Pet Parade

On August 15th, kids 16 and under take to the streets of downtown Olympia decked out in costumes, with animals in tow and their hearts filled with excitement and joy. Pet Parade is free and draws more than 1,000 kids and pets -- everything from dogs and cats to gerbils and llamas.

Prizes are awarded in numerous categories. Over the years, costumes and categories have changed, but the idea remains the same – fun and creativity for kids and families.

Pet Parade Basics

We will be accepting donations of unopened cans and bags of pet food in Heritage Park. All donations will go directly to Thurston County Animal Services.

Date:
Saturday, August 15, 2009

Place:
Starts in Heritage Park
Ends in Sylvester Park

Time:
Lineup begins at 8 a.m.
Parade starts at 10 a.m.

Judging
8:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. (Heritage Park)
All division prizes awarded by 9:30 a.m.
Grand prizes announced at 11:30 a.m. at Sylvester Park.

Categories:
Pets, Wheels, Impersonations, Big Dogs, Little Dogs and Floats.

Contact
Call Tammy or Misty at 360-754-5420.

No need to register... just show up, pets, kids and all. After the parade there will be free ice cream and goodie bags at Sylvester Park.

No motorized or battery operated vehicles are permitted in the parade (except those assisting disabled persons).

No commercial entries or politicking.