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Whether you’re a devoted dog-parent, or someone who just happens to drop laps around the local dog park in hopes of scoring a couple of pats—listen up.
Thanks to City Parklands, Brisbane is set for its happiest day on record with the Pop-Up Pooch Party coming to Hanlon Park, Stones Corner in June—and yes, it’s as good as it sounds.
Clear your calendar on Sunday 15 June, because from 8am until midday you and your furry friend will be booked and busy. Between celebrity appearances, live entertainment, puppachinos on tap and a literal puppy cuddle zone—there is truly something for every pooch. The best part is, you don’t even need to own a dog to attend. Family friendly and free to enter, this is the perfect day out for you and any of your fellow dog-obsessed pals. Read on for everything you need to know.
For The Pups And Parents
If you’re treating your goodest boy or girl to a big day out at the Pop-Up Pooch Party, rest assured there’s plenty to keep even the most energetic furry friends entertained.
Off-Leash Living
Why not start the day with an off-leash sesh in a secure, dedicated area? Let your pup sniff, socialise and explore to their heart’s content before heading into the main event.
Top-Tier Tricks
Although we all know our dogs are somehow always the bestest, smartest, most special-est dogs in the whole wide world—a few little tips from the pros wouldn’t go astray.
Training and behaviour experts Sit, Stay, Play will be leading workshops on all things tricky tricks, recall, grooming and nutrition throughout the day, and hosting the RSPCA competitions in the afternoon. Be sure to drop back to see who’s crowned Best Behaved.
Pamper Parlour
While the fresh and clean doggo feeling (and scent) doesn’t always seem to last long, it’s worth it every time. Why not treat your furbaby to a full wash and blow dry from the dog grooming experts, and bask in the glory of a perfectly pampered pooch—while you can.
Shop Till You Drop
Shop til you drop with a huge range of market stalls offering everything from sustainable dog products, health and nutrition goods, and of course, a huge selection of treats and toys. You actually aren’t allowed to leave empty-handed. Sorry—we didn’t make the rules, your dog did.
For The Die-hard Dog Lovers
Don’t have one of your own, but really, really like dogs? You’ve come to the right place.
Cuddle-a-Puppy
A “purpose-built puppy cuddle area.” I mean, do we need to say more?
Live On Stage
Any Muster Dogs fans—human and canine alike—will be thrilled to know Nathan and his beautiful Border Collie Chief will be hitting the stage from 10am, ready to answer any questions in a live Q&A. Between Muster Dogs meet and greets, Chase from Paw Patrol appearances and Alisha Todd performing live, the stage has a jam-packed schedule you don’t want to miss.
A Family Affair
For anyone planning to bring the family along for the perfect day out—there’s plenty to keep the little ones entertained from start to finish. With free face painting, DIY doggy bandana and badge making, a range of food trucks as well as stalls from RSPCA—kids and dogs are pretty much guaranteed to have the best day ever.
The Details
What: Pop-Up Pooch Party
When: Sunday 15 June, 2025, 8am–Midday
Where: Hanlon Park, Stones Corner
Cost: Free
For more on this epic Pop-Up Pooch Party and why you and your furry friend should get amongst it, visit here.
For any enquiries, please contact (07) 3029 1990.
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