Join us on Sunday, October 5th from 10AM – 2PM!

This fundraising event welcomes dog lovers and their furry friends to the Harpoon Brewery to celebrate Octoberfest! Net proceeds from this event go to the Kenary Brain Tumor Research Fund at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and MSPCA – Angell. 

What's on the Schedule?

Fest-Minster Dog Show

Enter your pup to compete in costume, trick, and look-a-like contests!

On-Site Adoption Meet & Greet

Presented by the MSPCA, dog lovers may even leave the event as dog owners! MSPCA staff will be on hand to talk about pet adoption and all of the wonderful things they do to ensure the safety and wellness of animals in Massachusetts.

Agility Course

This course is designed and built by the MSPCA. Expert trainers are on hand to help you and your canine partner navigate the course and learn new skills.

Sponsors Village

You and your dog will enjoy visiting sponsors to learn about the latest in nutrition and pet care. See fun toys and other items for your pup! Does your dog like treats? Well, the Sponsor Village will be your pet’s favorite hang!

Food & Beverage

We will have on-site food vendors as well as Harpoon pretzels! Enjoy a variety of freshly brewed craft been and non-alcoholic beverages – we’ll even have a Harpoon Dog Beer made from a 100% malted barley mash with powdered peanut butter added directly to the kettle boil!

Dogs, DOGS, and MORE DOGS!!

If your idea of a fun autumn day is to spend time with dogs and people that love dogs, then you will love Dogtoberfest. It’s a dog paradise!

All passes are nonrefundable. Event is rain or shine. We accept cards – Dogtoberfest is a cashless event. Must be 21+ with ID to purchase and consume alcohol. Under 21 guests are permitted with a paying adult.