Monroe Street Dog Costume Parade 2026

Celebrate Halloween with fellow dog owners in this popular Monroe Street event! All proceeds go to the Dane County Humane Society. Come show off your dog's Halloween finery in our sixth annual Dog Costume Parade, held in conjunction with Trick or Treat on Monroe Street. Dogs in costume (and their owners) gather at Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream at 2531 Monroe Street for a canine treat. The group will then process through Wingra Park before ending at MadCat in Knickerbocker Place, where each ticketed participant will receive a special doggie bag of goodies courtesy of MadCat. Kinga of Radiant Smiles will be doing free dog (or cat!) themed face or arm painting for adults & kids starting at 12:30 at Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream. Please purchase one ticket per dog. Those accompanying a dog do not need a ticket - or to come in costume, although that adds to the fun. Spectators and photographers are welcome in the park! Your registration fee will benefit the Dane County Humane Society. The number of participants is limited, so sign up soon. By purchasing a ticket, you agree to these rules: all dogs must be held or kept on a leash, and owners are fully liable for any injury or damage caused by their pet. Please plan to dispose of waste properly.