Barktoberfest 2025

Barktoberfest is a FREE fun-filled, dog-friendly festival that celebrates pups and the people who love them. Hosted in partnership by Durham Parks and Recreation and Beyond Fences, this annual event brings the community together for an afternoon of tail-wagging excitement.

Guests can enjoy dog costume contests, agility courses, and plenty of opportunities for dogs to play, socialize, and show off their best tricks. With local vendors, tasty treats, and activities for both pets and humans, Barktoberfest is the perfect way to celebrate fall with your furry best friend.

This year’s event is presented by VEG ER for Pets emergency veterinary hospital and Tito’s!

📆 Saturday, October 25, 2025 | 3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
📍Durham Central Park 501 Foster Street

**Please note this event is rain or shine.

You may also like the following events from Durham Parks and Recreation:

• Next Saturday, 4th October, 08:00 pm, Fall Film Series in the Park: Ghostbusters (1984) (PG) in Durham
• This November, 1st November, 08:00 pm, Fall Film Series in the Park: Drumline (PG-13) in Durham

Also check out other Festivals in Durham, Nonprofit events in Durham.