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Arizona Animal Welfare League’s largest annual fundraiser will be a tail-wagging tailgate to remember this fall!

More than 3,000 people and dogs, outfitted in their favorite sports jerseys, will tackle pet homelessness with a 2k and 5k walk at the college-tailgate themed 21st annual Walk to Save Animals. While team rivalries are encouraged among fundraisers, all money benefits a uniting cause. AAWL is the state’s oldest and largest no-kill animal shelter. It rescues, rehomes and rehabilitates more than 4,000 animals every year from around the state. In addition to the walk, attendees can visit the pet marketplace with animal-friendly vendors, meet adoptable dogs and partake in an alumni parade. Additional features will be announced as we get closer to the event.

Who: Arizona Animal Welfare League

What: 21st Annual Walk to Save Animals

Where: Tempe Town Lake, 80 E. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe

When: Saturday, Nov. 2, 8 a.m.

How much: $35 per adult, discounted youth tickets also available

More info: Walktosaveanimals.org (NOTE: registration opens June 30)