Awaits

This isn’t just about checking in at locations, it’s about discovering all the places that welcome dogs and the people who love them.

Using a free digital passport, participants can check in at participating locations throughout Burlington Downtown. Along the way, you may uncover exclusive offers, special treats, dog-friendly experiences, and new favourite spots for both you and your pup.

From morning coffee runs to evening patio visits, every stop becomes part of the adventure.

Because let’s be honest, dogs make every outing more fun.

Made for Pups and Their People

For dog owners, it’s a great excuse to get outside and explore somewhere new. For visitors, it’s a fun way to discover Burlington Downtown’s welcoming and pet-friendly atmosphere. And for local residents, it’s the perfect opportunity to revisit familiar streets through the eyes (and nose) of your furry best friend.

The passport is flexible and self-guided, allowing participants to explore at their own pace all summer long. Whether you’re stopping at one location or making a full day of it, every adventure counts.

Supporting Local, One Paw at a Time

At its heart, the Wag Your Way Through Summer Passport is all about celebrating local businesses and creating memorable experiences in Burlington Downtown.

Every patio visited, every shop explored, and every check-in completed helps support the businesses that make our downtown vibrant, welcoming, and unique.

And who knows? Your dog might just discover a new favourite spot before you do.

Check-ins and earn 500 points to be entered into a random draw for one of three $50 Burlington Downtown gift cards.

Earn 100 points just for downloading the pass today!

The Wag your Way Through Summer Passport runs June 29 – July 29, 2026.

Download your pass here!

Pass FAQ available here: Page 1 & Page 2 (Participants) and Page 1 (Businesses)