Dog Days of Summer Canine Fashion Show

For the first time, the nonprofit Inland Empire Gardners is hosting Spokane’s most fashionable dogs for an afternoon of runway strutting. Dog-related vendors are set to fill Manito Park, too, offering items like handcrafted, gourmet dog treats, leashes and custom clothing. The invitation to dress up is extended not just to the event’s four-legged attendees, but also their owners as each duo struts down the runway. There are opportunities to win prizes in categories like “Best Dressed,” “Funniest Outfit,” “Most Creative” and “Matching Owner/Dog,” as well as door prizes just for showing up. Whether you’re planning to dress up your pup in a suit, dress or bowtie, or sit back and watch the show with free refreshments and party favors, it’ll be all smiles.

Dog Days of Summer Canine Fashion Show • Sat, Aug. 17 at 2 pm • Free • Manito Park Meeting Room • 1702 S. Grand Blvd. • tieg.org