Kennywood To Hold Inaugural 'Dogtober Fest'

WEST MIFFLIN, PA — Dogs usually aren't permitted in Kennywood, but the amusement park soon will admit canines for its first Dogtober Fest Halloween Parade & Costume Contest.

Dog owners can bring their four-legged friends for a parade that will be followed by a costume contest to recognize the cutest, creepiest and most creative costumes before the park opens for the day.

The event will occur Oct. 22 from 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Participants must register online and bring a five-pound bag of dog food to donate to Who Rescued Who Humane Society. Online registration will be available soon, park officials said.

Each pet owner to bring a dog will receive one complimentary Phantom Fall Fest ticket to return any operating day between October 22 and October 30.

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