The Louisiana SPCA unleashed the fun on Oct. 5 when it held its second annual Carnival, presented by Bryan Subaru, at its New Orleans Campus.
The festive atmosphere was pet and family friendly with live music from Rebirth Brass Band and Where Y’acht, as well as performances from Yellow Box Circus, Linda the Bubble Lady and The Flying Buttresses.
Food was courtesy of a number of local restaurants such as Alma, Bacchanal, Beggar’s Banquet, Boucherie, The Chloe, Hilton Hotel and Jack Dempsey’s.
Adding some more excitement were the top three silent auction items of a Zasu private dining experience, a custom pet portrait by Julie Dalton Gourgues and a private dining experience with Chef Eric Cook.
The Louisiana SPCA was able to raise nearly $350,000, which goes towards the care of about 73,000 animals the shelter cares for annually. Also, part of the Carnival was an educational experience showcasing the journey of a shelter pet.
“We are so thankful to everyone that attended our second annual Carnival,” says Louisiana SPCA CEO Ana Zorilla. “Carnival for us is a way to bring people and pets together for a day of food, music and fun.” Event chair was Jessica Eastman.
At the end of the event, eight pets were given new homes with adoption fees being underwritten by Hahn Enterprises.
Fun Fact: The Louisiana SPCA will have its third annual Carnival on Oct. 18, 2025. Proceeds go towards advancing the Louisiana SPCA’s mission of advocating and advancing the well-being of companion animals.
