Poodle Day

Poodle Day is an annual event in Carmel, California, that unites poodle owners and lovers--and their furry companions--for a fun-filled day, which includes a parade for poodles, poodle mixes, and their human companions, off-leash beach play, as well as evening cocktail parties. In addition to being one of California's premier vacation destinations, Carmel consistently ranks as one of Dog Fancy's top ten most dog-friendly cities in America.

Proceeds from Poodle Day benefit NorCal Poodle Rescue, which has been a haven for poodles and poodle mixes in need in Northern California and Southern Oregon for over 30 years. NorCal's philosophy is to help poodles while also enriching the lives of the people who adopt them.

Parade Info

• The parade event opens on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at 8:15 am & parade starts around 9:30 am
• Piper: Michel d’Avenas
• Announcers: Lisa Elliott (MC) and Don Rose (Parade Announcer)
• Registration fee: $60
• Cancelation fee: $20 per transaction (not per dog)
• The maximum number of dogs at the event is 500
• Last day to register: October 1, 2024 by end of the day PDT.
• Last day to cancel: September 23, 2024.  After that please contact us at [email protected] for a tax receipt.
• Location: Crossroads Shopping Center, 243 Crossroads Boulevard, CA 93923 – View detailed event map

We require acceptance of our terms and conditions when registering to participate in the Poodle Day Parade. Registered guests must walk in order by their number. If you wish to walk with someone, then please note the name of the person in your registration or contact us if they have their own registration. We will do our best to put you right after each other if you are in the same category. Be on time, we do not announce late attendees. Latecomers are welcome to walk at the end of the parade with no announcement.