Doggie-Palooza in Plantation is for people and pets, $2

Parks are perfect for outdoor excursions with your pooch. Occasionally, parks offer extra festivities for pets and pet lovers, such as Doggie-Palooza in Plantation.

The popular outdoor expo in 2026 is 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, January 31, with the entry fee of $2 per person. Dogs attend free.

It's at Happy Tails Park, 6600 SW 16th Street, Plantation 33317. Parking is free.

Proceeds from Doggie-Palooza events are for animal rescue organizations.

The event features vendors,  organizations with pets available for adoption, Frisbee dog show and  Police K9 demonstration.

Other events include:

• Best-Dressed Pooch contest
• Pet/Owner look-alike contest
• Best Pet Tricks competition

For information, dial 954-452-2510

Other pet events

Free entry for Woofstock in Sunrise at Welleby Park, 1100 NW 44 Street, Sunrise.

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