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
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- 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).
