Santa Paws
Visitors can bring their dogs to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus for holiday pet photos. The evening features a canine holiday ugly sweater contest and a holiday pup-up market. Guests can also participate in a canine food and toy drive.
What to Expect
Canine photos with Santa, an ugly sweater contest, and pet market.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Durham Parks & Recreation
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Dog owners and canine lovers
Vibe
Festive and playful
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: 5 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
- Pets: Canine friends and pups are invited.
Tips & Advice
- Bring your pup, since visitors are invited to bring canine companions to meet Santa and take holiday photos.
- Consider bringing canine food or toys to contribute to the event's drive, which collects both types of donations.
- Because severe inclement weather can lead to cancellation, call 919-560-4636 and press Number 8, or check Facebook and Instagram for event status.
- Dress your dog in a festive sweater if you want to take part in the ugly sweater contest.
- Leave time to browse the holiday Pup-Up Market, one of the event's listed attractions.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring my dog?
Yes. The whole evening is for people and their dogs, so bring your pup to meet Santa.
What is there to do?
Get photos of your pet with Santa and Mrs. Claus, shop the holiday Pup-Up Market, enter the canine ugly sweater contest and donate to the canine food and toy drive.
What should I bring?
Bring dog food or toys for the drive, and put your pup in a holiday ugly sweater if you want to enter the contest.
Can I sell at the Pup-Up Market?
Non-food vendors can apply online through Durham Parks & Recreation.
What happens if the weather is bad?
The event may be canceled in severe weather. To check, call the weather line at 919-560-4636 and press 8, or look at the Durham Parks & Rec Facebook and Instagram pages.
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