Date: Saturday, September 12th, 2026
Location: Village at Bay Harbor. Registration will be on corner of Main/Front Street by Walstrom Marine. The Dog Show will take place on the South Marina Lawn.
Registration Begins at 10:30am | Dog Show Begins at 11:00am
Fun Competition Categories for the Bay Harbor Bow Wow:
Best Trick: Show off your pup’s most impressive talent. Judges score creativity, difficulty, and audience reaction.
Best Owner/Pet Look-Alike: Dress alike or simply prove you and your dog were separated at birth.
Best Rescue Story: Heartwarming stories of second chances
Best Costume: Dress your dog to impress for this medal!
Best in Show/Judges Award: The dog who just simply stole the judges’ heart!
Amazing prizes, friendly competition, pup treats, great photo opportunities and special memories await!
Registration is $30/per person. T-Shirts will be available to all participants signed up by September 1st.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITES ARE AVAILABLE, AS WELL AS DONATIONS FOR THIS EVENT. see more here.
All proceeds from this event will benefit Little Traverse Bay Humane Society, who’s mission is to sustainably and respectfully serve pets and the people who love them with compassionate, comprehensive, and exemplary care, Little Traverse Bay Humane Society rescues 900-plus animals each year, and impacts the lives of thousands of pets within the community through their invaluable programs in addition to veterinary services, boarding, grooming, and training.
