17th Annual Gaslamp Holiday Pet Parade & Pups in the Pub Party

Tis the season for jingling and barking all the way with San Diego’s favorite feel-good holiday tradition, the Gaslamp Quarter Holiday Pet Parade and Pups in the Pub Party! Returning Saturday, December 13, 2025, this beloved community celebration highlights dogs, cats, and even more unique pets as the Gaslamp “decks the paws” for a howl-iday to remember.
The Parade
Check-in begins at 11:00 AM under the iconic Gaslamp Quarter Archway, where participants can also register their pets for the judging contest. A panel of experts will award prizes in categories like Best Christmas Spirit, Best Matching Costumes, and the coveted Best in Show.

At 1:00 PM, the parade sets off beneath the Archway, weaving through the historic Gaslamp Quarter with festive live music, cheering onlookers, and plenty of holiday spirit. Expect to see Santa Paws, dazzling costumes, and even pets dressed as your favorite movie characters in fur-form!
Pups in the Pub Party
After the parade, keep the tails wagging at the Pups in the Pub Party from 2–4 PM at the Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter. Guests will enjoy craft beer, live music, boutique shopping, games for pups and people, photo ops, and complimentary goody bags.
$30 Registration Includes:
• Parade entry
• A festive photo op trail
• Complimentary goodie bag
• Admission to the Pups in the Pub After Party
• Opportunity to win “paw-mazing” awards

Spots are limited, so don’t miss out! Register today to guarantee your pet’s place in the parade. Register now at https://gaslamp.org/news/gaslamp-quarter-pet-parade/.