2025 Hocus Pawcus Canine Costume Contest

Schedule

Sat Oct 25 2025 at 05:00 pm to 07:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

8510 NW 17th Ln. , 34482-4412 | Ocala, FL

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Come out to World Equestrian Center – Ocala Saturday, October 25 from 5pm to 7pm for a barking good time at the third annual Hocus Pawcus Canine Costume Contest in Exposition Center 2. This free event is a chance to dress your pup in their Halloween best and compete for cash prizes, dog swag, WEC merchandise and more. Final selection for winners will take place live at 6:45pm.
Spend the day with your favorite furry friends and enjoy canine vendors and entertainment, as well as all your fall favorites for humans and pups from the WEC concessions and cash bars. Meet adoptable dogs from VOCAL and celebrate spooky season with us at this fun, free event!
Pre-registration is encouraged in advance online. Walk-up participants will be accepted as space allows.
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8510 NW 17th Ln. , 34482-4412, 8510 NW 17th Ln, Ocala, FL 34482-5807, United States

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