Mardi Gras 4Paws Event Info
Frisco does Mardi Gras with a twist by putting on a costumed canine parade and a street party to benefit Hope For Animals. Whether you have a dog or not, this is the place to be to get your fill of canine cuteness and general good fun!
Mardi Gras 4Paws, inspired by the Krewe of Barkus Parade in New Orleans, comes to Frisco on Saturday, March 1, 2025 with its own version of Mardi Gras for our four-legged friends! Hosted by the Town of Frisco and a local animal rescue, Hope For Animals, this event is a costumed parade for dogs and their families.
All proceeds benefit Hope For Animals.
When
Saturday, March 01, 2025
12:00pm-2:00pm
Where
Street Party
Second Avenue (next to the Historic Park) on the south side of Main Street between Main Street and the alley
Parade
Main Street from Second Avenue to Seventh Avenue and back
Schedule
- 12:00pm – Day of registration begins and dogs and their humans converge on 2nd Avenue (next to the Historic Park) between Main Street and the alley
- 12:00pm – 2:00pm- Yappy Hour- Enjoy listening to festive Mardi Gras music while you sip a beer or coffee during Yappy Hour. Even if you don’t have a mutt, come join the street party fun and spectate these proud (ok maybe slightly embarrassed) hounds, as they vie for best costume.
- 12:30pm – The parade starts and travels down Main Street from 2nd Avenue to 7th Avenue along the sidewalks and back up the other side of the street for full viewing of the colorful canines and their entourage.
- 1:00pm – Canine Costume Contest- Following the parade, prizes will be awarded for dogs in costumes only, for a King and Queen and a “Belinda’s Best” category to commemorate the late Belinda Griffin, who inspired this event.
Registration
All proceeds benefit Hope For Animals.
- Online registration will only be available through end of day on Friday, February 28, 2025.
- Day of registration will be available at the event beginning at 12:00pm on Saturday, March 1, 2025. Ticket prices will be the same for day of registration.
Ticket Prices
Ticket prices are based on the number of dogs registered:
- 1 dog – $20
- 2 dogs – $25
- 3 dogs – $30
- 4 or more dogs – $35
*There is an additional fee of approximately $3.00 – $4.00 for online registration.
Day of registration will be available only at the event at 2nd Avenue and Main Street beginning at 12:00pm on Saturday, March 1, 2025.