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Petapolooza - Pickering's Pet Festival - Postponed until September 19th

Originally set for May 9, the City of Pickering has postponed the 9^th Annual Petapolooza - Pickering's Outdoor Pet Festival. We look forward to seeing you at our fantastic, fall event scheduled for Saturday, September 19.

Petapolooza brings together pet enthusiasts within our community and gives them an opportunity to meet industry professionals, rescue groups, and others in the pet industry.

Admission

Admission is $5, with free admission for seniors 55+, children under 12, and pets. All proceeds will go towards helping us build a permanent animal shelter.

Last year we were able to raise over $20,000 in admissions, sponsors, exhibitor fees and additional donations all relating to this event. Donations of over $20 are eligible for a tax receipt.

Location - New for 2020!!

Alex Robertson Park, 700 Sandy Beach Road (view Google map). Alex Robertson Park is located south of Bayly and is across from Kinsmen Park. From Liverpool Road, go south to Bayly and turn left (east) and drive until you see Sandy Beach Road. Turn right (south) and drive until you see the park on the right hand side. Parking is in the Kinsmen lot on the left.

Event Lineup

You can expect to see around 1,500 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!

A Rabies and Microchip Clinic for dogs will be offered during the event.

The event line up is still being finalized and will be posted soon!

Photo Gallery - Petapolooza

Photo Gallery: Animal Services - Petapolooza will appear here on the public site.

Exhibitor Information

Register today before Exhibitor Space fills up!

Exhibitor space is available for businesses, breeders and rescue organizations.

We are also looking for commercial exhibitors in the following categories: fashion, accessories, travel, food & treats, health, artists & photography. If you have a business that is animal related but not listed as a category, please contact us for more information.

Rescue Organization Fee: $35 (includes HST)

Business & Breeder Fee: $55 (includes HST)

Exhibitor space is 10' x 10'. No tables or chairs are provided however a 6’ table with 2 chairs may be purchased for an additional fee of $25. Tents and canopies are welcome as long as they fit in your space.

The event will be hosted outdoors (rain or shine!) and does not have access to electricity. Dogs are welcome but must be kept leashed at all times.

If you are interested in being an exhibitor for the 2020 Petapolooza Pet Festival, please complete the online application form. Alternate formats of the application form may be requested.

Partners and Sponsors Wanted

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.

Contact Lindsey Narraway at 905.420.4660 ext. 3501 or email lnarraway@pickering.ca