Traffic Light Bandana Dog Walk

This unique event promotes safe and respectful dog interactions, with our colorful traffic light bandanas and T-shirts helping everyone understand how our furry friends are feeling.

After a friendly township walk, enjoy a variety of exciting games like the egg-and-spoon race, open to teams, kids, seniors, and adults — all alongside their leashed dogs. New this year is the Look-A-Like Matching Pair (Big + Small Dog) classes.

We’ve got fantastic prizes up for grabs, including awards for the smallest and tallest dog, best-dressed dog, and the waggiest tail. Treat yourself to a Mrs. Whippy and Hazbeanz Coffee, and try on Cinderella's Boonies for a chance to WIN some waterproof boots.

Pre-registration is essential and closes two days before the event — sign up at Picton Vet Clinic or via Eventfinda to secure your spot, which includes a bandana and games entry. The public is warmly welcome to watch the fun.

Don’t miss this unforgettable day of furry festivities — we can’t wait to see you there!


Bandana Colour meanings......
RED - No Dogs - for those that are nervous needing others to stay away initially, or for those that may be inclined to bite. Ask first.
ORANGE - Caution - for those weiry of certain dogs or people approaching, so ask first. The dog or handler may also be recovering from surgery or be a pet sitter, new, nervous or senior handler that may not react so quick so best to keep your distance until interacted verbally.
YELLOW - Deaf or Blind - signifying a disability or illness, or senior and may just be more delicate!
GREEN - Friendly.

You Must register and pay BEFORE the event. Ticket sales here CLOSE 5pm Thursday 27 March, for us to prepare bandana bags. No gate sales.
Please provide your details, contact phone and email, and answer questions.

LOCATION - Memorial Park is next to the Coastguard Marlborough / St Johns buildings behind Picton Marina with entry at 77 Waikawa Road, Picton.
It is NOT on the Picton foreshore, where Google might send you to the war memorial!

Programme ...
The event starts with registration and supply of bandanas from 9 - 9.45am. Everything is optional participation. At 10am, join others in one of two walks around the Picton town showing off the colourful bandanas on the dogs. On return, we call in at a rest home.
From 11.30am the fun begins with a line up, games, awards, and prizes for Smallest,Tallest, and Oldest Dog and more....

EGG-AND-SPOON race – Teams (of 4), Seniors, Kids, Adults.
STATUES in music - Adults, Kids
Best Matching Look-A-Like Pair ( big + small dog )
Best Trick – Adults, Kids
Best Dressed Dog +/- Handler
Best Groomed, and more

You Must register and pay BEFORE the event. Ticket sales here CLOSE 5pm Thursday 27 March, for us to prepare bandana bags. No gate sales.
Please provide your details, contact phone and email, and answer questions.

To be held on Sat 29th March 2025, but if wet, it will be on Sun 30th March with notification on Picton Veterinary Clinic's Facebook, and via clinic door by 9am. Let us know if you live at a distance.

Dogs must wear current COUNCIL REGISTRATION TAG and the TLB Bandanas on the day.
Please bring water, sunscreen, extra cash, and a SMILE to enjoy yourself.

Safety ....
Participants acknowledge this is an ON LEAD event with dogs wearing the Traffic Light Bandanas. They promise to have dog(s) under control and NOT cause nuisanse or harm to other dogs or people at this event. Picton Vet is not responsible for any accidents occuring at this event and expects dangerous dogs to NOT attend.
Dogs must be over 3 months, fully vaccinated and registered with a district council.
Contagious diseases - Please do not bring your dog if it is coughing or has any other contagious disease, nor come yourself if unwell with flu like symptoms.