Get ready, Stamford! The third annual Luckypawlooza is set to take over Mill River Park on October 19 and 20, bringing two days of fun, food, and furry friends to the community. Presented by Magna Construction, this year’s festival is expanding to accommodate even more activities, running from 12 PM to 5 PM on both Saturday and Sunday.
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The event aims to raise funds for Lucky Dog Refuge and improve the beloved dog park at Mill River Park. All proceeds will directly support dogs in need and enhance the park experience for its many four-legged visitors.

A Star-Studded Event
This year, the festival will be hosted by Sam Ramsdell, a Stamford resident and social media sensation known for her energetic personality and impressive comedic chops. Sam, who holds the Guinness World Record for the “World’s Largest Mouth,” will lead a live game of Lucky Dog Jeopardy, complete with exciting prizes and surprises. Festival-goers can also look forward to a meet-and-greet with her adorable rescue pups, Peach and Pru, along with her partner in fun, OHHH JAAAAMES!
Sam has taken the comedy world by storm, boasting over 3.5 million followers on TikTok and performing on platforms as renowned as The Ellen Show and Italy’s Got Talent. With training from prestigious comedy schools, she brings a unique blend of humor and heart to this year’s event.​

Music and More
The festival lineup also includes an array of live music, featuring Peter Benson kicking things off at noon on Saturday, followed by Mars Hendrick and his full band from 2 PM to 5 PM. On Sunday, the musical vibes continue with a solo set from Mars Hendrick at 12 PM, and the weekend wraps up with a performance by Tangled Vine from 2 PM to 5 PM.
And for all the dog lovers out there, don’t miss the crowd-favorite pup cups for your furry companions, along with a thrilling lure course where dogs can showcase their speed. Plus, the festival will feature a Blind Rhino beer garden, adoptable animals from local rescues, mouthwatering food trucks, friendly dog competitions, fun activities for kids, a silent auction, and handmade crafts from local artisans.

Community Spirit
Kirstin Mende, CEO and Co-Founder of Lucky Dog Refuge, expressed her excitement about the event: “We are thrilled to be hosting our third annual festival in the beauty of Mill River Park, surrounded by nature yet in the midst of Downtown Stamford. The proceeds from this event will go a long way towards helping our Lucky Dogs in need, as well as improving the existing dog park. One of our favorite parts of Luckypawlooza is seeing our adopted dogs all grown up with their loving families! This event is always such a fun reunion of our Lucky Dog family!”
Get Involved!
Tickets for Luckypawlooza are available here. If you’re looking to get involved, volunteers can sign up here.
So mark your calendars for this paws-itively delightful weekend! Join us in supporting our furry friends and enjoy the community spirit at Mill River Park. Let’s make this year’s Luckypawlooza the best one yet!