Hudson Yards will host free monthly pet meet-ups and adoption parties all summer long
From Monday, July 21 through Monday, October 20, the West Side development will host Paw Play Days, a series of free monthly dog meet-ups and adoption parties held in the Public Square and Gardens. The events, part of the seasonal Backyard at Hudson Yards programming presented by Wells Fargo, will take place every third Monday of the month from 5 p.m. to 6:30 pm.
Each event brings together adoptable dogs from Rescue City or Animal Haven, in partnership with Dylan's Candy BarN, a pet-focused offshoot of the famed candy company. Guests can meet rescue pups and chat with volunteers, all while enjoying giveaways, games and pet-friendly perks.
The lineup includes complimentary treats and food samples from The Farmer's Dog, plus a prize wheel from Dog City offering up toys, treats and accessories. Through August, local artist Kathryn McCabe will be painting free watercolor portraits of dogs, available on a first-come, first-served basis.
The first meet-up, on July 21, will feature Rescue City and Dylan's Candy BarN. Future dates—Aug. 18, Sept. 15 and Oct. 20—will spotlight Animal Haven.
Pet owners can also take advantage of in-store specials during each event: Shake Shack (located on Level 4 of The Shops & Restaurants at Hudson Yards) will serve dog-friendly snacks, while Dylan's Candy Bar will offer a 15% discount on sweet treats for the human companions.
The initiative is part of Hudson Yards' broader push to activate its public spaces with community-friendly programming, and in this case, encourage pet adoption along the way. No RSVP is required, but arriving early is a good idea for those hoping to score portraits or prizes.
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The dog days of summer are getting a stylish upgrade at Hudson Yards. From Monday, July 21 through Monday, October 20, the West Side development will host Paw Play Days, a series of free monthly dog meet-ups and adoption parties held in the Public Square and Gardens. The events, part of the seasonal Backyard at Hudson Yards programming presented by Wells Fargo, will take place every third Monday of the month from 5 p.m. to 6:30 pm. Each event brings together adoptable dogs from Rescue City or Animal Haven, in partnership with Dylan's Candy BarN, a pet-focused offshoot of the famed candy company. Guests can meet rescue pups and chat with volunteers, all while enjoying giveaways, games and pet-friendly perks. The lineup includes complimentary treats and food samples from The Farmer's Dog, plus a prize wheel from Dog City offering up toys, treats and accessories. Through August, local artist Kathryn McCabe will be painting free watercolor portraits of dogs, available on a first-come, first-served basis. The first meet-up, on July 21, will feature Rescue City and Dylan's Candy BarN. Future dates—Aug. 18, Sept. 15 and Oct. 20—will spotlight Animal Haven. Pet owners can also take advantage of in-store specials during each event: Shake Shack (located on Level 4 of The Shops & Restaurants at Hudson Yards) will serve dog-friendly snacks, while Dylan's Candy Bar will offer a 15% discount on sweet treats for the human companions. The initiative is part of Hudson Yards' broader push to activate its public spaces with community-friendly programming, and in this case, encourage pet adoption along the way. No RSVP is required, but arriving early is a good idea for those hoping to score portraits or prizes.
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