Dogs of all shapes and sizes can bring their “people” to the City of Pembroke Pines pet-friendly and free event, the 7th Annual Bow Wow Ween. This year’s event will take place on Saturday, October 12, 2019 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The K-9 Officer Craig Rupp Dog Park located at 9751 Johnson Street (just east of Palm Ave.). There will be a costume contest for all sizes and different categories, games, prizes, and pet related vendors. For the costume contest, walk-ins are welcome, or applications can be completed in advance to participate. Categories include Best Family Costume, Funniest Costume, Scariest Costume, Cutest Costume and Most Original Costume. Miss Bow Wow Ween 2019 will also be crowned on this special day. The winner will receive a crown and sash, along with a prize basket valued at over $100.
The Miss Bow Wow Ween contest takes place at 10 a.m. with awards being given out at 10:30 a.m.; the Funniest Costume Contest is at 10:30 a.m. with awards at 11 a.m.; Scariest Costume at 11 a.m. with awards at 11:30 a.m.; Cutest Costume at 11:30 a.m. with awards at noon; Most Original Costume at Noon and awards at 12:30 p.m. and Best Family Costume at 12:30 p.m. with awards at 12:45 p.m. Applications to enter the contest can be obtained HERE or by contacting the Special Events office at 954-392-2116. Vendors interested in participating are encouraged to sign up and be a part of this paws-itively exciting time.