Paws on Parade

Come bark in the park! On Saturday September 19, 2026, join us and our friends from the AKC Museum of the Dog for Bryant Park’s annual dog parade and social. This event will bring together local dogs and dog lovers of all ages, in a festive gathering culminating in a parade of pups around the park. Enjoy live music, food and drink vendors, crafts, workshops, and more. Plus, starting on this date throught the end of the season, leashed dogs will be invited to join their people on the lawn to sit, stay, and lounge! So make a whole day of it and plan to picnic with your pup. 12pm-5pm: Food vendors, activity booths, and check-in table open 12pm-1:30pm: Dog stories and crafts for kids with Jessica Ressler 12pm-12:45pm: Live music by Susan Said Band 12:45pm-1:30pm: Dog trick demonstrations 1:30pm-2:15pm: Dogs with jobs: Beltzville State Park K-9 Water Rescue and NYPD Transit K-9 Unit 2:15pm-3:00pm: Cartooning dog emotions with artist Kristin Doney 3:00pm-3:45pm: Dog trick demonstrations 3:45pm-4:15pm: Dog parade and brass band performance 4:15pm-5:00pm: Live music by Susan Said Band Ask A Trainer: Free advice from experienced dog trainers, tailored to your pup Art Station: Add to our collaborative art exhibit or create your own to take home Meet Working Dogs: Chat with K-9s and their partners Dog Superlatives: Get a personalized certificate from artist Kristin Doney highlighting one of your dog’s best attributes New York Public Library: Meet local librarians and sign up for a library card Parade check-in and info tent: Check in for the parade – first 100 check-ins receive a complementary tote and dog bandana! Food vendors from Hester Street Fair Bar tent by Stout NYC