Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control is excited to host its annual Howl-O-Walkoween fundraising event at the Promenade Park Pavilion on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM. Howl-O-Walkoween benefits Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control's Humane Education programs, which teach youth about animal safety and responsible animal care.
Costume Contest Details:
Many participants choose to dress up with their pets, although this is not required to win or participate. Spectators are welcome to attend without a registration fee, but we encourage every guest to support our fundraising efforts in some way.
Costume Contest Categories:
Best Homemade Costume
Best Group-Themed Entry
Spookiest Costume
Best Overall
Have a paw-some pet costume, but can’t join the fun in-person? Register for our free, virtual People’s Choice Contest.
