SUNDAY, OCT. 27
The annual Haute Dog Howl’oween Dog Parade is in full tail-swish with more than 500 costume-clad furry friends expected to strut—humans in tow—through Marina Vista Park this year.
Organized by community activist Justin Rudd and his nonprofit Community Action Team (C.A.T., the irony), the parade, now in its 19th year, draws thousands of pet owners and dogless spectators alike. The procession is free to watch, but for ample viewing, you can purchase a front-row seat for $5.
Think you and your pup has what it takes to win best in show? You can enter the parade costume contest for 10 bones (in advance) and vie for your chance to win a year’s supply of dog food. Also on site will be a photo booth where you can pose with your pooch to commemorate the occasion.
Another great thing: All proceeds collected from the event will be donated to local spay/neuter clinics.
Giving us a moment’s “paws”: While this is technically a dog parade, last year there were two pigs and a rooster in attendance. Hmmm, we’re feeling alpaca.
The parade commences at 2:30 p.m. at the Marina Vista Park (5355 E Eliot St.) on the corner of Colorado St. and Santiago Ave. To register you and your pet in the parade or reserve a front-row seat, click here. For more information visit Justin Rudd’s website, here.