# Paws with Claus: Holiday Photos at Downtown Cary Park

> Event for families in the Raleigh–Cary area (NC). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Sun, Dec 13 · 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Where: Downtown Cary Park — Bark Bar, 327 S. Academy Street, Cary, NC 27511
- Ages: Check age guidance
- Price: Free
- Organizer: Town of Cary
- Official page: https://www.carync.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/27301/154
- Last checked: Tue, Nov 3

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## About

Free Santa photo event for dogs and their owners at the Bark Bar dog park in Downtown Cary Park — bring the whole family plus the pup for holiday pictures.

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