Dog Days of Denton 2010

This year dogs and their best friends can enjoy “yappy” hour at the Dog Days of Denton Celebration on Friday, June 4 as the festival extends its hours again to include some evening shade. Festival hours this year are Friday, June 4, 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Saturday, June 5, 8:30 a.m. to 3 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 17th 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.

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

Pet-friendly Denton hotels include:

Quality Inn & Suites, 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!

Press release coming soon for more information.

Now taking vendor and sponsor applications! First application deadline is in March - see Forms and Applications page for more information