Barktoberfest: A Pet Adoption Celebration

Barktoberfest: A Pet Adoption Celebration

Join the Franklin County Dog Shelter & Adoption Center, Ronni Hunter and 99.7 The Blitz for Barktoberfest, a special pet adoption event taking place during Columbus Oktoberfest.

Shelter dogs will be available to meet throughout the afternoon, giving visitors an opportunity to connect with adoptable dogs and learn more about the adoption process.

All dog adoption fees will be waived during the event.

Some dogs may be eligible to leave the event with their new families that day. Other dogs may meet their adopters at Barktoberfest and complete the adoption process at the shelter later that week.

Event Details

Date: Sunday, September 13, 2026
Time: 2 to 5 p.m.

What to Expect

• Meet adoptable dogs from the Franklin County Dog Shelter & Adoption Center
• Adoption fees waived for dogs adopted during the event. Adopters pay just $18 for the dog license
• Speak with shelter staff about the adoption process and finding the right dog for your household
• Some adopted dogs may be able to go home directly from the event
• Other adopted dogs may go home later that week after completing the adoption process
• Learn more about the shelter, volunteering and ways to support dogs in our community

You do not need to be looking to adopt to participate.

Visitors are welcome to stop by, meet the dogs and learn more about the Franklin County Dog Shelter & Adoption Center.

Great dogs. Forever homes. We hope to see you at Barktoberfest!

When

Location

Hofbräuhaus Columbus, 800 Goodale Blvd, Columbus, OH, 43212, View Map