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Unleash Happiness Gala – May 30

Unleash Happiness 2026

  • A group of people seated at round tables during an event, each holding up signs shaped like paw prints. The background features purple lighting and decorations, with a stage area and large screens visible.
  • Four individuals pose together outdoors, wearing vibrant, sequined outfits. The man on the left wears a white fluffy jacket and glasses, while the woman in the center dons a shiny green dress. The other two women are dressed in reflective dresses with colorful patterns. A fence and trees are visible in the background.

Thank you to everyone who made last weekend’s Unleash Happiness Gala one to remember! You helped turn this annual celebration into a full on Disco Fever dream — glitter, good vibes, wagging tails, and all. Your generosity and unstoppable energy lit up the night brighter than a mirrored dance floor, creating real impact for dogs, cats, and the people who love them.

Check out our event photos below by Justin Winokur Photography. If you post your own photos or videos on social media, don’t forget to tag Joybound so we can keep the disco love spinning. Thank you for bringing the groove, the heart, and the happiness. We can’t wait to boogie with you again next year on May 15, 2027 for Unleash Happiness 2027!

  • A man with curly hair, wearing a colorful floral shirt, speaks into a microphone while standing in front of seated guests at a gala event. Several attendees, including a woman with long hair and a girl, are listening attentively.
  • Seven individuals pose for a photo outside a building adorned with a reflective mosaic column. They wear formal attire, including suits and dresses, and stand against a backdrop featuring large windows and greenery.
  • A woman wearing a sparkling purple jacket stands at a clear podium while gesturing with her hands. Behind her, a backdrop features shimmering disco balls, and green foliage accents the stage setting.
  • Two women engage in conversation at a dining table during the Unleash Happiness Gala. The woman on the left wears a pink dress and the woman on the right is in a green sequined outfit; both are surrounded by dinnerware and floral centerpieces.
  • A woman with long brown hair carries a small brown and white puppy in her arms at an outdoor event with people in the background. The scene includes trees and greenery, suggesting a sunny day.
  • A woman in a black dress holds a two-tiered cake decorated with musical notes and silver accents. In the background, a podium and hanging decorative spheres are visible, set against a dark curtain.
  • A man in a sequined vest holds a small puppy wrapped in a gray cloth, while another man in a black jacket leans in to admire the puppy. The background contains blurred figures and greenery, indicating an outdoor event.
  • A woman with short gray hair and glasses stands at a clear podium, holding a microphone. She is wearing a dark blouse and is speaking in front of a black backdrop adorned with disco balls and greenery.
  • A woman in a green dress stands beside a man in a black jacket and white shirt at a podium. Both are holding microphones while speaking at an event, with a blurred backdrop of plants and colorful lighting.
  • A man wearing large sunglasses and a white faux fur coat speaks into a microphone from behind a clear podium with the word 'Joybound.' He is gesturing with one hand, while the audience sits in front of him, with potted plants visible in the background.
  • A man in a black tuxedo and purple bow tie speaks into a microphone while gesturing. He is in front of a decorative background featuring plants, with a DJ setup visible in the background.
View all photos on Flickr

Thank You to Our Event Partners & Sponsors

This fabulous event was made possible thanks to our generous partners and sponsors. This year’s Unleash Happiness Gala is brought to you by:

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