Woof Fest 2026 returns to Manhattan West Plaza on Saturday, June 6, offering a free dog-friendly Pride event from noon to 3 pm at 385 9th Ave. The event features a Walk of Pride Catwalk Contest at 1:30 pm with onsite sign-up and prizes for categories including Most Pride: Dog and Most Pride: Prideful Pair. Entertainment includes drag performances by Essa Noche and Mr. Pleasure, hosting by Jaye McBride with DJ Softee, and live music from vocalist Emily Schultheis. Families can enjoy Paw Print Parlor keepsake art, temporary tattoos, and dog training demonstrations with Eric Vissichelli. Attendees can volunteer to assemble hygiene kits for LGBTQ+ youth through The Ali Forney Center, and the event partners with The Good Dog Foundation for therapy dog services.
"Woof Fest returns to Manhattan West Plaza on Saturday, June 6, bringing an afternoon of dogs, live entertainment, Pride celebrations, and family-friendly activities to Midtown. The free event, which has become a popular annual Pride Month gathering for dog owners and families, runs from noon to 3 pm at 385 9th Ave."
"One of the biggest draws is the “Walk of Pride” Catwalk Contest at 1:30 pm, where dogs and owners can show off colorful outfits and compete for prizes including “Most Pride: Dog” and “Most Pride: Prideful Pair.” No advance registration is required for the contest. Participants can sign up onsite before the event begins."
"In addition, comedian Jaye McBride will host the event alongside DJ Softee, with performances from drag artists Essa Noche and Mr. Pleasure, and live music from vocalist Emily Schultheis. Families can also check out Paw Print Parlor keepsake art, temporary tattoo stations, dog training demonstrations with trainer Eric Vissichelli, and interactive activities throughout the plaza."
"The event will also include a volunteer activity benefiting The Ali Forney Center, where attendees can help assemble hygiene kits for LGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness. Woof Fest is also partnering with The Good Dog Foundation, which provides therapy dog services throughout the region."
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