The cutest event on the Carnival calendar is back! Paw Parade transforms Queens Park into a sea of wagging tails, happy faces and pups in a-dawg-able costumes. Free to attend and fun for the whole family, market stalls, doggie activities and a very enthusiastic crowd of dog fans await.
Have a dog who loves to be the star of the show? Register them to enter the parade and unleash their inner superstar!
This event is pet friendly! Dogs must remain on a leash at all times.
Prizes are up for grabs in each of our cute canine categories:
– Best flower-inspired outfit
– Little paws (kids 12 & under + doggie partners)
– Pet and owner lookalikes
– Senior sweetheart (dogs over 9)
Paw Parade Registration
Your Paw Parade registration includes entry into the event for one (1) dog in one (1) parade category. You can register your dog in up to two (2) parade categories. Registrations are open until 5pm on 20 Sept, or until sold out. Each registration includes a special gift for your four-legged fashionista!
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📌 General Event Knowledge Understand what the Paw Parade is — a family-friendly, dog-themed outdoor event featuring a parade, costume/category contests, market stalls, and activities for dogs and owners. Identify event nature & audience: free to attend, open to all ages, pet-friendly, and designed for dog lovers and families. 📋 Registration & Entry Rules Know registration details: one registration = one dog in one category; may enter up to 2 categories. Be aware of deadline & capacity: registration closes 5 PM, 20 September, or earlier if sold out. Recognize registration benefit: each registered dog receives a special gift. 🏆 Contest Categories & Awards Name and describe the four prize categories: Best flower-inspired outfit Little paws (children 12 & under + their dog) Pet and owner lookalikes Senior sweetheart (dogs aged 9 years and older) 🦺 Safety & Pet Etiquette Learn the key rule: all dogs must be kept on a leash at all times. Understand responsibility — owners are expected to manage their pets appropriately in a public setting. 📍 Venue, Facilities & Accessibility Recognize event setup: outdoors on grass at Queens Park. Identify available amenities: seating, food (for humans and dogs), street parking, on-site toilets, and accessible bathrooms nearby. Note practical considerations — plan accordingly for an outdoor, grass-surface environment. ✅ Planning & Decision-Making Skills Compare attending vs. registering: free spectator entry vs. paid/registered contest entry. Plan ahead by noting deadlines, categories, and venue conditions before deciding to join. Understand limitations and requirements (leash policy, category limits, registration cut-off) to prepare appropriately.