Blessing of the Animals

Celebrate the Feast of Saint Francis along Flagler Avenue with Blessing of the Animals alongside Coronado Community United Methodist Church. Mark the Feast of Saint Francis with a full afternoon of pet‑friendly activities along Flagler Avenue hosted by Coronado Community United Methodist Church and the Flagler Avenue Business Association. Date & Location Saturday, October 3, 2026 Coronado Community Methodist Church (CCUMC) 201 South Peninsula Avenue (corner of Flagler & Peninsula) Free parking available at CCUMC. Event Schedule • All Day: Charity Shopping at participating Flagler Avenue retail shops. 10% of pre‑tax sales benefit the CCUMC Pet Ministry. • 2:00 PM: Free registration opens at the Flagler Avenue Beach Approach Boardwalk. • 2:30 PM: Coronado Pet Cavalcade walk down Flagler Avenue to CCUMC. • 3:00 PM: Welcome and Blessing of the Animals. • 4:00–6:00 PM: Pints and Paws fundraiser at participating Flagler Avenue hospitality businesses. Registration Free registration for all pets. Pet party favors available for the first 200 onsite pets. Register on Eventbrite or scan the QR code provided in promotional materials. Who Can Participate All pets are welcome — including photos of pets that don’t travel well, are still learning their best behavior, or have passed. Donations CCUMC will be collecting pet supplies and pet food during the event. Organizer Information Flagler Avenue Business Association (FABA) Coronado Community United Methodist Church (CCUMC)