🎃 The Pawfect Pumpkin Fest 2026 🐾

Calling all pups, pet parents, families, and Halloween lovers! Dogs of Mott Haven, in partnership with Neighborhood Initiatives Development Corporation (NIDC) and the East Tremont Merchant Alliance, invites you to a frightfully fun afternoon at The Pawfect Pumpkin Fest!

We’re taking over Walter Gladwin Park for a dog-friendly Halloween celebration packed with music, costumes, treats, and plenty of spooky-season fun. Come dressed for the occasion — and don’t forget your pup’s best Halloween look!

🐾 What to expect:
🎃 Doggy Costume Contest
🎧 Live DJ
🛍️ Local Vendors
🎟️ Raffles & Giveaways
🎨 Face Painting
🍬 Halloween Fun & Treats
👻 Activities for pups, kids & the whole family
…and more surprises to come!

The event will be hosted by Rubén Santana, bringing the energy all afternoon long.

📅 Saturday, October 10, 2026
⏰ 12:00–3:00 PM
📍 Walter Gladwin Park
La Fontaine Ave & E Tremont Ave
Bronx, NY 10457

🌧️ Rain Date: Saturday, October 17

Whether you’re coming to show off your pup’s costume, support local vendors, enter a raffle, or just enjoy a fall afternoon in the Bronx, there’s something for everyone.

Grab your pup, grab your costume, and meet us at the pumpkin patch — it’s going to be PAWFECT! 🎃🐶

Presented by Dogs of Mott Haven × NIDC × East Tremont Merchant Alliance.

This is a FREE DOG-FRIENDLY COMMUNITY EVENT.

Make sure to RSVP!