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On Saturday August 2, Paws at the Park returns to Mudgeeraba Showgrounds for their award-winning, free community event that attracts thousands across Southeast Queensland. The event is presented by Pet Wellness Centre, which took over the organisation of Paws at the Park.
This milestone event will feature more than 100 dog-friendly stalls from local pet businesses and artisanal brands, with plenty of treats for you and your furry friend.
While you wander, check out the educational and expert stage talks, live music, food trucks and an off-leash dog play zone for when the zoomies hit.
Attendees also have the chance to snag some goodies in the Golden Paws Gateway, a treasure hunt where attendees must sniff out one of 10 Golden Paws hidden around the market. Golden Paws can earn finders keepers incredible prizes including a year of free vet visits from Pet Wellness Centre and a free year of Healthy Pets Plus Benefits from Greencross Vets.
Attendees also have the chance to snag some goodies in the Golden Paws Gateway, a treasure hunt where attendees must sniff out one of 10 Golden Paws hidden around the market. Golden Paws can earn finders keepers incredible prizes including a year of free vet visits from Pet Wellness Centre and a free year of Healthy Pets Plus Benefits from Greencross Vets.
What’s On at Paws at the Park:
✔️ Shop over 80+ doggie related stalls
✔️ Get Free Dog Registration for pups under 12 months of age (City of Gold Coast)
✔️ Play off-leash in our big or small dog areas (with agility obstacles from Gold Sponsor PetSafe)
✔️ Enjoy delicious food trucks, coffee, and sweet treats
✔️ Get your face painted (for a donation to AWLQ)
✔️ Learn pet safety in an emergency + tick talk with Gold Sponsor Animal Emergency Centre
✔️ Win great prizes in the AWLQ raffles
✔️ Onstage demo: How to train a reactive dog (The Canine Perspective)
✔️ Compete: Best Trick and Best Dressed Dog Competitions
✔️ Get a mini photo shoot with ME Pet Photography
✔️ Try a pet fashion styling session with Tiny Paw Couture
✔️ Learn how to become a canine blood donor with Silver Sponsor SASH Vets
✔️ Free dental checks by Pet Wellness Centre
✔️ Free spinal checks from Peak Animal Physio
✔️ Learn how to keep pets safe from toads (Toad Busters)
The event has already raised over $75,000 for Animal Welfare League Queensland and expects to see up to 4,000 attendees at this year’s market.
Paws at the Park is supported by Division 9 Councillor Glen Tozer and the City of Gold Coast. Sponsors include: Animal Emergency Centre (Gold), SASH (Small Animal Specialist Hospital) (Silver), and Toad Busters and The Canine Perspective (Bronze).
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, 2nd August 2025, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Location: Mudgeeraba Showgrounds, 115 Mudgeeraba Rd, Worongary QLD 4213, Australia.
Admission: Free for all ages and dogs.
Note: The event may contain crowds and loud sounds (barking).
Getting There: Car parking is just $5, with proceeds supporting Animal Welfare League QLD. Public transport or active travel is encouraged due to potentially limited parking. For metered parking, attendees can use the EasyPark app.
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