Pet Costume Contest!

Get ready for one of the cutest events of the summer! Our annual Pet Costume Contest is back at Bark in the Park TO, and it’s your pup’s time to shine on the runway. Whether your furry friend is rocking a superhero cape, a royal crown, or a creative DIY outfit, we want to see it!

Registration is just $5 and supports Epilepsy Toronto.

Spaces are limited, so register online. Registration will be closed on-site.

Dog Costume Contest Prizes

Our costume contest celebrates creativity, cuteness, and canine charisma with some tail-wagging prizes up for grabs:

  • First Place – “Best Dressed”

Win a 4-look photo shoot, a deluxe doggie gift basket and a 1-year contract with PurrandBark Talent and the ultimate bragging rights with an official Bark In The Park TO Winner Certificate!

  • Second Place – “Most Photogenic”

Take home a doggie basket filled with treats and goodies + a mini photoshoot certificate + a hand-drawn painting of your pet provided by PurrandBark Talent and your very own Bark In The Park TO Winner Certificate!

  • Third Place – “Good Pup”

Receive a complimentary doggie gift basket and a Bark In The Park TO Winner Certificate to celebrate your pup’s shining moment!

Don’t miss the chance to show off your dog’s style and win some pawsome prizes!

First place prize sponsor: Purr&Bark Talent is a division of TN Model&Talent representing dogs and cats for TV, Film, Commercial and Print work across Canada. We work with brands like Harry Rosen, Open Farm ,Walmart and more!

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED! THANKS TO ALL, SEE YOU SATURDAY, AUG 30 AT 2:45 PM

Contest Rules & Policies:

General Policies:
Everyone is welcome to participate in the Pet Costume Contest! This is an inclusive and family-friendly public event.

  • We encourage creativity, fun, and good sportsmanship.
  • Please ensure your pet is comfortable in their costume and that it does not restrict movement, vision, or breathing.
  • All dogs must be leashed at all times while on-site.
  • Handlers are responsible for cleaning up after their pets and keeping them under control at all times.
  • Aggressive or overly anxious pets may be asked to step aside for safety reasons.

Judging & Contest Fairness:
The contest will be judged by a panel of pre-selected judges who will assess entries based on creativity, presentation, personality, and fit within each category.

Judges’ decisions are final and may not be disputed.

Photography & Media:
By participating in the contest, you grant Epilepsy Toronto and its associated events (including Bark in the Park TO and BuskerFest Toronto) the right to photograph, film, and publish images and footage of you and your pet during the event.

Photos and videos taken during the contest may be used for promotional, fundraising, and marketing purposes in print, digital, and social media formats.

Cause & Registration:
Registration requires a $5 donation per pet participant, which directly supports the programs and services provided by Epilepsy Toronto.

Participants must register in advance via CanadaHelps and check in on site by 2:45 PM at the event to confirm attendance and receive their participation number.

Prize Collection: Winners must collect prizes in person at the end of the contest. Prizes are non-transferable.

Disqualification Protocol: Bark In The Park TO and Epilepsy Toronto reserve the right to disqualify entries that fail to adhere to rules or are inappropriate.

Event Environment:
Bark in the Park TO is a pet-positive celebration hosted by the Toronto International BuskerFest in support of Epilepsy Toronto.

We ask all participants to treat others with kindness and respect (both two-legged and four-legged friends!)

Bark in the Park TO reserves the right to modify or cancel any contest elements in the case of inclement weather, safety concerns, or other unforeseen circumstances.

If you have any questions about the contest or these policies, please contact our team at [email protected]

Participate in the Bark In The Park TO Pet Costume Contest and showcase your pet’s charm and creativity! We look forward to your enchanting entries!