The holidays are officially here—and that means it’s time for twinkling lights, warm cocoa, and adorable pets dressed in their festive best! This year, we’re spreading seasonal cheer across Maplewood, South Orange, Millburn, and the greater Essex County, New Jersey community with our Holiday Pet Photo Costume Contest.
Whether your pet rocks a Santa suit, jingles in reindeer antlers, or shows off a creative holiday-themed look, we want to see it! Not only is this a chance to celebrate the joy pets bring into our lives, but it’s also an opportunity to support local Maplewood and South Orange businesses and win one of three fabulous prizes.
This is the holiday pet event of the season for anyone in SOMa looking for something festive and fun to do with their furry family members.
🎁 Win One of Three $50 Prizes from Local Favorites (Maplewood, South Orange & Surrounding NJ Areas)
We’ve teamed up with incredible local businesses that celebrate pets just as much as we do. Three lucky winners will each receive a $50 prize from one of these community favorites:
⭐ Studio Number Nine: Known for beautiful pet portrait paintings, Studio Number Nine transforms the photo submission of your furry friend into custom artwork. A perfect local keepsake!
⭐ Julia Maloof Verderosa Photography: Offering pet photography in Maplewood/South Orange, Julia captures your pet’s personality in timeless photos you’ll treasure forever.
⭐ Silver Hound Dog Walking: Enjoy a $50 credit toward professional dog walking or cat sitting—perfect for busy pet parents in Maplewood, South Orange, and Millburn, NJ.
How to enter the contest
Participating is simple—and a great way to connect with the Maplewood/South Orange pet community.
1. Post a festive photo of your pet
Dress your pet in their cutest holiday outfit and post it on Instagram or Facebook using #SOMAPETPHOTOCONTEST. This hashtag groups all entries, so we can easily detect your entry – make sure not to forget it.
2. Follow all 3 hosts/businesses on Instagram or Facebook
- @juliamaloofverderosap
- @studionumbernine
- @silverhounddogwalking
3. Like & Share
Like the official contest post either on Instagram or Facebook and reshare it to your story to spread holiday cheer throughout SOMa.
Important Dates
Submissions close: December 28th, 2025
Winners announced: December 29th, 2025
Perfect timing for anyone spending the holidays in Maplewood, South Orange, or Millburn!
🐾 Why You Should Enter (Especially if You’re in Maplewood, South Orange, or Millburn, NJ)
This contest is more than just fun—it’s a way to celebrate pets, support local businesses, and connect with others in the Maplewood/South Orange/Millburn NJ pet community.
Whether you have a goofy pup, a glamorous cat, or another cherished companion, this is your chance to spotlight their holiday spirit and maybe even win a prize from beloved local pet-friendly businesses.
🎅 Ready, Set… Holiday Magic!
Grab the Santa hats, the reindeer ears, or the sparkliest festive accessories—your pet is about to steal the show across Maplewood, South Orange, Millburn, and Essex County NJ!
We can’t wait to see your entries in the #SOMAPETPHOTOCONTEST.
Let the festive fun begin! 🎄✨🐾
