Things are ruff in the world right now, maybe Paws in the Park at Lake Eola will help lift our spirits

Set the stress of a ruff week aside to have a ball this Saturday at the 31st Annual Paws in the Park. Hosted by Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando, the pet festival returns to Lake Eola for an afternoon of fur-friendly fun.

Humans can wind down at the beer garden with live entertainment, shop around the vendor market and grab a bite at one of the food trucks. Dogs in attendance can paw-take in lure courses, a doggie fun zone, dock diving and a slobbery kissing booth. And an adoption zone will show off some local shelter pets looking to find their furever homes.

If you’re thinking of dressing up your furry friend for the festival, consider showing them off at the pet costume contest, featuring celebrity judges and cash prizes. Pet Alliance will also have a mobile unit on site that will provide free vaccines (for pets! Ease off there, RFK Jr.).

The festival is free and open to the public, but contributions and donations
are welcomed. This year, their goal is to raise $210,000 for the organization.

10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 8, Lake Eola Park, 512 E. Washington St., petallianceorlando.org, free.

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This article appears in Feb 5-11, 2025.