Furry Friends Meet Up

Friends of the Rail Park welcomes park goers and their dogs for a puppy playdate, complete with treats, a photo booth, giveaways, exclusive merchandise, and special guests. It will be a paws-itively good time!!

This meet-up is the final event in our Dog Days of Summer Fundraising Campaign– an effort to engage pet owners and enhance park stewardship through fundraising and spreading awareness of regulations and best practices for people whose furry friends enjoy the Rail Park.

Donate to the Campaign:

Now through September 12, the Dog Days of Summer Campaign is fundraising $5,000 to keep the Rail Park a happy, healthy space for park goers and furry friends alike. A donation directly contributes to pet related maintenance expenses and keeps the park safe and enjoyable for community members!

Pay it forward for your pet to be eligible for perks!

• Donations of $25 or more receive one raffle entry into our furry friends giveaway bundle, complete with Rail Park merch and goodies from our favorite local pet shops.

• Donations of $50 or more receive a limited edition Rail Park dog tag for your pup or your keychain.

• Donations of $100 or more receive special recognition of you and your furry friend on the Rail Park website and social media!

To make a donation, visit our official campaign page , donate directly via eventbrite or donate during the meet-up!

Know Before You Go:

• In case of inclement weather, the Furry Friends Meet-Up will be cancelled
• The Rail Park has one ADA-accessible entrance on Noble Street. You can enter the Rail Park by ramp East of Broad on Noble Street, or by stairs on Callowhill Street between 11th and 12th St. The Callowhill entrance requires using stairs.
• The Rail Park is completely outdoors with the tree cover only. We will provide canopies that will offer shade and relief from the sun while it’s still out. We recommend dressing appropriately for the weather, with comfortable and protective clothing.
• Masking is strongly encouraged within six feet of other people. We will have protective face masks and hand sanitizer available at the park.
• There are no bathrooms at the Rail Park. Please plan accordingly.
• There will be music playing throughout the event. We recommend bringing ear protection if you are sensitive to sound. Additionally, we will provide earplugs for anyone who needs
• Please refer to our full Know Before you Go Guide for more information about how to navigate the park safely and comfortably.