A ruff-tastic time awaits all at the Mystic Krewe of Ruffus Dog Paw-rade! Calling all furry divas and princes to dress as your favorite fairy tale icon! Walk with your human or ride in your decorated carriage and soak up the adoration of the canine-loving crowds! Strike a pose for the esteemed Costume Contest judges and stroll around the Festival of Dogs to partake of food trucks and vendors!

​​The 2026 theme is “Fairy Tails: The Wondrous and the Wicked”. Costumes are required! Parade participants/teams will be assigned a number and will have a chance to win one of several puppalicious prizes in the costume contest.
The first 30 dog/human combos to sign up will receive a complimentary “wag bag”.

The festival and watching the parade are free and open to the public. Participation in the parade and costume contest requires a ticket purchase.