First Annual ‘Howl-O-Ween’ Parade Coming To Ocean City

OCEAN CITY, NJ — It’s time to start brainstorming Halloween costumes for you and four-legged friends as the Humane Society of Ocean City is hosting its first annual “Howl-O-Ween” Parade and dog costume contest on Saturday, Oct. 23.

Contestants are encouraged to dress themselves and their pooch in fun Halloween costumes in the spirit of the season.

HSOC’s “Pet of the Year” will be the event’s grand marshal. Registration begins at 2 p.m. at the Sports and Civic Center located at 6th & Boardwalk.

The parade steps off at 3 p.m. and the procession is from 6th to 14th Street on the Boardwalk. For more information call 609-399-6111.

Leashed dogs will be allowed on the Boardwalk from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dog-specific vendors will be at the Ocean City Music Pier along with photo-op stations.

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