From pup cups to splash pools, vendors at the Dog Day of Summer are excited to host our four-legged friends Aug. 16 in Manayunk. (Image courtesy of Korey Aversa/Aversa PR)
The dog days of summer are back in Philadelphia! The Manayunk Development Corporation invites dog lovers and their furry four-legged companions to the highly anticipated Dog Day of Summer on Saturday, Aug. 16, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
In time for August as National Dog Month, Main Street Manayunk will transform into a tail-wagging haven filled with pet vendors, pup-centric giveaways, adoptable rescues, custom portraits, splash zones and more. New for 2025, look for a Yards Paws and Pints Passport at nearly a dozen participating bars and restaurants.
Whether you're looking to adopt a new best friend, spoil your pup, or enjoy an afternoon stroll through the vibrant community, Dog Day of Summer offers something for every breed and human alike. Dog Day of Summer is family and fido friendly and open to the community with no charge to attend. Food, drink and shopping are pay-as-you-go.
Look for Dog Day of Summer activities to be spread throughout locations in downtown Manayunk, including Canal View Park, Richards Apex, Manayunk’s Art Allies and in front of select businesses on Main Street. For more info and the updated line-ups, visit https://manayunk.com/mnyk-events/stroll-after-hours/.
The Dog Day of Summer is coming to Manayunk with a bark and a wag. (Image courtesy of Korey Aversa/Aversa PR) Leash up your pups and join us for Dog Day of Summer on Saturday, Aug. 16. Whether you're ready to adopt, shop, sip or just soak up the vibes with your dog, this beloved Manayunk tradition has something for every pet lover. The day, celebrating the neighborhood’s ever growing canine community, will bring a variety of pet-friendly vendors, adoptions, treats, activities, and more all along Main Street Manayunk.
New for 2025, raise a pint to your pups with the Yards Pints and Paws Passport. Head to participating bars and restaurants for Yards specials, plus collect stamps and be entered to win Yards dog-themed prizes. Paws for Cause is back and expanded for 2025. Adopt a new friend with
Bennett's Buddies with The NEW 96.5 FM and the PSPCA sponsored by
BluePearl Pet Hospital. Bennett and The NEW 96.5 FM will be broadcasting live, with adoptable pets from
Pennsylvania SPCA.
Other events will include Yappy Hour at The Brass Tap, Adoptable Dog Meet and Greet at City of Paws Pet Care, Dog Day Raffle and Giveaways, Dan's Toonz sketching caricatures of pet parents and their furry friends, cool-down stations and chill zones with doggie pools, pup cups and more, plus vendors, pet wellness information, dog-themed hot sauces, sidewalk sales, dog beer samples, open play yard party, and much more.
On Aug. 16, all pups are welcome to attend the Dog Day of Summer along with their mom and/or dad. (Image courtesy of Korey Aversa/Aversa PR)
Featured Activities and Experiences
Yards Pints & Paws Passport
Check in at the Yards tent to get your Pints & Paws Passport. Visit participating locations offering Yards Brews on special, collect stamps, and return your completed passport to the Yards tent for a dog-themed, Yards-branded prize.
Bennett’s Buddies
Paws for a Cause with Bennett, The NEW 96.5, and the PSPCA
Sponsored by BluePearl Pet Hospital
Richard’s Apex Lot - 4202 Main Street
Yappy Hour at The Brass Tap
Bring your pup and enjoy happy hour pricing at The Brass Tap’s dog-friendly patio.
Adoptable Dog Meet & Greets
City of Paws Pet Care is partnering with a local rescue (TBA) to bring adoptable dogs looking for their forever homes.
Dog Day Raffle & Giveaways
Stop by the Manayunk Tent at Richard’s Apex to enter for a chance to win the Dog Day raffle basket, packed with treats, toys, and goodies from local pet businesses.
Custom Pet Portraits & Local Art
Dan’s Toonz will be sketching caricatures of pet parents and their furry friends on Cotton Street. Local artists will also be on-site offering custom pet portraits, pet-themed artwork, and handmade gifts.
Cool-Down Stations
City of Paws Pet Care & Supply will host a shaded chill zone featuring doggie pools, pup cups, and giveaway bags for the first 25 visitors. Stop by Animedic Veterinary Hospital for a refreshing pup cup ice cream treat.
Manayunk Merchant Events and Promos
Animedic Veterinary Hospital – Ice cream pup cups and pet wellness info
City of Paws Pet Care & Supply – Splash pools, rescue resources, and giveaways
Hotbox Philly – Dog-themed hot sauces and fun fre ebies
Pet Friendly Dog Bakery – Sidewalk sale, “cutie mark” tushy decals, dog beer samples, and open yard play
The Brass Tap – Dog-friendly Yappy Hour with drink specials
Outdoor Vendors at Richard's Apex (4202 Main St., Manayunk)
Animal Care and Control Team of Philadelphia (ACCT Philly)
Bow-Nut Bites
Dazzeled Dogs
Lily Lough Jewelry
MagHugg
M&M Mobile Bar Company
Me & My Dog Pet Bakery, LLC
MohrDoesArt
My Lil Buddy Dog Ice Cream Mix
New Leash on Life USA
Pet Portraits by Elizabeth Weglein
Philadelphia Animal Specialty and Emergency (PASE)
Philly Paws & Claws Co.
Super Pups
Willy From Philly Treats
Look for more vendors and activities to be announced and shared closed to the event.
For more information and added vendors/events, visit manayunk dot com or follow @ManayunkDotCom on Instagram and Facebook.
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Manayunk Development Corporation (MDC) is a charitable organization with both a primary business development mission and a cooperating community development mission. As a business development organization, MDC takes primary responsibility for the management, promotion, and positive business development of the Main Street business district. As a community development corporation, MDC cooperates with other civic and community organizations in the Manayunk area to plan and carry out community programming and physical improvement projects of interest to both businesses and residents in Manayunk.
Information and images courtesy of Aversa PR
