Join us for the third annual ...

Dog Parade

Back by VERY popular demand, join us Saturday morning at 11:00am with your furry friend for the third annual Taste of River North dog parade! Your pup will strut their stuff through the fest grounds for a chance to win great prizes!

Interested in sponsoring the parade or providing goodie bag items? Contact us at mail@chicagoevents.com!

2025 Parade Sponsors

How to Register

REGISTER HERE Registration is required to participate. Registration is only $10 (choose your category!)

All pups receive a special dog bandana!

Parade Details

Saturday, July 19

11am Start (parade kicks off at 11:25am)

Meet us in front of the main stage

Your pup (and you) will parade around the event with a special guest Marshall!

Saturday Morning Schedule:

11:00 Check-In
11:20 Introduction - Reg Closes
11:25 Parade Starts/Small Breed
11:35 Medium Breed
11:45 Large Breed
11:55 Costume
12:05 Rescue
12:15 Results