Hounds of Halloween

The BID is seeking applications from vendors who provide services, activities, and/or sell products, food, or treats that are appropriate and theme-fitting for an event that celebrates pets (especially dogs) and their human companions. Vendors whose offerings include art, handmade goods, merchandise, or pre-packaged baked goods may apply here. Non-profits, community organizations, or companies promoting a product or service may also use this application.

On Saturday, October 17, ghoulish golden retrievers, devilish dachshunds, and terrifying terriers will return to roam the streets of downtown Albany for the BID's annual dog trick-or-treating event: Hounds of Halloween! This paw-some annual event features a Canine Costume Contest with prizes for the winners, dog trick-or-treating at dozens of Downtown Albany businesses, a Puppy Parade, plus Yappy Hour with Common Roots Brewing Company, and specials at participating bars and restaurants. 

The BID is seeking applications from vendors who provide services, activities, and/or sell products, food, or treats that are appropriate and theme-fitting for an event that celebrates pets (especially dogs) and their human companions. Pop-up food vendors, trucks, and trailers should apply here. 

On Saturday, October 17, ghoulish golden retrievers, devilish dachshunds, and terrifying terriers will return to roam the streets of downtown Albany for the BID's annual dog trick-or-treating event: Hounds of Halloween! This paw-some annual event features a Canine Costume Contest with prizes for the winners, dog trick-or-treating at dozens of Downtown Albany businesses, a Puppy Parade, plus Yappy Hour with Common Roots Brewing Company, and specials at participating bars and restaurants.