Paws and Glow: Nevada SPCA’s 5th Annual Neon Dog Walk Returns to Las Vegas on October 18
Get ready to glow for a cause — because tails, tunes, and neon lights are back for one of the most heartwarming events on the Vegas calendar! The Nevada SPCA’s 5th Annual Neon Dog Walk is set to illuminate Silverado Ranch Park on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. This dazzling, dog-friendly, family-focused celebration is one of the shelter’s biggest fundraisers of the year, with every registration and donation helping save the lives of homeless pets across Southern Nevada. Expect glowing collars, wagging tails, and a festival atmosphere that proves doing good can be a whole lot of fun.
Walk, Wag, and Shine Bright
As the sun sets, hundreds of pups and their people will hit the park for an evening that’s equal parts charity walk and neon party. Registration opens at 3 p.m., with the official walk kicking off at 4 p.m. — and you’ll want to come dressed to impress! Bright neon outfits, LED collars, glow sticks, and matching human–dog costumes are all encouraged, with prizes up for grabs for the “Best in Glow.” Every paid participant receives a commemorative T-shirt and a “wag bag” filled with goodies from event sponsors, and the top fundraisers will snag major prizes, including Frontier Airlines tickets, doggie gift baskets, and even the chance to have their pup featured as the official face of next year’s Neon Dog Walk.
More than just a fun stroll, the event’s proceeds power the Nevada SPCA’s life-saving programs — from pet adoptions and foster care to medical aid for sick or injured animals. It’s a walk that truly makes every step (and every wag) count toward giving local pets a second chance.
The Neon Village Experience
Once the walk is done, the party moves to the Neon Village, an after-walk festival that’s as vibrant as it sounds. Open to the public, this glowing hub will be buzzing with live music, stage shows, contests, food vendors, and a beer garden featuring local favorites like Mojave Brewing, Las Vegas Brewing, Big Dogs Brewing, and North 5th Brewing Company — plus cocktails courtesy of Tito’s Vodka.
Pet-friendly vendors will line the park with treats, toys, and accessories, while the LVMPD K-9 unit will showcase thrilling demonstrations. There’ll also be dog agility sessions, training demos, and kids’ craft zones, ensuring fun for the whole family. Friendly, leashed dogs are welcome throughout the evening, and the park will be glowing with color as the community comes together to celebrate compassion in the brightest way possible.
Fundraising with Heart
The Neon Dog Walk isn’t just about lighting up the park — it’s about lighting up lives. All funds raised go directly toward Nevada SPCA’s mission to reduce pet homelessness and animal suffering across Southern Nevada. That means your registration helps provide medical care, food, shelter, and love to thousands of animals in need each year.
And for those who love a little friendly competition, there’s even more reason to fundraise. Along with the top individual and team prizes, special awards will be handed out for the “Pupkin Pie Eating Contest,” “Pawsport” Challenge, and other fun categories throughout the evening.
So grab your pup, throw on your brightest neon, and get ready for an unforgettable night under the Vegas sky — because when it comes to saving lives, the Nevada SPCA proves that every glow, every walk, and every wag truly matters.
