Holiday Pet Paw-rade and Market
'Tis the season for jingling and barking all the way with the first annual Royal Palm Neighborhood Holiday Pet Paw-rade and Market on Sunday, December 18th from 2 - 5 p.m. at Royal Palm Park. Deck the paws with your pups and get into the spirit with your holiday gear. Also, enjoy live music, holiday pet costume contest, pet photos with Santa, 20+ pet-related vendors, food trucks and lots of pupfastic fun with your neighbors. Come to watch, participate or shop local!
Paw-rade and Costume Contest Check-In: 2:00 p.m.
Holiday Pet Market: 2:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Paw-rade Start: 2:45 p.m.
The Paw-rade is open to all ages. There is a suggested donation of $5-$10 to register for the Paw-rade and Costume Contest. The donation will benefit two non-profit animal organizations - Altered Tails and Arizona Humane Society Sunnyslope Campus.
Each pet should be accompanied by at least one adult handler. Prepare to unleash the holiday cheer in Royal Palm Neighborhood with your furry friends!
Holiday Pet Costume Contest
Festively-attired critters can also compete for bragging rights and prizes in fun costume contest categories. Each entry is automatically eligible for a chance to win one of our Contest Categories. Winners will be selected and announced immediately following the Pet Paw-rade. Judges’ decision is final.
Pet Costume Categories:
Best Holiday Cheer
Best Festival Pair (Owner/Pet)
Cutest Pet
Most Outrageous Costume
Best Group Costume
Best in Show
*Important: Participants are expected to practice responsible pet ownership. All dogs must be leashed and licensed. Come prepared to clean up after your pet and bring waste bags. Please keep the comfort and safety of your pet in mind and bring water.*
Interested in sponsoring, having a free vendor table, volunteering at or donating to the 2022 Holiday Pet Paw-rade and Market? Sign up here.