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Free “Wags & Wheels” Halloween Dog Pawty: Trunk Or Treat + Classic Cars (Fisherman’s Wharf)

Saturday, October 31, 2026 - 11:00 am to 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free & Paid Tickets Available

2860 Taylor Street San Francisco, CA 94133 | 2860 Taylor Street San Francisco, CA 94133

Event Details

A Trunk or Treat celebration benefitting our furry friends

Dogs in Halloween costumes. Trunk or treating with the Bay’s most beautiful classic cars. Free activities for dog lovers, families, and their friends. A pop-up marketplace for every pet lover. That’s what’s in store for the first annual Wags & Wheels October 31st at Fisherman’s Wharf.

Free to attend, and free to bring the whole crew!

What to Expect

  • Free entertainment & activities — Photo opps with a Giant Corgi Butt, dog run, lawn games, all day doggy disco with live DJs, demos, and more.
  • Live costume contests with prizes — Multiple competition categories for dogs and their human companions. $5–$20 sliding-scale donation to our adoption partner required for entry. Win cash prizes or make a donation in your honor to our adoption partner.
  • Trunk or Treat — trick-or-treat your way down a row of decorated classic cars. $5-20 sliding scale donation to our adoption partner for entry – comes with free face painting and Hot Wheels race entry.
  • Pet Marketplace — Shop from pet food, gear, accessories, and meet local pet service organizations.

Getting In

Free General Admission — Watch the costume contest, vote on the best trunk-or-treat host, shop the marketplace, and enjoy the free activities and entertainment.

Trunk or Treat Pass — $5
A donation-based pass benefiting the San Francsico SPCA that gets you access to the trunk-or-treat zone, free face painting, and an entry into the Hot Wheels Boogie Racer station. Pay what feels right — every dollar goes to a good cause.

Costume Contest Registry —$5
A donation-based entry fee for the following costume contest categories:

Dog categories:

Wharfiest Woof (costumes inspired by the Wharf: Think Chonkers, seagulls, crabs)

Fast & Furriest (car-themed doggy costumes),

Howl-O-ween King and Queen (best costumes full of Halloween spirit)

Human categories:

Wharf Wonder (costumes inspired by the Wharf)

Speed Racer (car-themed human costumes)

Group Costume

Good to Know

Family-friendly: open to all ages

Costumes encouraged: for dogs and humans alike.

Costume contest winners choose their prize — take it as cash, or donate it to the San Francisco SPCA in your dog’s name.

Pawty Etiquette:

  • Keep dogs on leashes in all general event spaces (off leash allowed in dog run with supervision)
  • Ask dog parents before petting or introducing your dog to a new furry friend
  • Use designated rest stations for potty relief and pickup after your furry friend
  • Use dog bowls to stay hydrated

Presented by Fisherman’s Wharf Community Benefit District and Into The Streets in partnership with the and the Port of San Francisco.

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE*
*Free & Paid Tickets Available
Categories: *Top Pick*, Fun & Games, Halloween, In Person, Kids & Families, Outdoors, Pets
Venue: 2860 Taylor Street San Francisco, CA 94133
Address: 2860 Taylor Street San Francisco, CA 94133

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