Celebrate Pride – a celebration for ALL – including your pets! Bring your pup to Manhattan West Plaza on Saturday, June 8 from 12-3PM for a colorful afternoon of fabulous activities and treats. In addition, you and your pup can participate in our “Walk of Pride” catwalk contest and show your pride for a chance to win fun prizes. Festive attire for you and your furry friend is encouraged – or pick up a rainbow bandana upon your arrival.
RSVP below on Eventbrite to receive event reminders and updates! Walk-ins are welcome and all admission to the event is based on available space. Complete the waiver ahead of time to ensure a fast check-in and receive a free collapsible water bowl upon entry, while supplies last
SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES:
1:30PM: “Walk of Pride” Catwalk Contest – It’s “dress to impress” for proud pups and their favorite humans. You and your dog can walk the catwalk and show off your unique style and pride, for a chance to win fun prizes. PRIZES will be awarded for two categories: Most Pride: Dog, and Most Pride: Prideful Pair (Dog & Human).
Ongoing (12-3PM):
+ Pup Psychic – See into your dog’s future – or past! Our psychics will perform tarot readings for your pup.
+ Pet Reiki for Healing – Have your dog experience the many powers of Reiki, from physical healing to using sources of energy to better connect with your pooch.
+ Pup-a-razzi Photo Op – Capture an Instagrammable moment as you and your pup pose alongside a variety of icons—including RuPaul, Beyonce, and Dorothy & Toto from the Wizard of Oz—among others.
+ Paw-Traits of Pride – While experiencing our photo opportunity with your pup, professional photographers from Spot My Photo will be on hand to capture your photo. Portraits can then be accessed digitally or printed onsite.
+ Local BARK-et of Treats – Stroll our amazing doggie treats market full of organic and health-minded snacks and treats that not only support your dog’s health but also showcase NYC’s incredible community of local producers. All treats are free, while supplies last.
+ Soundtrack for the afternoon by Softee (they/them), a DJ, pop star, and actor based in Brooklyn.