You’re invited to the 28th Annual Run for the Animals & Barktoberfest!
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.
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!
Now Accepting Sponsors and Vendors!
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We anticipate welcoming hundreds of runners, walkers, and furry friends to this event! Don’t miss this great opportunity to support animal welfare in our community and introduce your business or organization to a new audience of prospective clientele!
Sponsor Deadline – August 25th
Vendor Deadline – September 22nd
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.
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
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Caricatures by Dan Alexander from 11:00a.m. to 1:00p.m.
Dan Alexander is a Bloomington based visual artist who specializes in illustration, portraiture, and caricatures. Dan will be joining us at Barktoberfest from 11:00a.m. to 1:00p.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 Doggie
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
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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.