The Best Pool Party of the year is back! Home for Life® will combine the best of our two 2018 parties to create the ULTIMATE in dog pool events. For dogs and those who love them- an afternoon to celebrate the end of summer with your best friend....
Home for Life's Pool Party will welcome you and your dog(s) for fun in the sun at the beautiful Town & Country Club for an afternoon and summer evening of swimming in their Olympic size pool overlooking the Mississippi River
The event will open at 11 am with the DJ spinning the tunes, an amazing Caribbean inspired buffet, gourmet s'mores for dessert, tropical drinks, frosty beer, thrilling dog races featuring our wheelie dogs and loads of swimming and sun. By 3 pm, Minnesota's premier steel band, 33º North, will be on hand to set a more mellow vibe for the afternoon, and a small plate buffet will be served for those still hungry. MORE swimming and sun expected. Gift bags for all attendees.
FAQs
Where will this event be held and what time does it start and end?
Home for Life's BEST Pool Party of the Year will be held at the Town and Country Club, St. Paul, MN overlooking the Mississippi River,right off Marshall Avenue and easily accessible from Interstate 94. The event starts at 11:00 am and ends at 6 pm.
Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?
All dogs must be accompanied by handler over the age of 18.
As we will be serving alcohol with the barbecue & lunch and dinner, please be prepared to present your ID if you would like to have a beer or a tropical cocktail
What does my RSVP price include?
The ticket price of $50 admits one handler over the age of 18, and one dog, from 11 am until 3 pm and includes: swimming for you and your pet, grab bag for your dog, and luncheon and barbecue buffet for people, and also for people, EITHER one Tropical drink ticket or two tickets for frosty,cold beer: SOLD OUT!
Children 16 and under are welcome at this event: ticket price for this event is $15.00 per kid, for either the first or second part of the event. Kids must be accompanied by at least 1 adult handler!
The ticket price of $60 is for the entire day of festivities and admits one handler over the age of 18, and one dog, from 11 am until 6pm and includes: swimming for you and your pet, grab bag for your dog, and luncheon and barbecue buffet for people, and also for people, EITHER two Tropical drink tickets or three tickets for frosty,cold beer and the small plates buffet served at dinner time, at approximately 5 pm.: SOLD OUT!
The ticket price of $25 admits one guest attending WITHOUT a dog for the first half of the event ( 11 am- 3 pm) OR the second half of the event ( 3pm- 6 pm) and includes swimming and luncheon and barbecue buffet and EITHER one Tropical drink ticket or two tickets for frosty, cold beer OR from 3 pm 6 pm, swimming and small plates dinner and EITHER one tropical drink ticket or two tickets for frosty cold beer We also have an option available for those who want to stay for the entire event, and are attending without a dog( $50). Please see the ticket order form to RSVP!
The ticket price of $40 for the second half of the event,the Sunset Reggae Swim Party, admits one guest and one dog for the SECOND PART OF THE EVENT 3 PM - 6 PM ONLY and includes swimming, the live music of Minnesota's premier steel drum band 33 Degrees North,small plate dinner buffet. Soft drinks and lemonade and iced tea will be available and EITHER one Tropical drink ticket or two tickets for frosty, cold beer SOLD OUT!
The ticket price of $200 admits a family of up to six people & up to two dogs from 3 pm- 6 pm, including at least two handlers over the age of 18 and includes swimming,small plates buffet, the live music of Minnesota's premier steel drum band 33 Degrees North and EITHER one tropical drink or two frosty cold beers for each adult.
The ticket price of $250 admits a family of up to six people & up to two dogs from 11 am until 3 pm including at least two handlers over the age of 18 and includes swimming, luncheon and barbecue buffet, and EITHER one tropical drink or two frosty cold beers for each adult.
Attention wheelchair doggie Racers!: Ticket Price of $40: Receive a 20% discount on the RSVP price if you participate in a race event the day of the Pool Party
How do I confirm my registration?:
TICKETS WILL NOT BE SENT. Eventbrite will confirm your registration by email. Home for Life will have your name and number attending on our guest list at registration at event check in
Does my dog have to be a certain size to attend?
ALL well behaved dogs are welcome to attend the pool party. The Town & Country Club's pool has two 3" shallow ends for dogs who are not used to swimming in deep water, and also has a separate zero depth entry wading pool for dogs who are unsure of the larger pool.
Can I attend the Pool Party event if I don't bring a dog?
YES! We welcome those who love dogs and who want to join us for the barbecue and luncheon or for the second half of the event for the small plates dinner. A lower ticket price applies.
Will there be vegetarian selections on the lunch and barbecue buffet?
Yes we will offer vegetarian and vegan options
Will there be non alcoholic beverages served?
Yes we will have pop,lemonade, infused waters,iced tea and coffee which are included as part of the ticket price.There will also be a cash bar.Water dishes and treats in the grab bag will be available for all dogs.
What time is the buffet and barbecue lunch?
The lunch buffet and barbecue is expected to begin at approximately 12: 30 pm
What time is the small plates dinner: The small plates dinner buffet will begin at approximately 5 pm.
Can kids attend this event?
YES! dogs and children must be accompanied by at least one adult handler!
Can people swim in the pool with the dogs?
YES! if you don't mind swimming with dogs :)
Should I bring anything with me to the event?
Your dog! and a swim suit! Please have your dog on a leash ( no flexi leads) when NOT in the pool
Please also plan to bring towels for you and your dog. The Town and Country Club will not be providing towels for this event. Please bring your own towels for you and your dog for this event!
Please be prepared to show proof of current vaccinations for your dog, especially rabies, if required.
if your dog needs a life jacket, please bring that with you as Home for Life will not have life jackets for your dog at the event. There will be lifeguards on duty.
What if my dog hears the call of nature?
No bathroom breaks in the pool if possible. Home for Life's volunteers will be on hand with pooper scoopers and poop pick up bags will also be available.
Is the Pool area and lawn all fenced in? Yes the entire event area- pool and lawn area- is fenced in for your dog's safety.
What about parking? There is ample parking right next to the pool in the Town & Country's lot to the East of the pool area, just North of the Club Building on Marshall Avenue, and West of the golf course.
What time are the doggie wheelchair Races?! TBD but races are expected to take place immediately following the buffet luncheon. Races will take place on the lawn immediately to the south of the Pool.
What can/can't I bring to the event?
Please no Flexi Leads
Well behaved dogs only! Dogs must be safe around other dogs & children
All dogs must be on leash when not in the pool
Out of control or aggressive dogs will be asked to leave by our security team. No refunds under these circumstances
Let's make this a fun and safe event for all!
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