February 22, 2026
Join CAAWS at the 2026 Mystic Krewe of Mutts Parade and Bark in the Park on February 22nd!
Mystic Krewe of Mutts is CAAWS’ largest annual fundraiser with 100% of the proceeds funding our spay & neuter programs.
2026 Parade Registration Options
Register to:
- Walk Your Dog in the Parade
- Register to be in the Dog Costume Contest
- Purchase Your 2026 Parade Shirt
2026 Parade Sponsorships
If you are a business and would like to become a parade sponsor, click the button below to Register!
2026 Bark in the Park
If you are a business, food vendor, food truck or nonprofit organization and would like to be part of Bark in the Park, click the button below and submit the form.
2026 Mystic Krewe of Mutts Parade Day Schedule
10 a.m.-4 p.m.—Bark in the Park Galvez Plaza (check out local vendors)
11 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. —Baton Rouge Police Department K-9 Demonstration; Galvez Plaza
12 p.m.-1 p.m.—Dog Costume Contest; Galvez Plaza stage
1 p.m.- 2 p.m.—Parade lineup along St. Ferdinand St
2 p.m.- 3 p.m.—Parade rolls (North Blvd)
3 p.m.- 4 p.m. —After Pawty, Galvez Plaza stage
Parade Route
Our Sponsors
Past CAAWS Mystic Krewe of Mutts Festival Highlights
Support Our Fundraising Efforts & Become a CAAWS Sponsor
As a CAAWS Sponsor, your organization or business can help out with our biggest annual event supporting animal welfare. Mystic Krewe of Mutts Festival sponsorships can be a monetary contribution and/or a donation of parade supplies such as shirts, gifts, or prizes that equal the minimum amount for each VIP level.