Dogtober Adoption & Fall Festival

Dogtober Adoption & Fall Festival
Join us for not one, but two days of family fun, fall festivities, and hundreds of adoptable pets waiting to meet you! 🐾🍂
This year, we’re partnering with Daisy Cares and expanding our festival grounds to the San Antonio Food Bank for Day 1 — then keeping the celebration going with a cozier Day 2 at ACS only. Free general admission both days!
📅 Event Schedule
Day 1: Saturday, October 25 | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM | ACS + San Antonio Food Bank Pavilion
Day 2: Sunday, October 26 | 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM | ACS Only
✨ Here’s what you can expect:
Over 200 adoptable pets
Pumpkin patch & fall family photo spots
Hayrides
Foster pet parade showcasing adoptable pets
Pet costume contest
Puppy yoga sessions
Kids craft zone
Live music & food trucks
50+ local vendors and small businesses
Passport 4 Paws: take a shelter dog on a mini adventure
🐶 Adoption Perks:
All adoptions include spay/neuter, vaccinations, training support, microchip, free custom pet tags, and more. The first 100 adoptions will also receive special prizes.
🎟 Early Access (Day 1 Only):
Start the fun before the crowds with our $25 Early Access Family Pass (good for 2 adults + children under 18). Enjoy first pick of adoptable pets, priority parking, and a few extra surprises. Limited to the first 100 guests.
We’re ready to make Dogtober 2025 our biggest adoption event yet. Admission is free, and all families are welcome. Let’s find loving homes for hundreds of pets—together.