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Howloween Dog Photos & Costume Contest

Howloween Dog Photos & Costume Contest

Sunday, October 27, 2024 at 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Forest Theater

Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

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Come support Max's and pets in a health crisis at the 5th Annual Max's Helping Paws Foundation Howl-o-Ween Fundraiser!

If you love to show how "fashion-forward" your pup can be while supporting a wonderful local animal welfare nonprofit, Max's Helping Paws, this is the event to attend!

We Bring You HOWL-O-WEEN ‘24!

• Red carpet runway for dog/owner costume contest participants
• Panel of Dog-Loving Judges
• Large Stage with nonslip ramp for dogs of all ages
• Spacious setting with seating for everyone, including grass area for your dog.
• Participants need to purchase a ticket, event is free to attend & watch. (pets not required to be attendee).
• Live music, local vendors, and more!
• Enter the contest for one of several WONDERFUL prizes, or just enjoy observing all the incredible costumes!
• Professional photo opportunity of your pup, by none other than local photographer Liz Stavrinides, owner of LoveDog & Co, author of Miracle Dogs and Extraordinary Dogs.
• Winner in each category will be entered into Best of SHOW
• Howloween Grand Prize, winner chosen by the audience!

ENTRANCE CATEGORIES

• Scariest Costume
• Most Adorable
• Best Kid & Dog Duo
• Best Handmade

SCHEDULE

While anyone can come and watch, the MOST fun is when you participate!

• 11:00 - 12:00 - Photos with LoveDog + Co. , Live Music, Light Refreshments, Pet Related Vendors
• 12:00 - Kid Friendly-Magic Show
• 1:00 - Costume Contest