Nothing Puts Crown Hill-O-Ween in a Corner
“Rain or lots of rain!”
That was the motto of the 5th Annual Crown Hill-O-Ween Pet Parade and Costume Contest. Predictions had been ominous. Local news issued stern warnings that an“atmospheric river” Was coming our way. The storm was set to land, they said, on the very day of Crown Hill-O-Ween.
The intrepid volunteers shrugged their shoulders, donned their hot dog costumes, and put on a show. They knew their Crown Hill neighbors would not be put off by the chance of torrential rain and gusts up to 35 miles per hour.
And so, tents were staked and zip-tied to nearby objects, and the Great Pumpkin appeared as usual. Of course he did, because- if you didn’t know already- a pumpkin patch that’s filled of pets in costume and their loving humans all cheering for each other, well that’s the most sincere patch around.
Mother Nature must have intervened herself, because the day was mild throughout the judging as well as the parading. There was only the one downpour, as the judges were finalizing their decisions, and everyone braved it right through as we knew they would because this ain’t no disco. This ain’t no country club either. This is Crown Hill. Crown Hill, where the volunteers dress as Chicago Dogs and Dogs from Heaven, Dogs with mustard, dogs with relish. One volunteer was actually a dog, dressed as a hot dog.
Grand Marshal Letty handed out Pawtographs to her fans before leading off the parade. Later, she awarded the “Letty’s Choice” award.
Do you know a pet who would enjoy being the Grand Marshal for 2026?
There is no tougher job than the job of judge at a pet costume contest. How can anyone choose between all of these amazing contestants?
For their hard work, for their willingness to come to the park and sit in a tent during a storm, and for their dedication to making Crown Hill Fun as Heck, we’d like to thank our judges.
From left to right.
Sasha Moon, owner of Sasha Moon Salon: Arriving in style with spider web face paint and the scariest little spider in town, Sasha is a long-time friend of the Crown Hill Village Association. This is her first time judging for Hill-O-Ween. We hope we’ll see you next year, Sasha!
Erin James: A neighbor who demonstrates her love of Crown Hill pets by hosting the Good Dog Biscuit Box.
Holly Rose, owner of Rocket Dog Care: Beloved by dogs around the village, Holly has judged all five Crown Hill-O-Ween pet parades.
The entrants this year were so fun! Here’s how it all shook out.
The team would like to thank our sponsors. Without you, we couldn’t make this fun event happen:
Just Food For Dogs: Thanks to your cash sponsorship, we were able buy a park permit!
All the Best Pet Care: Thank you for donating 5 prize packages for our winners!
Barking Dog Alehouse: Thank you for donating three prizes- We know our winners are going to love their hats and their meal at the Barking Dog!
ARC Dance: Thank you for running the Tattoo booth! Everyone, check out their upcoming Nutcracker Sweets performance- the fastest Nutcracker in Seattle!
Crown Hill neighbors, do you have cute pet costumes to show off? We’d love to see them! Ping us on Instagram! And don’t forget to follow us!
Thanks to all of our great volunteers who helped set up and tear down this event, who staffed booths and stood in the rain taking photos. And thanks to the planning team, who pulled it all together.
Did you enjoy this event? Why not volunteer for next year?
