Join the City of Aurora as we celebrate our favorite furry friends! The 6th annual Aurora Pooch Parade will take place on Sunday, October 5, 2025 beginning at 11:00 AM at Sunken Garden of Phillips Park in Aurora (1000 May Roses Dr, Aurora, IL 60505) 

To enter:

1. All dogs must be current on vaccinations.
2. All must be socialized.
3. All must have a standard leash while at the event.
4. An application must be submitted by Wednesday, October 1st.

The first 125 registrants are guaranteed a spot in the Parade and can compete for one of the following titles:

1. Biggest Dog
2. Smallest Dog
3. Best Costume
4. Twinsies (Owner & Dog)
5. Most Energetic 
6. Fan Favorite

Event Application Goes live on September 5, 2025:

Pooch Parade Application

We welcome all dogs who were unable to register for participation to come out to Phillips Park, mingle with the other dogs, experience the parade, and check out the many pet vendors we'll have:

VCA Aurora Animal Hospital

Woof Woof Creations

Fat Sam's 

Bosco's All Naturals

AK9 Academy 

The Aurora Animal Care and Control Center will be on-site providing FREE microchipping as well as taking donations for dog and cat food, toys, treats, etc.! 

More Information:

For more information on this event, please contact the City of Aurora Special Events Division: