We recognize there is a lot of uncertainty around COVID-19 and we hope everyone is staying healthy and safe in these unprecedented times. The City of Auburn has had to close many facilities and park spaces related to this global pandemic.

It is with a heavy heart that we must inform you that Auburn’s Petpalooza 2020, scheduled for Saturday, May 16, 2020, has been CANCELLED. The past few weeks have been a whirlwind responding to the impacts of COVID-19.

We’ve had many difficult conversations and brainstorming meetings, but have ultimately come to the difficult decision to cancel Auburn’s Petpalooza 2020, which was planned for Saturday, May 16. The decision was not made lightly, but we ultimately feel this is in the best interest of our community and those involved in the festival.

All our vendors and service providers have been notified and they are taking the news in stride as we all work together to flatten the curve in our region (and across the world).

A small piece of paws-itive news: we are working to reschedule the Dog Trot 3K/5K Fun Run/Walk portion of the event to the Fall of 2020. Stay tuned for more information about this component of the event!

Since 2008, Auburn’s Petpalooza has been a bright spot for thousands of animal lovers and their furry companions. Although we cannot celebrate together this year, please know that we’re committed to future festivals and look forward to Auburn’s Petpalooza 2021.

SAVE THE DATE

PETPALOOZA 2021

SATURDAY, MAY 22, 2021

In the meantime, we are working with our paw-some sponsors, vendors, non-profit organizations and rescues to continue to promote their services through our Petpalooza Facebook page. Please make sure to follow us there as we continue online to bring you the best of Petpalooza.

The City of Auburn’s annual Clean Sweep event has also been canceled.

The above is an announcement from the City of Auburn. The Auburn Examiner has not independently verified its contents.