Halloween Is Going to the Dogs! Hocus Pawcus Returns to World Equestrian Center – Ocala

Ocala, FL – Get ready for a barking spooktacular time! On Saturday, October 24, the fourth annual Hocus Pawcus Canine Costume Contest takes over World Equestrian Center – Ocala.

Join this free event and dress your pup in their Halloween best for an evening of costumes, prizes and plenty of four-legged fun. No pup? No problem. Spectators are welcome.

Enter your dog in the costume contest and show off their most fetching Halloween look for a chance to win cash prizes, dog swag, WEC merchandise and more. Line up to parade past the judges starting at 5pm, then stick around as the winners are announced live at 6:45pm.

Whether your best friend is competing or simply coming along for the fun, there’s plenty to explore. Show off your dog’s look, enjoy the play zones, strike a pose together at the photo booth or sit for a caricature with your dog. Vendors keep the paw-ty going with treats for pups, fall favorites for humans and spooky sips from our cash bar.

You can even meet adoptable dogs from VOCAL, where a new four-legged family member may be waiting.

Have a canine contender? Pre-registration for the costume contest is encouraged. Walk-up participants will be accepted as space allows:

Just coming to enjoy the show? No registration is required.

Interested in joining us as a vendor? Applications for vendors are open through October 17, while space is available. Please contact [email protected] to apply.

Costume ready? Leash in hand? Join us for a barking good time at Hocus Pawcus!

Please Note:

• Dogs must wear a collar with ID tags and remain leashed and attended at all times.
• Dogs must be current on all required vaccinations.
• Please refrain from bringing intact male dogs, female dogs in heat or puppies younger than 8 weeks.
• Owners are responsible for their dogs and any damages they may cause.
• Owners must clean up after their dogs. Doggy cleanup stations will be available throughout the center.