Dog Day Downtown Presented by German American Bank is Saturday, September 21

ANNOUNCEMENT – September 17, 2024: The Downtown Evansville Economic Improvement District (EID) invites the community to bring their dogs and visit Downtown Evansville on Saturday, September 21 from 11 AM – 2 PM for the fifth annual Dog Day Downtown Presented by German American Bank. The event has expanded an extra block and will take place on Main Street (from 2nd to 6th Street). The 200, 300, 400, & 500 blocks of Main Street will be closed for the event.

Free activities will include a dog agility course, a bone bar with bone-shaped treats, pup cups, bandanas for your pup, ball pits, a cuddle station, a photo portrait station, photo points for guests and their dogs, and spa services including nail trimmings, brushing, ear cleaning, and massages. New for 2024, the event will feature a foam party on the 400 Block of Main Street. Please note, free items are available on a first come, first serve basis.

Local animal nonprofits are participating, as are local vendors selling dog-related products. There are 15+ dog friendly businesses Downtown. Dog friendly businesses can be identified by window clings.

“We’re thrilled to welcome hundreds of dogs and dog lovers to our Downtown neighborhood. We encourage you to bring your furry friends for a day of fun, free activities, and pet-friendly shopping and dining,” said Adam Trinkel, executive director, EID.

Activities are free thanks to the generous support of sponsors, including presenting sponsor German American Bank, Ascension St. Vincent Evansville, Astound Broadband, Earthborn Holistic Pet Food, F.C. Tucker Emge, Romain Subaru, and the Vanderburgh County Prosecutor’s Office