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2023 Tucson Subaru Pets of Pima Parade: A Joyful Celebration of Our Pets!

The 2nd Annual Tucson Subaru Pets of Pima Parade was an amazing success, taking place on February 18th along the vibrant Historic 4th Avenue. Over 1,200 enthusiastic participants joined the parade, showcasing their beloved pets of all shapes and sizes – from dogs, cats, and rabbits to snakes, lizards, birds, goats, pigs, and so much more!

 

An impressive crowd of 30,000 people gathered to cheer on the adorable participants and revel in the excitement of the day. TV stations FOX11 and MY18 were on hand to capture the fun, broadcasting the event four times for everyone to enjoy.

 

But the festivities didn't stop there! After the parade, the 4 Legs on 4th Festival featured a bustling vendor fair, a lively FunZone packed with kid-friendly activities, and thrilling live entertainment on the TFCU Stage, thanks to Arizona Music Connection. The HSL Properties Adoption Extravaganza was a highlight of the event, and PACC, along with other participating rescues, celebrated a fantastic total of 11 adoptions that day!

 

It was an unforgettable day for PACC, Friends of PACC, and the entire pet-loving community. A huge thank you to everyone who came out to support and join in the fun!

Congratulations to the following Parade honorees: 

Top Fundraising Team: A Loyal Companion 

Top Fundraising Individual: John Goordman 

Best Pet Themed Float, presented by UA College of Veterinary Medicine: Better Business Bureau 

FOX 11 Co-Princesses of the Parade: Yoshi the bearded dragon with Joanna Grijalva and Moons with Melissa Stevens 

Miss Pin-up of the PACC: Raven Von Vixen 

50/50 Drawing Winner: Alex Verdugo

Parade Grand Marshal: Supervisor Sharon Bronson 

Dog Grand Marshal: Brook Mockler with Katherine Mockler 

Cat Grand Marshal: Pepper with Stephania Falcon 

 

Thank you to all the sponsors that help make the 2023 Parade possible.

Tucson Subaru, Raising Canes, Central Pet, Copper Dog Whisky, Tucson Federal Credit Union, TEP, HSL Properties, Tucson Airport, BBB, Comcast, UA College of Vet Medicine, Saguaro Solar, TMC Health, Sunlink, 4th Ave Merchant Assoc, iHeartMedia, AZ Daily Star, Fox11/My18, Tucson Comic Con, Tucson Dog Magazine, Arizona Music Connection, Republic Services, and Thriveworks.

Check out all the pics on our Parade Instagram: instagram.com/petsofpimaparade