LouiePalooza

A benefit for our local animal shelters, in honor of Louie.

When
Sunday, October 11, 2026, 2–7 pm
Where
Andy Gavin's Pub, Scranton, PA
Cost
$25 donation, one domestic draft or house wine, half-price apps, beer samples, prizes

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LouiePalooza poster: Louie, a curly black dog in a blue collar, sits on the autumn-leaf-covered porch steps of Andy Gavin's Eatery & Pub. Sunday, October 11, 2026, 2 to 7 pm, Scranton. $25 donation.

What to expect

LouiePalooza is a heartfelt celebration of a very good boy, Louie, whose joyful spirit brought people together across the community.

Known for his friendly face and unforgettable sing-alongs with local bands at Andy Gavin's, Louie made every walk an event. He connected neighbors, musicians, and strangers alike with his boundless love.

This event honors Louie's legacy of joy, music, and togetherness. It brings people and pups together for a day of community, memories, and meaning.

All proceeds benefit local animal shelters, helping furry friends find the same love and care Louie gave so freely.

Your $25 donation includes

  • One domestic draft or house wine
  • Half-price apps
  • Beer samples
  • Prizes

On stage

  • The Wannabees
  • The Frost Duo
  • Strangers Rock
  • The Untouchables
  • Dirty Souls
  • Flynn & Quinn
  • Joseph Berti
  • Ronnie Morgan & Michael Quinlan
  • Jerry Trapper & Doctor C
  • And others

7:30 pm Nightcap: Clarence Spady and Friends, and Todd Tongdee Lavelle, live from Thailand. Donations appreciated.

About Louie

Louie, a black shaggy dog, sitting and looking at the camera Louie with friends and the band, leaning in for a group selfie Louie lying on a wood floor with one paw raised

Louie was the bestest dog. This benefit celebrates his memory and helps others like him.

Louie's life was full of love, loyalty, and simple joys: a walk down the street, a scratch behind the ears, his favorite songs, and being a friend to lean on. LouiePalooza is a tribute to his spirit. This is our way of showing gratitude for all the happiness he brought into this world, and a promise to pay that love forward to animals still waiting for their forever homes.

Thank you to our contributors

These local businesses, friends and families made LouiePalooza possible.

  • A's Eatery
  • Andy Gavin's – Don Surace & Staff
  • Boulevard Diner
  • Buddy Clarke's
  • Clear Channel – Ned Cullen
  • DaVinci Pizza
  • DFM Properties – Don Mammano
  • Downtown Cosgrove's
  • Duplicraft – Brian & Mark McGoff
  • Get Lashed by Ash
  • Groove Brewing
  • Hank's Hoagies
  • Highbridge House
  • James A. Doherty Co.
  • John Fetsock
  • Joyce Media – Kevin Joyce & Michael Schulte
  • Kelleher Tires
  • Lamar Advertising – Tom Donohue
  • Lavish
  • Lineage
  • Loading Dock Bar & Grill
  • Lowe's
  • Market Street Bar & Grill
  • Margot & Steve Opsasnick
  • Michael “Cheech” Kelly
  • Nail Trix
  • Neen's Diner
  • P&W Washo, Inc. – Craig Washo
  • Pappy's
  • PetSmart
  • Pet Supplies Plus
  • PJ Scanlan's
  • Ritual Salon & Barbershop
  • Sacco's Italian Restaurant
  • Sound Investments – Joe Wegleski & Tom Borthwick
  • State Farm Insurance – Courtney Lisk
  • Steamtown Hot Yoga & Barre
  • Susquehanna Brewing Co.
  • Susan & Jack Conway
  • The Bog
  • The Family of Bonnie Bower
  • The River 105 & 103.5 – Lisa Pervical
  • Tim Wagner's Sports Corner
  • Vanston James Funeral Home
  • Waxing the Summit
  • Coach Brian Osborne & Marywood University Men's Soccer Team
  • Dickson City Hyundai

Where the money goes

Every dollar raised goes to these local animal shelters and rescues.