Sunday, October 1st

Run for the Animals & Barktoberfest
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You’re invited to the 28th Annual Run for the Animals & Barktoberfest!

Run for the Animals is a timed 5K run/walk and event at Karst Farm Park, with all of the proceeds benefiting the programs and services of MCHA. Barktoberfest, happening before, during and after the race events, includes vendors, an off-leash dog play area and tons of other fun activities for both families and furry friends!
Last year, our Runners, Sponsors, and Donors helped us raise over $12,000!
Don’t miss one of the greatest opportunities to support animal welfare in our community.
Be sure check in often to stay up to date as we unveil this year’s event schedule, sponsors and vendors and more, all coming soon!
We can’t wait to see you there!

Volunteers Needed!

Run for the Animals and Barktoberfest is the largest community fundraiser the Monroe County Humane Association hosts – and we can’t do it alone!

From setting up displays, setting up signage for our participants, or overseeing a water station for our participants to providing a helping hand during our dog contests and at the finish line – WE NEED YOU!

Volunteers Needed!

Run for the Animals and Barktoberfest is the largest community fundraiser the Monroe County Humane Association hosts – and we can’t do it alone!

From setting up displays, setting up signage for our participants, or overseeing a water station for our participants to providing a helping hand during our dog contests and at the finish line – WE NEED YOU!

Welcoming 27 local vendors!

We’re excited to be joined this year by 27 awesome local businesses and organizations! These vendors are all excited to meet you and your pups, and many of them have prepared special activities and giveaways of their own, so make sure to visit them all and learn about the services they provide!

Can't join the fun in person this year?

You can still be a part of this awesome fundraising event by making a donation! Every dollar counts, and when you donate to MCHA, you’re directly impacting the lives of the pets and people we serve!

Adoptable Dogs from 10:00a.m. - 12:00p.m.

Even if you don’t have a special 4-legged friend to run your 5K with at this year’s Run for the Animals, there’s still going to be an amazing opportunity to meet your new best buddy and start planning for next year!
Our friends at the City of Bloomington Animal Care and Control will be on-site from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Barktoberfest with some adorable adoptable pups who can’t wait to meet their new forever family!

Event Schedule

Sunday, October 1st, 2023

9:00 AM  –  Barktoberfest opens!

9:00 AM  –  On-site Run/Walk Registration begins

9:50 AM  –  Run/Walk Registration Closes

10:00 AM  –  5K Run Race Begins

10:00 AM  –  5K Walk Begins

11:00 AM  –  5K Run/Walk Race Awards

11:30 AM  –  Fastest Peanut Butter Licker Contest

12:00 PM  –  Pet Costume Contest

12:30 PM  –  Raffle Winners Announced

1:00 PM  –  Barktoberfest Ends

Follow us on social media to stay up-to-date on all things Run for the Animals & Barktoberfest!

Caricatures by Dan Alexander from 10:00a.m. to 12:00p.m.

Dan Alexander is a Bloomington based visual artist who specializes in illustration, portraiture, and caricatures. Dan will be joining us at Barktoberfest from 10:00a.m. to 12:00p.m. to create one-of-a-kind caricatures for our visitors and their pups!

This is an excellent way to make a unique memory that you can bring home and enjoy for years to come! 

Thank you to our event Sponsors!

Studio K9 ♦ Root Advisors ♦ Kora’s Kitchen ♦ Watson Vet – Mobile Medical Care ♦ Orion Real Estate ♦ Combs Veterinary Clinic ♦ Mother Bear’s Pizza ♦ Smithville ♦ BloomingPaws ♦ Consider It Done Transition Services ♦ Chocolate Moose ♦ Stay Put Doggy

MAILING ADDRESS

P.O. Box 1334
Bloomington, IN 47402

ADMINISTRATION OFFICE

3410 S Walnut St
Bloomington, IN 47401

Open by appointment only.

ANIMAL CARE CAMPUS

791 S Fieldstone Blvd
Bloomington, IN 47403

Sunday: Closed
Monday: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Tuesday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Wednesday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Thursday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed

CONTACT US

E: mcha@monroehumane.org

P: 812-333-MCHA (6242)

F: 812-825-2247

Monroe County Humane Association is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that relies on donations, sponsorships, and grants to fund all of our programs and services. EIN: 35-6064277 

The Monroe County Humane Association proudly collaborates, but is distinct from, the City of Bloomington Animal Shelter. For services such as adoption, lost/found pets, shelter hours, and animal control, feel free to reach out to our friends at the City of Bloomington Animal Care & Control at 812-349-3492. Together, we're caring for our community's animals.