Auburns Petpalooza festival returns May 17 with live entertainment and pet-friendly fun

Auburn, WALocal News

The Petpalooza festival in Auburn will return to Game Farm Park on May 17, 2025, with festivities beginning at 10 a. m. This free event, organized by HICC Pet, draws thousands of animal lovers annually. Attendees can look forward to live music, food trucks, and the acclaimed Canine Stars Stunt Dog Show, praised by Howie Mandel as "the best animal act ever. " Other highlights include a 15-by-50-foot petting zoo and various family-friendly activities like face painting and inflatable rides.

The festival begins with a Dog Trot Fun Run at 9:30 a. m. , offering a choice of 3K or 5K routes for participants and their dogs. Vendors will provide animal adoptions, low-cost pet services, and a wide range of pet products. Organizers emphasize that the festival is a "pet lover’s haven" for families and their furry friends.

For further information and registration, visitors can check auburnwa. gov/petpalooza or reach out to Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation.

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