Dogs swim in the Splash Zone at a previous Barktoberfest event. Photo courtesy of Cordova Recreation and Park District

RANCHO CORDOVA, CA (MPG) - The Cordova Recreation and Park District invites the community to join us for a day of fun with our furry friends at Barktoberfest. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27 at Lincoln Village Community Park/Pool. This family-friendly event is open to all ages.  

Attendees can enjoy food and beverages from local businesses, including Juju’s Burger and Shakes, and those 21-plus can visit the beer garden, where all proceeds support the Sacramento Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SCPA). More than 15 vendors will offer everything from pet services, such as free vaccinations and microchips, to supplies, doggie clothing, pet photography and much more.

Pets and their families check out vendors at a previous Barktoberfest event. Photo courtesy of Cordova Recreation and Park District

For $5 per dog, the Doggie Splash Zone includes pool fun and an agility course. Included in admission are also contests, including Best Dressed Dog, Best Human/Dog Combo, Best Trick, Quickest Swim and Most Focused. Proof of rabies vaccination is required to enter pool area.

Thank you to our sponsor, VCA Hospitals, for helping make this event possible.

For more information and to pre-register for the event, visit cordovarpd.gov/recreation/special-events/barktoberfest.