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Howl-o-ween Dog Photos and Costume Contest Fundraiser
August 26, 2024 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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
- Most Creative
- Best Handmade
SCHEDULE While anyone can come and watch, the MOST fun is when you participate!
- 11:00 – 1:00 PM Dog Photos with Love Dog & Co
- 1:00 PM Costume Contest and Prizes
PLEASE NOTE: New day and time to avoid any other weekend conflicts.
Max’s Helping Paws (www.maxshelpingpaws.org) is a financial lifeline for Monterey County pet families with a pet in a health crisis. Your donation will be tax deductible. Max’s is a 501c3 nonprofit, Tax ID 81-2990529.
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