Pet Costume Contest Archives

6 Annual Barks & Boos Howl-O-Ween Pawty

September 30, 2025

Sunday, Oct 18 • 12–4 PM
Costume Contest – you can sign up day of, and the contest will start right at 2 PM

They’ve got the booze—you bring the 4-legged boo’s!

Come costumed, come hungry, and come ready to pawty.

The Deets:

Costume Contest — 5 categories with prizes:
–>Best DIY/Handmade
–>Best Group/Pack (2+ dogs or multi-dog family)
–>Best Last-Minute Costume
–>Best Pop-Culture Reference (movies/TV/music)
–>Most Creative/Original

Vendor Village — Shop local pet + human goodies

Photos by Emma Conrady — Snap that spooky-cute portrait

Games & Activities

Food & Drink Specials — Festive sips + bites all day

Selfie Station — Halloween-themed backdrop for you + your pup

Good to Know:
• 18+ humans only.
• Friendly, vaccinated pups welcome.
• New here? Create an account in our portal and upload vaccines before you come.
• Day passes/memberships available at check-in.

RSVP, tag your pack, and we’ll see you (and your boo!) on Oct 18.

Paws in the Patch – Dog Days & Costume Contest

September 29, 2025

Paws in the Patch – Dog Days at Ditmars + Costume Contest!
Join us on Sunday, October 26th, from 11am to 2pm for a the only day we allow your furry friends to romp around the orchard, all while supporting a great cause.
This event benefits the Council Bluff’s Midlands Humane Society, and we’ll be giving out some fantastic prizes!

Event Details:
Registration/Check-in: 11am at the Admission Booth outside
Costume Contest Begins: 12pm
Winners Announced: 1pm
We’re giving out pawesome 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes for both the winning pups and their humans!

More to Enjoy:
Vendors: We’ll have local vendors on-site, including the amazing dog (& cat!) treat connoisseurs from Council Bluffs’s own Honey’s Yummies. So even if you don’t win a prize, you can still snag some delicious goodies to take home!
The amazing sisters of ZenSage Crystals will also be back at the orchard – even your furry friends’ need some energy alignment!
We will also have Knots of Bows out here showcasing their adorable bowties & bows for your special furry friends!

Live Music: Enjoy a performance by the talented Hector Anchondo, 1 – 4pm.

Adoptions Available:
Don’t have a dog to dress up? No problem! The Midlands Humane Society will be on-site with information about volunteering and available dogs looking for their forever homes.

Food and Drink:
We’ll have options for food and drinks (both alcoholic & non-alcoholic) available outside for all the humans. **Please note that dogs are not allowed inside, but they are more than welcome to join the fun outside!

Admission & How to Register for Costume Contest:
Admission is just $10 for your pup (includes registration for the costume contest if checked), with all proceeds going to the Midlands Humane Society. And there is the normal $10 admission for the humans – You can sign up ahead of time online or pay on the day of the event!

Midtown Pup Crawl & Treat Trail

September 17, 2025

Midtown Pup Crawl & Treat Trail, presented by Bloc Fitness
Sunday, October 4
3-5pm
Patios of participating Midtown Crossing establishments

Costumes encouraged. Patios waiting. Tails wagging!

Dress your pup in their best costume and head to Midtown Crossing for the inaugural Midtown Pup Crawl & Treat Trail, presented by Bloc Fitness.

Pick up an Event “Pawsport”

Explore participating establishments and event booths, while collecting treats for your dog and stamps for your Pawsport

Put your pup in the spotlight with the Costume Contest and Photo Booth hosted by Long Dog Fat Cat

Enjoy All Day Happy Hour on the patios of participating establishments

See you for a Sunday afternoon designed for dogs and the humans who love them!

Special thanks to presenting sponsor Bloc Fitness.

6th Annual Muddy Paws Rescue Wag-O-Ween Boo Bash

September 2, 2025

WAG-O-WEEN BOO BASH IS BACK!

Join us October 3rd for a full afternoon of Halloween fun at the 6th Annual Wag-O-Ween Boo Bash, benefiting Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue!

Texas Roadhouse Amphitheater at Shadow Lake Towne Center – 7474 Towne Center Pkwy, Papillion, NE

12:30–5:00 PM

Event includes:

Live music by Happy Endings ALL DAY!
Dog Costume Contest
Silent Auction & Raffles
Pumpkin Painting
Kids Crafts & Activities
Bounce House
Food & Beverages
…and plenty of Halloween fun for the whole family!

Bring the kids, bring the pups, and come spend the day with us—all while supporting an incredible cause.

ALL proceeds benefit Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue!

La Vista Howl-O-Ween

August 29, 2025

Thursday, October 15, 4:30-6:30 p.m.

Dog Park at Southwind Park

Cost: Free

Dress your dog in a Halloween costume and register onsite at the event to take part in a costume competition. Snap a pic of your furry friend at our fall-themed backdrop. Make sure to stop by the City’s booth for a branded giveaway and treat for your dog. Treat yourself, too, with a free beverage from Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck.

Parking is available at the La Vista Public Library (9110 Giles Rd.)

Annual Boston Boo

August 29, 2025

All breeds welcome and all ages of humans
$10 per family (tickets sold at the door)
Fenced in venue, off leash play, access to indoors & bathrooms

Dinner will be served” Grilled Hamburgers & Hotdogs, Chips, and Beverages

-Costume Contest (humans & dogs) Best: Female, Male, Themed Pair and children
-Bobbing for Hot Dogs
-Off Leash Play area
-Raffles
-Fall Photos
-Games
-Boston Bay Store
-FREE Nail Trimming