Dog Days of Summer Returns This August
If your dog has been side-eyeing your suitcase all summer, now is the time to finally pack them in. Omni La Costa Resort & Spa in Carlsbad is rolling out the welcome mat for four-legged guests with the return of its annual Dog Days of Summer. This two-week celebration of pet-friendly programming runs Aug. 16-31, 2026. Timed to coincide with National Dog Month, the event is bigger than ever this year. They’re blending chef-driven dining, outdoor movie nights, wellness activities and tail-wagging social gatherings across the resort’s 400 Spanish Mission-style acres.
Guests who book the Dog Days of Summer package receive 30 percent off their stay, waived pet fees, discounted self-parking, a reduced resort charge and full access to the resort’s calendar of dog-friendly programming throughout their visit.
Two Signature Events Open to the Public
Beyond the exclusive programming available to resort guests and La Costa Members, two marquee events are open to the wider community.
The first is Pupcorn & Pawjamas Outdoor Movie Night, a complimentary evening under the stars at Valley Promenade on Friday, Aug. 21, from 7-9 p.m. Guests are encouraged to arrive in matching pajamas with their pups, with prizes going to the best-dressed owner-and-pet duo. RSVPs are available through Ticket Tailor.
The second is the Chef & Four-Legged Friends Dinner. This elegant four-course al fresco dining experience on the Legends Lawn on Sunday, Aug. 30, from 6-8 p.m. The dinner, part of the resort’s acclaimed Chef & Friends Culinary Collab Series, was thoughtfully curated by the property’s culinary team. It features gourmet meals for owners alongside a parallel menu prepared just for their dogs. Tickets are $99 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Want to enjoy drinks while attending? There’s an optional wine pairing available for an additional $30 per person. Tickets can be purchased through Ticket Tailor.
The four-course menu for guests opens with Hamachi Crudo with yuzu kosho, cucumber, avocado mousse, compressed melon, lime pearls and lemon oil, paired with Sauvignon Blanc. The second course is Chilled Sweet Corn Velouté with crispy chicken oysters, roasted corn, cilantro and chili crunch, paired with Chardonnay. The third course features Prime Beef Tenderloin with potato pavé, heirloom squash, roasted maitake mushrooms, confit tomato and summer truffle jus, paired with Pinot Noir. Dessert is La Costa Honey Cake with grilled peaches, sour cream frosting and toasted pecans, paired with Prosecco.
Pups are not left out. Their parallel menu includes Yellowtail Bites, a Chicken Garden Bowl, Beef & Sweet Potato Medallions and a Banana & Peanut Butter Oat Cake.
A Full Calendar of Pet-Friendly Experiences
Resort guests and La Costa Members will have exclusive access to an expanded lineup of daily programming throughout the two weeks. Each Saturday and Sunday at 9 a.m., Sniff & Stroll offers guided pack walks through the resort grounds departing from the Plaza Fountain. On Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m., Zum-Paw brings an energetic fitness class designed for owners and their dogs. Pup Social rounds out the recurring programming, featuring the resort’s signature Scoop Social cart and special pet-friendly treats. Dog-friendly menus are available at participating resort restaurants, and decorated pet treats can be picked up at Marketplace.
About Omni La Costa Resort & Spa
Originally conceived as a playground for celebrities and athletes, Omni La Costa Resort & Spa completed a top-to-bottom renovation in 2024 and today welcomes guests with more than 600 guestrooms, suites and villas, 170,000 square feet of meeting and event space, an Athletic Club, and eight pools including an adults-only retreat and exhilarating waterslides. Two championship golf courses and a state-of-the-art practice facility anchor the resort’s sporting offerings, while the 43,000-square-foot Spa at La Costa features a private pool, waterfall showers, a café and a therapeutic reflexology path. Acclaimed on-property restaurants include Bob’s Steak & Chop House, VUE and Bar Traza.
To learn more or reserve a stay, visit omnihotels.com/hotels/san-diego-la-costa or call 760.438.9111.
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa
2100 Costa Del Mar Rd
Carlsbad, CA 92009
760.438.9111
Q&A:
Q: When is Dog Days of Summer at Omni La Costa Resort & Spa?
A: Dog Days of Summer runs Aug. 16-31, 2026 at Omni La Costa Resort & Spa in Carlsbad.
Q: Is Dog Days of Summer open to the public or only resort guests?
A: Most programming is exclusive to resort guests and La Costa Members, but two signature events are open to the community: the Pupcorn & Pawjamas Outdoor Movie Night on Aug. 21 and the Chef & Four-Legged Friends Dinner on Aug. 30.
Q: How much does the Dog Days of Summer package cost?
A: The package includes 30 percent off your stay, waived pet fees, discounted self-parking and a reduced resort charge. The Chef & Four-Legged Friends Dinner is ticketed separately at $99 per person, plus tax and gratuity, with an optional wine pairing for an additional $30 per person.
Q: What dog-friendly activities are included for resort guests?
A: Resort guests and La Costa Members have access to Sniff & Stroll guided pack walks on Saturdays and Sundays at 9 a.m., Zum-Paw fitness classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m., Pup Social with the resort’s signature Scoop Social cart, dog-friendly menus at participating restaurants and decorated pet treats at Marketplace.
Q: How do I book a stay or get more information?
A: Visit omnihotels.com/hotels/san-diego-la-costa or call 760.438.9111.
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