

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Galliford's Gives Back - Dog Adoption Event
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Located at the Tented Events Pavilion at Southwick’s Zoo and Galliford’s Restaurant &amp; Tavern.

Join us on Saturday, April 18 (Rain Date: Sunday, April 19) for the 4th Annual Dog Adoption Event and Vendor Market, a heartwarming community celebration and part of Galliford’s Gives Back. This special event brings together local rescues, pet-friendly vendors, live entertainment, and animal lovers for an afternoon filled with fun, and maybe even a brand-new best friend.

Whether you're actively looking to adopt or simply want to spend the day surrounded by wagging tails and great company, this is an event you won’t want to miss.

Meet Adoptable Dogs

Local rescues and shelters will be onsite with adoptable dogs available for meet-and-greets throughout the day. Learn about each organization’s mission, connect with foster teams, and spend time getting to know incredible dogs looking for loving homes.

Your new best friend might be waiting for you. 

Confirmed Rescues as of 02/16:
- Blackstone Regional Animal Shelter
- Shultz’s Guest House
- From Alone to Home Rescue
- Collie Rescue League of New England and New York
- Paw-Affection Dachshund Rescue

Shop Pet-Friendly Vendors

Browse a curated selection of pet-focused vendors offering treats, accessories, services, and more. From specialty pet products to local favorites, there’s something for every animal lover to discover.

Confirmed Vendors as of 02/16:
- Missing Dogs Massachusetts
- Custom Home Realty C21
- A&amp;S Petcare

Live Music &amp; Festive Atmosphere

Enjoy live music by sponsor, Jon Paul Royer, from 10 AM – 3 PM, creating the perfect backdrop for a lively and welcoming community gathering. Thank you to Jon Paul for sponsoring this event!

Food &amp; Beverage Offerings
- Coffee Safari
- Cash Bar
- Concessions

Grab a drink, enjoy a snack, and spend the day soaking in the atmosphere while supporting local rescues and small businesses.

Giving Back to the Community

As part of the Galliford’s Gives Back series, this annual event celebrates the organizations and volunteers dedicated to animal welfare. It’s a day designed to bring people together in support of rescue efforts and responsible pet adoption.

Mark your calendar and join us for a day filled with community spirit, local vendors, live music, and plenty of furry friends.

Want to be a part of this special day? Contact Sarah at sarah@wildevents.com for details.

This description will be regularly updated as more vendors and rescues are confirmed.

(We will not solicit vendors via facebook comments)
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mendon/gallifords-gives-back-dog-adoption-event/200029616976255
- **Event Categories**: dog, music, live-music, entertainment, calendar, meet-and-greet
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 199

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029616976255?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=mendon-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Mendon
- **state**: MA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 5 Southwick St, Mendon, MA, United States, Massachusetts 01756
- **lat**: 42.06474
- **long**: -71.58509
- **full address**: 5 Southwick St, Mendon, MA, United States, Massachusetts 01756

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Galliford's Restaurant & Tavern (https://allevents.in/org/gallifords-restaurant-and-tavern/13142145)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am (-04:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 5 Southwick St, Mendon, MA, United States, Massachusetts 01756
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Galliford's Restaurant & Tavern
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** dog, music, live-music, entertainment, calendar, meet-and-greet
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Galliford's Gives Back - Dog Adoption Event ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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