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Dogtober Fest
26th Anniversary (that's 182 Dog Years!)
When
Sunday, October 20, 2019 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Where
Kemper Outdoor Education Center
8201 S. Jasper Bell Road
Blue Springs, MO 64015
in Fleming Park.
Admission
Admission is free with a donation of dry or canned dog food for our Dog Food Drive to benefit area animal shelters.
Registration Opens in September!
Register online for any of the events or workshops at the Dogtober Fest.
Contact
For information, please email us or call 816-229-8980 or view the 2019 Dogtober Fest Brochure.
About Dogtober Fest
Fun for your dogs. Fun for their pets (that would be you). Fun for all! Everyone is guaranteed to have a doggone good time at Dogtober Fest. Download the 2019 Dogtober Fest Brochure.
Benefits
Dogtober Fest benefits the Kemper Outdoor Education Center, Midwest Animal ResQ and Lee's Summit Animal Shelter.
26th Annual Tails for Trails Dog Walk for Parks
Enjoy a 1-mile walk on a lovely park trail, while benefiting the Kemper Outdoor Education Center and local animal shelters
FREE Contests & Games
Contests and games include Bobbing for Biscuits, Sack Races, Roll-Over Races, Biscuit Eating, Musical Discs, Biscuit Toss, Costume Contest, Dog/Owner Look-A-Likes, Biggest Dog and Smallest Dog.
Competition and Fun Matches
are offered in Frisbee Catching, Canine Adventure Challenge, Agility Fun Runs, Obedience Show & Go and Rally Show and Go.Clinics
will help you and your dog get started in Agility.AKC Canine Good Citizen
certification testing is available throughout the day.
Booths
include Adopt-A-Pet, breed clubs, rescues, pet resorts, doggie day care, trainers, service dogs, groomers, dog bakeries, veterinarians, fencing and a wide-array of dog related products and services. To request a 2019 Vendor Booth Application, please email DogtoberFest@jacksongov.org
Demonstrations
include Newfoundland’s trained in water rescue and carting, Frisbee Catching Dogs, K9 Search and Rescue trained to find lost or injured persons, Obedience. Rally, Service Dogs, and many more!PLUS...
HOURLY DRAWINGS
In celebration of our 26th Anniversary, prize drawings will be held every hour. Pick up your ticket at the Registration and Info Tent as you enter the event.
SILENT AUCTION
Many of our vendors are donating items for our silent auction. Be sure to visit the silent auction tables and place a bid!
FREE! BOOTH SCAVENGER HUNT
Pick up your Scavenger Hunt Card at the Registration/Info Tent for clues. Everyone who completes the scavenger hunt will receive doggy dollars and be entered into a drawing for a full day pontoon boat rental on beautiful Lake Jacomo (Monday through Friday, $175 value).
FOOD TRUCKS
Several food trucks will be on-site serving up a variety tasty temptations to satisfy your hunger!THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!!
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For dogs that want to show off.
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For dogs that want to get dressed up.
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For young pups that just want to relax.
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For dogs that want to fly.
Become a Sponsor
Put your products and services in front of 5,000 dog owners! Major sponsorship packages start at $500 and include:
* Your Logo on 8,000 Dogtober Fest Brochures
* Your Logo on 250 Dogtober Fest T-Shirts
* Your Logo on 3000 Event Maps and Programs
* Your Logo on Dogtober Fest 2019 Banner
* Your Logo on our website for up to 8 months
* Booth Space
* Coupon/bounceback opportunity
* Event T-Shirts for your staff or clients
* Sponsorship of free games and contests
* Recognition in multiple on-site announcements at the Main Arena during Dogtober Fest 2019
Call 816-229-8980 or email dogtoberfest@jacksongov.org for information.
Please check out our 2019 Dogtober Fest Sponsors HERE.