Saturday, September 26, 2026 | Downtown Loveland
Join us for a tail-wagging celebration for dogs and their humans!
Dog Days of Summer is a full day dedicated to pups, patios, and sunshine in the heart of Downtown Loveland. From puppy yoga to pet parades, drink specials, to costume contests, this is the ulti-mutt way to wrap up summer.
Puppy Yoga
All proceeds from this event benefit the puppies!
REGISTRATION LINK COMING SOON!
Paws on Parade
Strut your mutt in-style!
The Paws on Parade, Pet Parade will start and end at Backyard Tap (323 N. Railroad Ave.)
The group will walk East on 4th Street to the Thompson Pocket Park where downtown businesses and pet-friendly vendors will be set up. Then the parade will continue back to Backyard Tap for Yappy Hour!
Costumes are encouraged!
Yappy Hour
From 12:00-3:00pm Backyard Tap and Loveland Aleworks will be opening up their back patios to host Yappy Hour! This is going to be one GIGANTIC dog-party with: drink specials, live music at both locations, a doggy costume contest, swag bags & giveaways, a dog adoption, food trucks, pet vendors and MORE!
Doggy Costume Contest
The Doggy Costume Contest will be hosted on the stage at Backyard Tap! Our judges will be selecting winners for the “Best Dressed Pup” as well as "Best Group Costume". We have a bunch of great prizes to give out for the winners!
Costume Contest Entry at 12:30PM & judging at 1:00PM