Dog Days of Denton 2009

This year dogs and their best friends can enjoy “yappy” hour at the Dog Days of Denton Celebration on Friday, May 29 as the festival extends its hours to include some evening shade. Festival hours this year are Friday, May 29th, 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Saturday, May 30th, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.. Festivities take place in the north end of Quakertown Park near the Denton Senior Center and swimming pool at 321 E. McKinney, just a few blocks northeast of the Denton County Courthouse-on-the-Square.

Best and formerly known as the Dog Days of Summer, the Dog Days of Denton Celebration is in its 16th year. During festival hours, attendees can enjoy a pet parade, live entertainment, demos and performances by canines and their trainers, “Glamfur” photos, canine contests, arts and craft vendors, pet care information, pet rescue groups and fantastic festival foods.

Dog Days of Denton is proud to have the Pro Plan Rally to Rescue “Rally Across America” tour at this year’s festival. The tour is dedicated to finding homes for animals in need and includes demonstrations by a professional dog trainer providing tips and pet personality information.

*Please see the Events Schedule for a complete, up-to-date list for activities.

COME FOR THE WEEKEND TO TAKE IN ALL THAT DOG DAYS HAS TO OFFER. Special rate offered for Dog Days visitors at Quality Inn & Suites - $55 per night, includes breakfast, +$10 . pet deposit. Call 800/4CHOICE or visit www.choicehotels.com/hotel/tx836.

Other pet-friendly Denton hotels include:

Travelodge, LaQuinta, Super 8, and Motel 6. For contact information on these hotels and other Denton accommodations, please call the visitor hotline toll-free at 866/DENTONTX or visit www.discoverdenton.com.

Dog Days of Denton welcomes FRIENDLY DOGS and their owners. All owners are responsible and liable for their pet(s). Dogs MUST BE ON A LEASH and must have CURRENT VACCINATIONS (wear tags on collar).

The event takes place rain or shine - in the event of rain, come prepared with an umbrella, wear old shoes and have a good time! Download the press release for more information.

Download the press release for more information.

Still taking vendor and sponsor applications! Application deadline is Saturday, May 2 - see Forms and Applications page for more information