Weekly Column and CNEWS TV Features Will Highlight Rescue Organizations, Pet Health, and Festival Programming Leading Up to the 2027 Event
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The Big Woof Festival, South Florida’s largest outdoor dog lovers’ celebration, today announced a strategic media partnership with Community Newspapers, one of the region’s most respected and widely read local media organizations.
Through this partnership, Community Newspapers will serve as an Official Media Partner of The Big Woof Festival 2027, helping to expand awareness of pet adoption, responsible pet ownership, and animal wellness initiatives across South Florida.
As part of the collaboration, Community Newspapers will feature a dedicated weekly column covering festival news, pet care topics, local rescue organizations, adoption success stories, and expert insights on animal health and wellness. In addition, CNEWS TV will provide regular coverage of festival activities, community initiatives, sponsor spotlights, and interviews with local animal welfare leaders.
The partnership aligns with both organizations’ commitment to strengthening communities and improving the lives of animals throughout Miami-Dade and Broward.
“Community Newspapers has earned a reputation for championing the issues, organizations, and people that make our communities stronger,” said Carlos Blanco, Co-Founder of The Big Woof Festival. “Their reach and credibility throughout South Florida make them an ideal partner as we work to promote pet adoption, support local rescue organizations, and educate families about responsible pet ownership. Together, we have an opportunity to create meaningful awareness and impact.”
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Grant Miller, Publisher and Editor of Community Newspapers, said the partnership reflects the publication’s ongoing commitment to community-focused storytelling.
“The Big Woof Festival represents the very best of community engagement,” said Miller. “It brings together families, businesses, animal welfare organizations, and pet lovers around causes that truly matter. Through our newspaper, digital platforms, and CNEWS TV, we look forward to sharing stories that encourage pet adoption, promote animal wellness, and celebrate the extraordinary bond between people and their pets.”
The Big Woof Festival will return to Regatta Park in Coconut Grove on January 16-17, 2027. Building on the success of its inaugural event, the festival is expected to attract thousands of attendees for a weekend of exciting dog competitions and demonstrations, adoption opportunities, educational programming, wellness activities, live entertainment, and family-friendly experiences.
About Community Newspapers
The Community Newspaper is a trusted source of local news and information serving communities throughout South Florida through its print, digital, social, and broadcast platforms, including CNEWS TV. The publication is dedicated to informing, engaging, and strengthening the communities it serves through quality journalism and community-focused programming. For more information about Community Newspapers, please visit: www.communitynewspapers.com.
About The Big Woof Festival
Taking place on January 16-17, 2027, The Big Woof Festival—Miami’s only large-format dog festival in the nation’s 8th largest dog ownership market—brings together thousands of dog lovers, families, and rescue organizations for a weekend of adoption, community, and celebration. The festival showcases Champion Frisbee Dog performances, entertaining pup contests, K-9 exhibitions, dog training demonstrations, wellness talks, vendor booths, and delicious food and drinks. The festival takes place at Regatta Park in Coconut Grove. The festival’s prime benefactor is PAWS4you, a Miami-based rescue shelter. In addition, Miami-Dade Animal Services will also participate in the festival.
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For more festival information, please visit www.thebigwooffest.com.
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