# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Be Kind to Animals Pet Expo
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us for the return of the Be Kind to Animals Pet Expo—a beloved community event celebrating animals and the people who love them 💛

Once one of the largest and longest-running animal care events in Northwest Indiana, this special day is making its comeback after taking a pause during the pandemic.

Enjoy a fun-filled day featuring local vendors, rescue groups, raffles, and more!

🐾 Pet-friendly event
🐾 Family-friendly atmosphere

📅 May 9, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Porter County Expo East Building

💛 Pet Food Pantry: Donations are welcome, and resources will be available for those in need.

Bring your friends, your family, and your love for animals—we can’t wait to see you there!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/valparaiso/be-kind-to-animals-pet-expo/200029906921803
- **Event Categories**: business, exhibitions, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 227

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Valparaiso
- **state**: IN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Porter County Expo Center
- **lat**: 41.435983591283
- **long**: -87.023707873332
- **full address**: Porter County Expo Center, 217 E Division Rd, Valparaiso, IN 46383-9560, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Be Kind to Animals Pet Expo
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/62c538787eebb49cc88a060ba4d8f905156c671434c6ec626477bd19f35c5955-rimg-w1200-h675-dc8fc647-gmir?v=1775624523

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Be Kind to Animals Pet Expo being held?
  - **A:** Be Kind to Animals Pet Expo takes place on Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Porter County Expo Center, 217 E Division Rd, Valparaiso, IN 46383-9560, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Be Kind to Animals Pet Expo?
  - **A:** Be Kind to Animals Pet Expo is organized by Porter County Animal Shelter.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Be Kind to Animals Pet Expo is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Valparaiso, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 220+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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