We’re teaming up with Bowie CLAW (Citizens for Local Animal Welfare) charity organization to bring you a tail-wagging good time at our Howl-O-Ween Fest dog costume event! Bring your dog dressed in their most creative, funny, or spooky costume and enjoy a day filled with laughter, doggie games, photo ops, and delicious treats.
This event is free to attend. If you would like your dog to participate, registering your pup for just $10 gets them extra goodies and a chance to compete in contests for trophies and other prizes!
All proceeds from this event will go directly to supporting the animals and programs of Bowie CLAW🐶
🎉 Event Highlights
Pet-Safe Houseplants & Animal Control Safety Talks (10:00–10:30 AM)
Doggie Pie-Eating Contest (10:30–11:00 AM) – small, medium, and large categories, with winners taking home a special prize!
10:30 – 10:35: Small Dog Category
10:40 – 10:45: Medium Dog Category
10:50 – 10:55: Large Dog Category
Costume Contest Categories & Walk Times (11:15 AM–1:00 PM):
11:15 – 11:30: Scariest Costume
11:45 – 12:00: Best Group Costume
12:15 – 12:30: Best Handmade Costume
12:45 – 1:00: Funniest Costume
1:00 – 1:30: Judges debate and announce the winners, including Best In Show
Category winners receive a trophy and professional framed photo
🎟️ Drawings & Giveaways
Gift Basket Drawings: Winners will be announced throughout the day
50/50: One winner will be announced at the end of this event (the winner must be present to collect their prize)
⚠️ Important Notes
Registration fees are non-refundable. One $10 registration fee is required per dog.
***This outdoor event is rain or shine. Should rain occur, the event will remain outside, but will be under a covered area.***
Once we receive your registration fee, you will be sent a Google Form to fill out to complete your registration. This form must be filled out before the start of the event.
Proof of up-to-date rabies vaccination is required. Dogs without proof will not be allowed to participate.
Dogs must remain leashed at all times during the event.
Any dog exhibiting continual aggressive behavior will be asked to leave for the safety of all attendees.
Each participating dog may only compete in one costume contest category and one pie eating contest (determined by size).
An RSVP is not required to attend this event, but helps us to prepare. This is a free event to attend. Registration fee(s) are only required for participating dog(s).
