Bow Wow Ween 2026 - Pembroke Pines Pups Get Ready To Howl At Halloween Fun

The City of Pembroke Pines will host this year’s spooktacular celebration on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Noon at the Officer Craig Rupp K-9 Dog Park, 9751 Johnson Street, Pembroke Pines, Florida 33024. The free community event promises a morning filled with costumes, games, treats, prizes and plenty of tail-wagging fun for local dogs and their owners.

Whether your pup arrives dressed as a frightening phantom, a famous character, a superhero, a pumpkin or something completely unexpected, Bow Wow Ween offers an opportunity for pets and their people to celebrate Halloween together.

The event is open to all ages and dogs, and admission is free.

A Howling Good Time for the Whole Family

Bow Wow Ween has become a popular annual tradition for Pembroke Pines pet lovers, giving the community a chance to gather with their furry companions for a festive morning at the dog park.

During the event, dogs can enjoy the open dog park, while water stations will help keep thirsty pups refreshed. Treats, giveaways and a variety of vendors offering dog-related products and services will also be available throughout the morning.

For those looking to add a little friendly competition to their Halloween celebration, the highlight of the event will be the series of costume contests. Dogs of all sizes are encouraged to participate, with several categories designed to showcase everything from adorable looks to imaginative creations.

Pet owners are encouraged to bring their dogs dressed for the occasion and ready to strut their stuff.

Get Those Costumes Ready

The costume contests will take place throughout the morning, giving plenty of pups a chance to take center stage.

The schedule includes:

• 10:00 a.m. — Mr. and Miss Bow Wow Ween

• 10:15 a.m. — Funniest Costume

• 10:30 a.m. — Cutest Costume

• 11:00 a.m. — Most Original Costume

• 11:30 a.m. — Best Family Costume

From classic Halloween characters to clever homemade creations, the contests are expected to bring out some of the most imaginative costumes in the community. The Best Family Costume category also gives owners a chance to coordinate their own Halloween looks with their canine companions.

With prizes, games and plenty of photo-worthy moments, organizers are encouraging residents to make a morning of it and celebrate the Halloween season with their pets.

A Community Tradition

Beyond the costumes and contests, Bow Wow Ween is designed as a community gathering where residents can connect with neighbors while enjoying time outdoors with their dogs.

Events such as Bow Wow Ween also provide a chance for local pet owners to discover products, services and resources available for their four-legged family members. With vendors on hand and activities taking place throughout the morning, there will be plenty for both humans and hounds to explore.

And, of course, no Halloween celebration would be complete without a few memorable costumes. From tiny pups to big dogs, every size and personality is welcome at this year’s celebration.

Enter the Contest

Costume contest applications are now open for those ready to put their pup in the Halloween spotlight.

Pet owners can apply online through the official contest application form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeLDWU-MBNHOBJZNWsKsvdZQpxFfQfcQhpnCerg965IrGrvNg/viewform?pli=1

Residents looking for additional information about Bow Wow Ween can contact the City of Pembroke Pines Special Events Office at: (954) 392-2116.

With a free admission, a dog-friendly setting and a morning packed with Halloween-themed fun, the 14th Annual Bow Wow Ween is set to give Pembroke Pines families a chance to celebrate the season with their favorite furry friends.

So dust off those capes, polish those paws and get the costumes ready. On October 3, the dogs of Pembroke Pines will have their chance to howl, strut and steal the Halloween spotlight.

Stay Connected With Pembroke Pines

Residents can keep up with upcoming city events, programs and activities through several City of Pembroke Pines communication channels. The community can subscribe to Pembroke Pines Media on YouTube, sign up for the NewsFlash monthly digital newsletter, read the city’s digital newspaper City Connect, or visit the city’s website at: www.ppines.com.

Residents can also follow the City of Pembroke Pines on Facebook and on Social Media through: @cityofppines on X and Instagram. Pembroke Pines Media programming is also available to Comcast subscribers on Channel 78.

For local families and their canine companions, Bow Wow Ween offers the perfect excuse to embrace the Halloween spirit — with a little extra fur, four paws and plenty of tail-wagging along the way.