The city of Auburn celebrates its second annual Petpalooza at Game Farm Park on Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It’s a special event for pet lovers and a special day for their cherished pets.

The day starts off at 9:30 a.m. with the 3K Dog Trot Fun Run on a course that is flat, easy and enjoyable for all ages. Water will be available for both pets and their people. There is a $20 registration fee and participants can sign up at the Parks & Recreation Office at 910 Ninth St. SE or fax them at 253-931-4005.

In conjunction with the Dog Trot and Petpalooza, Messiah Lutheran Church will offer a Celebration and Blessing of Pets from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Dog Trot participants will receive priority.

The fun continues in the park with an animal-related entertainment stage, Skyhoundz Canine Disc Championships, a petting zoo, an agility area, the “Unleashed” pet contests, a mechanical bull and inflatable rides.

More than 70 vendors will display their products as well as food and drinks and give-aways.

Along with the pet parade, the Main Stage entertainment will feature Reptile Isle, Valentine Performing Pigs, The Parrot Lady and more surprises.

This free award-winning event will take place at the park, 3030 R St. SE in Auburn.

The Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation Department was recognized by the Washington Festivals & Events Association for its efforts in coordinating the inaugural Petpalooza. Petpalooza picked up the gold medal award in the Community Service

Program category. The event also was awarded a gold medal award for T-shirt design and a silver medal award for Best Overall Promotional Campaign. These three awards are in addition to LERN’s international award for Best New Program, presented last November.

For more event information call 253-931-3043 or www.auburnwa.gov and click on Community Calendar.