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Petapolooza - Pickering's Pet Festival is back!
On Saturday May 13, 2023, Petapolooza kicks off the beginning of our yearlong events. This event has grown in the last few years to be one of the City’s largest outdoor events and attendance has more than doubled in the last 3 years. This year we are moving the event to a larger outdoor space as we anticipate continued growth.
Petapolooza brings together pet owners and enthusiasts within our community. It gives our community the opportunity to meet industry professionals, rescue groups, and others in the pet industry.
Don't forget to check out our Petapolooza Facebook Event Page for daily updates!
Details below for this years List of Exhibitors and Sponsors
Admission
Admission is $5 donation, with free admission for seniors 55+, children under 12, and pets. All proceeds from Petapolooza go towards helping us build a permanent animal shelter. Along with entertainment and vendor booths, there are plenty of giveaways and activities for the whole family!
In 2019 we were able to raise over $20,000 in admissions, partner/sponsors, exhibitor fees and additional donations all relating to this event. We hope to exceed this amount this year!
Location - New for 2023!!
Esplanade Park, (view Google map). Esplanade Park is located off of Glenanna and Valley Farm Road in Pickering.
Event Lineup
You can expect to see around 5,000+ attendees, and over 50 exhibitors and rescue groups. There will be plenty of giveaways including pet bandanas, games, food samples, water stations for your pet, live entertainment for the whole family and more!
Don't miss the SuperDogs performing at 11:00 am, 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm
| Time | Description |
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| 10:15 am | Opening Remarks (at the Gazebo) |
| 10:30 am |
Storytelling by Angela Duckworth, an Indigenous Health Promoter from Carea Community Health Centre (at the Gazebo) |
| 11:00 am | SuperDogs - Live action show for the whole family |
| 12:00 pm |
Join Lynda Kitson, from Who’s Walking Who to learn simple games that you can do with your dog, and over time, will help them learn to make better decisions. (at the Gazebo) Afterwards you can test them out with your dog! |
| 1:00 pm | SuperDogs - Live action show for the whole family |
| 3:00 pm | SuperDogs - Live action show for the whole family |
| All Day |
Over 60 exhibitors and Rescue Groups Bark Art (Sponsored by Clarehaven Estates) Pump it up Play Gym (Sponsored by The Indoor Dog Pool and Fitness Centre) Pet Caricatures (Sponsored by Pickering Animal Hospital) Lure Course Food Trucks Games, Giveaways and more! |
Exhibitor List |
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AngelKerr Dog Training & Pet Services Fetching Hounds & Buckles Humane Society of Durham Region Indoor Dog Pool and Fitness Centre Inugoya Rehoming & Rehabilitation Ishködé (fire) Indigenous Art Collective and Workshops Kawigga Pet Products Maxwell's Munchies Dog Treats Melisssa & Chris Artisans Midtown mobile vet hospice/faithful pet memorial Mutts Rescue Nicole Wilmot Art Oxfords Trail Mix Pickering Fire Pickering Public Library Rainfire Training & Photography Rat Terrier Rescue Canada Royal Dog Chains Smart Rescue Southern Connection Dog Rescue Tail Waggz Barkery The Village Dog |
Partners and Sponsors Wanted |
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Do you share our vision for Responsible Pet Ownership? Help us get this important message out to our community. We have a variety of opportunities available to suit your needs. View the Sponsorship Package. Contact Lindsey Narraway at 905.420.4660 ext. 3501 or email lnarraway@pickering.ca for more information. |
Our 2023 Sponsors
Thank you to our 2023 Petapolooza Sponsors:
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