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.

You can bring a pet food donation for the Denton Animal Shelter and drop it off at the City of Denton Animal Shelter Information Trailer at the event.

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.

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!