Dogtober Fest
Who let the DOGS out? Join more than 3,000 dogs and dog lovers for a doggone good time at the Kemper Outdoor Education Center! Explore more than 75 booths featuring everything from pet photos and pet supplies to pet sitters and rescue. Take part in contests like Best Trick, Best Kisser, Best Tail-wagger, Best Biscuit Eater, Dog/Owner Look-alikes, and the always-popular Halloween Costume Contest! Participate in Gunny Sack Races, Bobbing for Biscuits, Musical Discs and more! It's FUN for your dogs... FUN for their pets (that would be YOU!)... and FUN FOR ALL!
Sunday, October 22, 2023; 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. 
Kemper Outdoor Education Center
8201 S. Jasper Bell Road
Blue Springs, MO 64015
in Fleming Park
For information, email or call 816-229-8980, ext. 102
FREE ADMISSION with your donation of dry or canned dog food for our Dog Food Drive to benefit area animal shelters. Some activities require a registration fee.
DOGTOBER FEST BENEFITS the Kemper Outdoor Education Center, Lee's Summit Animal Shelter, and many other local shelters and rescues.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS(PDF, 1MB) - Coming in October!
Dogtober Fest Activities
REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR THESE EVENTS
Register online in advance or onsite on event day
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29th 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. Register in advance
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Competition and Activities the Every Dog Can Do!
Frisbee Catching, Canine Adventure Challenge, Agility Fun Runs & Clinics for All Dog Sizes with a special division for Teacups, Obedience Show & Go, Rally Show & Go, Nose Work Clinic, and Nose Work Practice Search.
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AKC Canine Good Citizen & Trick Title Evaluations
ONLINE REGISTRATION ACTIVITY DESCRIPTIONS(PDF, 845KB)
FREE ACTIVITIES - No Registration Required
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.
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 Vendor Booth Application, please email DogtoberFest@jacksongov.org
Newfoundland’s trained in water rescue, Frisbee Catching Dogs, Obedience, Rally, Tricks, Agility, Nose Work, and many more!
PLUS...
Prize drawings will be held every hour in the Center Arena. Pick up your ticket at the Center Arena.
Many of our vendors are donating items for our raffle table. Be sure to visit the raffle booth near the center arena to view items and purchase tickets!
Minsky's Pizza and Tacos El Sombrero will be on-site serving up a variety tasty temptations to satisfy your hunger!
BECOME A VENDOR!
Email dogtoberfest@jacksongov.org to request a vendor packet.
BECOME A SPONSOR!
Put your products and services in front of 5,000 dog owners! Major sponsorship packages start at $300 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 Banner
* Your Logo on our website for up to 8 months
* Booth Space
* Coupon/bounce back opportunity
* Event T-Shirts for your staff or clients
* Sponsorship of free games and contests
* Recognition in multiple on-site announcements at the Center Arena
Call 816-229-8980 or email dogtoberfest@jacksongov.org for information.
Join in all the fun there is to have at Dogtober Fest 2023!
You'll have a DOGGONE Good Time!