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Hosted by Carmichael Parks Foundation: 2025 Barktoberfest

Barktober Festival flyer: Oct 18, 2025, dogs, pumpkins, pet costume contest. Vendor booths, activities, food trucks. Free entry!

🐾 Carmichael’s Barktoberfest is Back! 🐾

Back for itsĀ third yearĀ after the huge success of previous festivals,Ā Carmichael’s BarktoberfestĀ has quickly become theĀ Top DogĀ of pet-friendly fall events! This fur-friend inspired festival will once again take overĀ Carmichael Park, bringing together hundreds of local residents, families, businesses, and—of course—their pets.

A person walks two dogs in colorful bug costumes at an outdoor event with tents and people in the background.

Get ready for a tail-wagging good time with:

  • Doggy-and-me games & activities
  • Exciting demonstrations
  • AĀ pumpkin patch
  • Local pet-friendly vendor booths
  • Music & food trucks
  • Pet adoptionsĀ from local rescues
  • And our crowd-favoriteĀ Pet Costume ContestĀ šŸŽƒšŸ¶šŸ±

This event not only creates a paw-sitive impact for local businesses, nonprofits, and families—it also gives back! A portion of proceeds will directly benefit theĀ Carmichael Park Dog Park, helping our four-legged friends enjoy the community year-round.

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🐾 Be a Vendor at Carmichael’s Barktoberfest! 🐾

Carmichael’sĀ Barktober FestivalĀ is back onĀ Saturday, October 18, 2025 (10AM–Noon) at Carmichael Park—the must-attend, pet-friendly fall event!

šŸŽ¶ Costume contests, doggy-and-me games, agility demos, food trucks, rescues, music & more—drawingĀ hundreds of local families and their pets.

🌟 Vendor Booth Fees

  • Pet-Friendly Businesses:Ā $75
  • Carmichael-Based Vendors:Ā $50
  • Nonprofits:Ā $30

šŸ“Ā Location:Ā Carmichael Park, 5750 Grant Ave.
šŸ—“ļøĀ Deadline to Apply:Ā October 2, 2025 at 11:59 PM
āž”ļø Apply on Eventbrite by securing your vendor ticket.

Each booth space isĀ 10x10—vendors supply their own tents, tables, chairs, etc. Pet treats are welcome, but no food/beverage sales.

šŸ’” Want to waive your booth fee? Become aĀ sponsor! Sponsors receive complimentary booth space plus added recognition.

Position your business as one of theĀ pet-friendliest in CarmichaelĀ while connecting with the community at this tail-wagging good time!

Sponsorship Opportunities

Your generosity will be celebrated in front of the community, with recognition across event marketing, social media, and onsite promotions AND benefits the Carmichael Parks Foundation (501c3) as a charitble donation.

✨ Join us in making this year’s Barktoberfest the best one yet—while showing your love for pets, families, and the Carmichael community. We thank you in advance for your support!

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People and dogs at an outdoor event with booths and tents, featuring a person with a camera and a police officer with a service dog.
A person in a circus ringmaster outfit with a dog in a lion costume receiving a gift basket from a woman.

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