What Is Broadway Barks?
Broadway Barks is an annual dog and cat adoption event held in New York City, usually in July. Actors, singers, and other Broadway performers host adoptable animals from local shelters on a stage in a public park. The event pairs live entertainment with pet adoption.
How Broadway Barks Works
Shelter partners bring dogs and cats to the event, where they are presented on stage and in adoption areas. Attendees can meet animals, learn about adoption requirements, and complete applications on site. The event is free to attend, though donations to shelter partners are typically welcome.
Why Broadway Barks Matters
Broadway Barks raises visibility for shelter pets and promotes adoption over purchasing from breeders or pet stores. By using Broadway talent and media coverage, the event helps reduce shelter overcrowding and find homes for animals in need. For more details, visit broadwaybarks.org.
