Spooky Pooch Parade at Chicago Botanic Garden is October 13 from 11am to 1pm, dogs are allowed in the Chicago Botanic Garden costumed in a parade to celebrate Halloween.
Viewing the dog parade is free. If you are bringing a dog, however, you must purchase paid registration for your dog, whether or not you enter the parade and costume contest. Tickets are $22 in advance, $28 day of.
SCHEDULE- Rules
11 a.m.: Registration
11 a.m. to noon: Costume judging
Noon to 12:30 p.m.: Parade. Judges deliberate and decide winners.
12:30 to 1 p.m.: Awards ceremony
In addition to the parade, activities include the costume contest, judging, and an awards ceremony. Costume categories include Best Costume Overall, Best Dog/Owner Costume, Best Puppy in Costume for dogs ages 1 and under in people years, Best Senior in Costume for dogs ages 10 and older in people years, and Best Horticultural Interpretation.
