Young-Williams Animal Center will hold its annual Mardi Growl party at World’s Fair Park. Mardi Growl, now in its 14th year, is presented by Merchants of Beer and will feature a new venue and new events, including a pet show contest and party that is a safely distanced replacement for the traditional pet parade. The pet show contest starts at noon and will include seven fun categories for dogs, including Best Vol Spirit, Best Dawg Pack, Pet/Owner Look-a-like, Best Dog Couple, Most Unique Mixed Breed (Mutt), Best Costume and Best Naked Dog. At 3 p.m., Merchants of Beer at 137 S. Central St., will host the After Mardi Party, welcoming two- and four-legged friends to enjoy a DJ and stay for the Mardi Growl Prize Pack giveaway at 4 p.m.

Registration and information is available HERE.