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Still smiling about PUGapalooza 2026! 🐾💛

What a DAY! From the cutest pugs (and their equally wonderful humans 😉) to shopping, festivities, wagging tails and so much fun around the Market, this year’s PUGapalooza was one for the books.

A huge thank you to our incredible presenting sponsor, the National Pancreatic Cancer Foundation @hope4pc , for helping make this special day possible. 💜
And to our amazing partners at Pacific Pug Rescue @pacificpugs ! We’re so grateful to work alongside you and celebrate the wonderful pug-loving community you’ve created!🐾

And of course, THANK YOU to every pug, pup parent, shopper, vendor and friend who came out and made the day so memorable. 🐶✨

Two years of PUGapalooza down… and we’re already counting down to the THIRD annual PUGapalooza in 2027! 🎉🐾

Until next year, pug people. 💛

#portlandsaturdaymarket #portlandsaturdays #portlandoregonevents #thingstodoportland #pugapalooza

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ICYMI ✨ PUGapalooza posters are now available online! Link in my bio. Thanks for the outpouring of #puglove y’all!

I designed this piece for free for @portlandsaturdaymarket, of which I am a member. The commemorative poster was printed by PSM thanks to sponsorship by @thecolumbian and @hope4pc.
These were initially created as a day-of purchase, and sold out around 11am last Saturday during the event, before a lot of people had a chance to buy one.

Many people reached out to me hoping to get one, so I am producing a 2nd limited edition print run on my own.
Tell your pug friends!

Shipping is available and free local-pickup (SE Portland).

$1 of each poster goes to @pacificpugs rescue!

-Kat 🐶🐶🐶

#portlandsaturdaymarket #puglife #pugsofinstagram #portlandartist

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PUGAPALOOZA 2026 RECAP 🥹

Is this the boots on the ground journalism you asked for? No. Is this the boots on the ground journalism you need? I’ll let you be the judge.

I don’t normally post on the weekends, but I couldn’t resist showing you all these pups immediately!!

This is your sign to go to the free events near you, however random they may seem. It may just be your favorite event ever 🤩

Shoutout @portlandsaturdaymarket @pacificpugs @hope4pc for hosting!
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WE’RE OPEN! 🎉🐾 And today is extra paw-some because it’s PUGapalooza Day at Portland Saturday Market! 🐶✨

Come shop local, grab something delicious, enjoy the market and prepare yourself for a whole lot of pugs taking over the waterfront!!❤️

🐾 PUGapalooza festivities
🛍️ 150+ local makers & artists
🍴 Food & drinks
🎶 Live music
☀️ A perfect Saturday at the Market

We’re here 10am-5pm under the Burnside Bridge! So, come spend the day with us! 💛

#portlandsaturdaymarket #portlandevents #thingstodoportland #shoplocal #portlandartmarket

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PUGAPALOOZA is TOMORROW @portlandsaturdaymarket 😆🥳🤗🤪 Swipe for details. It’s going to be amazing!
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#pugs #pugparty #pugapalooza #portlandsaturdaymarket #travelportland

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TOMORROW!! 🐾🎬✨
PUGapalooza is happening THIS SATURDAY all day and we are so ready for a day full of pugs, prizes, shopping & a whole lot of adorable chaos!🐶💖

See you Saturday at Portland Saturday Market! 🎉

#portlandsaturdaymarket #thingstodoportland #portlandevents #portlandoregonevents #travelportlandoregon

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🚨✨Wee-oo wee-oo Pugapalooza is upon us! Here’s the commemorative event poster I created for @portlandsaturdaymarket 💛 Grab a poster this Saturday 8/29 and proceeds go to @pacificpugs

Come for the Prettiest Pug pageant starting at 11am, stay for the handmade art, local wares, & food from over 150 vendors

Hope to see you there! 🐶🐶🐶

#portlandsaturdaymarket #portlandevents #portlandartist #puglove #travelportland

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Pugs. Prizes. Shopping. An unreasonable amount of cuteness. 🐶✨

PUGapalooza is taking over Portland Saturday Market on Saturday, August 29 from 10am–5pm! Come celebrate, shop, snack & support Pacific Pug Rescue! 🐾💛 @pacificpugs

See you there!

Thank you to our sponsor: @hope4pc

#portlandsaturdaymarket #travelportland #portlandwaterfront #thingstodoportland #pugapalooza

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💜THANK YOU TO OUR PUGAPALOOZA 2026 SPONSOR: The National Pancreatic Cancer Foundation @hope4pc 💜

The National Pancreatic Cancer Foundation (NPCF) is a national nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by pancreatic cancer through compassionate patient support, education, awareness, research, and access to integrative therapies. We work to ensure that no one faces pancreatic cancer alone by connecting patients and families with trusted resources, clinical trial information, advocacy, and hope while investing in research focused on early detection and innovative integrative treatment approaches to improve both survival and quality of life.

#portlandsaturdaymarket #hope4pc #pacreaticcancerawareness

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🐾 THE PUGS ARE BACK… and somehow they’re even cuter this year!🐾

Mark your calendars because PUGapalooza is officially returning to Portland Saturday Market for its 2nd annual celebration and this year’s event is going to be bigger, better and packed with even more pug-tastic fun!

Join us on Saturday, August 29 from 10am-5pm for a full day of adorable pugs, shopping local, great food, live music, prizes and fundraising for Pacific Pug Rescue - all presented by the National Pancreatic Cancer Foundation.

Here’s what you can look forward to:
🐶 The Prettiest Pug Pageant (this year’s theme: Barkbuster Movies!)
🎁 Prize baskets worth $200+
🎟️ Raffles and giveaways
🎨 Exclusive 2026 commemorative poster by @wildkatstudio
🛍️ Shop participating vendors to support Pacific Pug Rescue
💜 Donate to Pacific Pug Rescue for raffle entries, matching donations and special surprises
🍿 Delicious food, drinks and treats
🐾 Hundreds of pugs (and countless photo opportunities!)

Whether you’re a proud pug parent, a dog lover or just looking for one of Portland’s happiest summer events, PUGapalooza is the place to be!

📍 Portland Saturday Market
🗓 Saturday, August 29
⏰ 10am-5pm

Tag your fellow pug lovers below and let us know… is your pup entering the pageant? 👇🐾

#pugapalooza #portlandsaturdaymarket #thingstodoportland #weekendevents #portlandevents

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Calling all pugs, pug mixes and flat-faced cuties! 🐾

Registration is officially OPEN for Portland’s second annual Prettiest Pug Pageant brought to you by @hope4pc and @pacificpugs and we can’t wait to see your pups strut their stuff! This year’s theme is Barkbuster Movies, so start dreaming up a show-stopping costume inspired by your favorite film! 🎬🍿

Registration details:
🐶 Online registration is open now (link in bio & on our website)
📅 Registration closes Friday, August 21 at 12:00 AM
🐾 Space is limited, so don’t wait to sign up!

Pageant Day:
📅 Saturday, August 29
🕥 Check-in: 10:15 AM to 10:45 AM
🎉 Pageant begins: 11:00 AM
📍 Portland Saturday Market Main Stage

Who can enter?
🐾 All pugs, pug mixes and flat-faced breeds are encouraged to compete!

Awards:
🏆 People’s Choice
👑 Portland’s Prettiest Pug

Winners will take home a curated prize basket thanks to our amazing sponsoring vendors!

Grab your costumes, strike your best pose and get ready for a paw-sitively unforgettable day at PUGapalooza! Register today before spots fill up! 🐶🎥🍿

#portlandsaturdaymarket #pugapalooza #prettiestpug #puglove #portlandpugs

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