It’s back!  The 2nd Annual “Must Love Dogs” Dog Show at The Salt Shed! Join us for a tail-wagging evening packed with surprises, prizes, and plenty of adorable furry friends. This isn’t your traditional dog show - it’s our hilarious take on a canine obstacle course, hosted by comedians Deanna Ortiz and Maeve Devitt. What to expect/enjoy: - Dog treats and games with our friends at Canine Crews - Dog-centric vendors and activities - Prizes from our friends at Lagunitas - A chance for your pup to help you win tickets to a future Salt Shed concert!   Event Schedule: Doors Open: 5:30 PM Dog Show Registration Closes: 7:00 PM Show Begins: 7:30 PM Whether you’re competing or just coming to cheer on the pups, this is your chance to connect with fellow dog lovers for a fun night of music, laughs, and canine chaos at The Salt Shed Fairgrounds. Bring your pup, bring your friends, and get ready for a paws-itively unforgettable evening! A portion of the proceeds will go to One Tail at a Time. HOST BIOS: Deanna - Voted Best Standup in The Chicago Reader’s 3 years in a row, and named one of Time Out’s Comics To Watch in 2025, Deanna Ortiz is the host of the podcast ‘Crushes!’, ‘Crime For Bed’ on Hatch+, and The Drunk Cooking Show on Instagram. She has worked as a contributing writer for NPR’s Wait Wait Don’t Tell Me, and her standup has been featured in Vulture, WGN News, FOX Good Day Chicago, and TimeOut Chicago. Insta - @deannaortiz_ Maeve - Maeve Devitt is a comedian and actor in Chicago. She is a regular at The Laugh Factory and Lincoln Lodge, where she is on the cast of the PrimeTime Showcase. Insta - @daevemevitt NOTICE: DOG OWNER LIABILITY WAIVER By entering this event, all attendees acknowledge and agree to the following: Owners are fully responsible for their dogs at all times, including behavior, interactions, and any incidents that may occur. The Salt Shed, event organizers, staff, and affiliates assume no liability for any injuries, damages, or incidents caused by attendee-owned dogs. Attendees voluntarily accept all risks associated with bringing a dog into a public space with other animals and people. Any dog exhibiting aggressive behavior must be removed immediately at the owner's expense. By participating, you acknowledge and agree to these terms.