Woof & Witches Pet Parade at Topiary Park for Dog Halloween

Looking for a fun Halloween event to enjoy with your pet in Columbus? 🐾 The annual Woof & Witches on Parade at Topiary Park is back on Sunday, October 5, 2025, with an afternoon full of costumes, food, music, and pet-friendly fun.

Three adorable dogs wearing Halloween costumes including super hero, bumble bee and witch

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Hosted by Friends of the Topiary Garden and Ohio Pet Charities, this free event welcomes dogs, cats, and other pets to strut their stuff in costume and join in the Grand Pet Parade. Families will enjoy shopping, food trucks, music, giveaways, and a chance to support local rescues and pet charities.

📅 Date: Sunday, October 5, 2025
⏰ Time: 12:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Columbus Topiary Park, 480 East Town Street, Columbus, OH 43215
💲 Cost: Free
🔗 More details here
📞 Phone: 614-301-6433

Fun features at Woof & Witches on Parade

Pet Costume Contest – Dress your pet as Franken-pup, Bark Vader, Princess Paw-Leia, or a spooky favorite for a chance to win prizes
Grand Pet Parade – See dogs, cats, bunnies, and more show off their Halloween best.
Pet Photo Booth – Snap the perfect Halloween photo of your furry friend.
Free Pet Grooming – Nail trims, paw trims, face trims, sanitary trims, and teeth brushing.
Rescues, Charities & Vendors – Meet over 40 pet-focused groups and shop local.
Food Trucks – Grab tacos from Dos Hermanos or sandwiches from McGinnis Grill.
Music by DJ of the Dead – Halloween tunes to keep tails wagging.
Pet Donation Station – Help local animals in need.

If you’re searching for a Halloween dog event in Columbus, this is a fun and unique celebrations. The pet parade, photo opportunities, and free grooming make it a perfect afternoon outing for pet owners and families. Best of all, admission is completely free.

There's so much to do in Columbus in the Fall, whether you’re looking for something spooky or kid-friendly! Check out our HUGE list of fall events, Haunted Houses and Haunted Woods and Spooky Ghost Tours, community Trunk or Treat events and Halloween Parties, and our list of pumpkin patches, farm activities and corn mazes! Plus, find out when your community is having Trick or Treat or Beggar's Night this year!