SAN ANTONIO — Get ready for the cutest parade of Fiesta that celebrates our 4-legged friends and their very creative owners.
The 2024 Fiesta® Pooch Parade hosted by Therapy Animals of San Antonio is always guaranteed to be the biggest dog-friendly Fiesta parade in San Antonio and this year was no different!
The parade route began at Alamo Heights Swimming Pool located at 250 Viesca Street.
Some of the costumes for the dogs took days to make. One pet parent whose dog was painted like a tiger said it took about nine hours to complete, done in multiple sessions.
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Cutest of all Fiesta parades showcasing dogs decked out in elaborate costumes
This event is both family friendly and 4-legged friend friendly and is so much more than a fun, festive 4K walk. There are no restrictions on the number of friendly dogs a person or family can bring; however, all dogs must be on leashes and under control for everyone’s enjoyment and safety.
There were over 1,000 dogs parading through the beautiful tree-lined streets of Alamo Heights, with folks cheering them. There's even treat and water stops for the doggos!
There was also a short-cut route for pups who need to speed through easily.
North Park Subaru led the Pooch Parade float with the 2024 pooch dignitary King Anbarkio, Scout, along for the ride. King Anbarkio in Waiting, Bacon, also joined in on the fun.
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2024 Costume Contest Categories
- Best in Show - This contestant or team exemplifies the spirit of the day
- Top Dog - Dog that stands out on its own; no theme restrictions
- Most Creative - Best demonstration and execution of your imagination
- Most Patriotic - Best display of USA Pride; think red, white and blue color scheme!
- Best Fiesta Flair - Best demonstration of the colorful and exuberant celebration that is Fiesta®!
- Best Matched Human and Animal - Best coordination of human and animal
Where else can you and your pup have this much fun and support the healing that animals provide our community at the same time?
BONUS: The KENS 5 team will be attending the Fiesta Pooch Parade. Look for us to ask for your free KENS 5 Fiesta medal! Limit one per person while supplies last!
Parade route
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2023 Pooch Parade
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