Unleash the Dogs of Carmel - Opening Pawty & Reveal Walk

Join us for the paw-fect kickoff to the 2025 Dogs of Carmel public art program! Our Reveal Pawty begins with an opening reception at Carmel Plaza, followed by a festive stroll through Carmel-by-the-Sea’s Tail Trail, led by the one and only Valley Piper. Be among the first to meet this year’s pack of painted pups as each sculpture is officially unveiled at its host location.

🎨 About the Program
Presented by the Carmel Chamber of Commerce, the 2025 Dogs of Carmel celebrates local art, community spirit, and downtown exploration. This year’s collection features 12 unique dog sculptures, creatively painted by talented local artists and displayed at fostering businesses throughout Carmel-by-the-Sea from May through September.

🐶 Dog Adoption Auction
Each dog will be up for adoption through our online auction launching September 4. Bid to take home your favorite pup while supporting a great cause!

💛 Giving Back
We’re proud to partner with AFRP (Animal Friends Rescue Project) as our 2025 Charity Partner.

🎨 Participating Artists
Randi Beer · Bekah Bull · Tatiana Cabrera · Raven Cook · Marietta Hickey & Mollie Westphal · Edi Matsumoto · Lauren Merrill & France Ruhnke · Luke Metcalfe · David O’Neil · Patricia Qualls · René Romero Schuler · Beata Vavrova

📢 Interested in Sponsoring a Dog?
We still have dogs looking for sponsors! Please contact Kimberlie Guerrieri at membership@carmelchamber.org or (831) 624-3876 to learn more.

🎉 Special Thanks to Our Reception Sponsors:
Carmel Plaza and [Sponsor Name Coming Soon]

Let the tails wag, the art shine, and the community come together!