Forget about the Animal Planet tradition: Denver’s very own, in-person Puppy Bowl returns this week to harness the Super Bowl alternative for pet adoptions. Denver International Airport and Denver Animal Shelter will host the 10th DEN Puppy Bowl in the Jeppesen Terminal on Friday, Feb. 6, organize rs said in a statement. The photo-friendly event usually snares travelers and passersby who aren’t in a hurry — and who just might be looking for a new canine friend. “Get ready for an adorable showdown as puppies play in the spotlight in a friendly and entertaining competition,” airport officials said. Related Articles Super Bowl LX ads feature AI, weight-loss drugs and celebs from George Clooney to Kendall Jenner Denver restaurateurs opening Odd Rabbit sushi in Boulder this spring See inside Chip and Joanna Gaines’ mountain home in Woody Creek Free RTD fares, Valentine’s Day deals and other free or cheap things to do in February Coors Field just announced its 2nd big concert of 2026 The DEN Puppy Bowl dogs will be available for adoption at 9 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 8, at Denver Animal Shelter, 1241 W. Bayaud Ave. in Denver.  Puppies will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, organizers added. Visit denvergov.org for more information about Denver Animal Shelter and adoption guidelines. The event will also be streamed live on Denver International Airport’s Facebook page at facebook.com/denverinternationalairport. Viewers can search social media using #DENPuppyBowl. And the Animal Planet Puppy Bowl, from which the DIA event takes its name, will air starting at noon on Super Bowl Sunday with simulcasts on Animal Planet, Discovery, TBS, truTV, HBO Max and Discovery+. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter, In The Know, to get entertainment news sent straight to your inbox. ...read more read less