Get ready for an evening of good vibes and saving lives. This dog-friendly, beach-themed event is a summer celebration for more than 500 luau guests and their pets on the nation’s largest rooftop venue! Guests will sip frozen cocktails and soak up the sun while taking in 270-degree water views of Lake Michigan. As the sun sets, they will dance the night away; enjoy an open bar, dinner, live and silent auctions, pet spa services, raffles, and so much more!   

Turn your passion into action. The PAWS 5K is Chicago’s LARGEST dog-friendly charity event and a day of fun, dog agility courses, raffles, entertainment, treats, dog spa and pools, and more!  Sponsors will enjoy direct access to our guests, as well as complimentary registrations for their employees and/or guests. In addition, our Corporate Challenge offers a group opportunity for employee bonding and networking with other pet-minded professionals. 

Make your miles matter. TEAM PAWS Chicago is the fifth largest charity team, the largest local charity team, and the largest animal welfare team in the BOA Chicago Marathon with over 470 runners. Runners fundraise for PAWS Chicago and are treated to fundraising and training support throughout the year, runner swag, and the ultimate race weekend experience with our PAWSta Party and Race Day Resort, featuring indoor gear check, food and drinks, massages, recovery boots, a live DJ, photobooths, and more—right across the street from the starting line!

Bask in an evening of black ties and puppy dog eyes. The Fur Ball is a black-tie gala hosted by our Development Board. Guests and their pooches wear their finest and celebrate life with Chicago’s like-minded homeless pet philanthropists while surrounded by the Drake Hotel’s festive holiday decorations. The evening features our red carpet, an elegant dinner, a dog buffet and pet spa, silent and live auctions, dancing, photobooth, raffle and more!