BEST(ISH) IN SHOW 6! A Holiday Dog Show Spectacular at Checkerspot Brewing with Santa

BEST(ISH) IN SHOW 6! A Holiday Dog Show Spectacular at Checkerspot Brewing with Santa

Come join us for a pawsitively fun time at the BEST(ISH) IN SHOW 6! Bring your furry friends to Checkerspot Brewing Company for a holiday dog show like no other. Watch as our canine contestants strut their stuff and compete for the title of Best(ish) in Show! And guess what? Santa himself will be there too, so don't forget to bring your camera for some adorable photo ops. It's going to be a tail-wagging good time!

A Holiday Dog Show Spectacular at Checkerspot BrewingPresented by: Deez Mutts; supporting Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland : mealsonwheelsmd.org

Date & Location:
Join us at Checkerspot Brewing (1421 Ridgely St, Baltimore, MD 21230) checkerspotbrewing.com on Saturday, December 14th, 2024 for the 6th edition of this PAWSome event!

Your hosts standup comedians, Mike Quindlen @mikequindlen (Santa Claus) and DJ Claw / Chris Lawrence @clawcomedy will be joined by (Chief Justices) John Pozniak @pozzimoto & Simon Stansfield @simonstansfield and a panel of Celebrity(ish) special judges Jenny T, Skip Black and Michael Furr!!

Every dog and their family/friends will have the opportunity to take their photo with Santa Claus!

Costumes encouraged!
While costumes or holiday outfits (think ugly sweaters and elf costumes) aren't required, they're highly encouraged for added festive fun!

Attendance: FREE (doors at noon)
Contestants: $20 Entry Fee

• Includes your first Checkerspot Brew FREE, a dog toy, and the chance to show off your pup!
• Plus, a shot at winning "Best(ish) In Show" and a frosty paw treat donated by Tropicool Italian Ice (6083 Falls Rd, Baltimore, MD 21209).

Event Schedule:

• Check-in for contestants (dogs and their humans) begins at 1:00 PM.
• All dogs must check in by 1:45 PM.
• Show starts at 2:00 PM and wraps up around 4:00 PM.

Limited Spots Available!
We only have room for 25 dogs, so sign up fast! Online registration ends on Thursday, December 12th at midnight. If any spots are left, you can register at the event at 1:30 PM on Saturday.
Enter your dog here: [Eventbrite link]

Prizes & Categories:
Gift certificates to Checkerspot Brewing will be awarded to the winners in the following categories:

1. I Definitely Need My Own Instagram/TikTok! (#Iprobablyalreadyhaveone)
2. Best Trick – "Watch me (maybe) do this trick!"
3. Best Costume – Team/tandem costumes get bonus points!
4. A Face Only A Parent Could Love
5. Best Old Timer (10 years +) – The LouDog Sweeney Award for longevity

The "Belle Sweeney Best(ish) In Show" award will be given to one lucky winner from the above categories!

Contest Details:

• Contestants can enter 1, 2, 3, 4 or ALL 5 categories!
• Each dog and owner will have 2-3 minutes on stage to show off their personality, chat with the hosts and judges, and attempt their trick (or just look adorable)!

Family-Friendly Event
This event is open to everyone, and all dogs are welcome as long as they can behave around other dogs, adults, and children. All dogs must remain on a leash at all times.

Note:
All sales are final unless the event is completely canceled.

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Hope to see you and your furry friends there!

Host or Publisher Mike Quindlen