Barktoberfest in Downtown Columbus
Get ready for a fun-filled day this Saturday in downtown Columbus as Main Street Columbus teams up with Munson and Brothers to present Barktoberfest, a spectacular pet parade and costume contest!
Event Highlights
- What: Pet parade and costume contest.
- When: Registration begins at 8:30 AM, and the parade starts at 9:30 AM.
- Where: Meet at the Lowndes County Courthouse lawn.
How to Participate
- Dress your pets in their best Oktoberfest or fall-themed costumes.
- Applications are available on columbusmainstreet.com/events-calendar, the Main Street Columbus Facebook page, or at their office located at 107 Fifth St. N. Pre-registration is encouraged!
Prizes and Activities
Prizes will be awarded, thanks to generous donations from:
- Best Friends Animal Hospital
- Rural King of Columbus
- PetSmart
- Animal Clinic of Columbus
After the parade, participants and spectators can explore downtown Columbus. Shoppers who make a purchase on the day of the event can receive free admission to Munson and Brothers Oktoberfest by showing their receipts, dated for Saturday.
Community Spirit
Barbara Bigelow, the Executive Director of Main Street Columbus, invites everyone to come out:
“We invite everyone to bring their ‘best’ friends and enjoy a fun morning in downtown Columbus. Barktoberfest is all about celebrating our pets, enjoying time together as a community, and having a great time downtown.”
Join in for a morning filled with adorable pets, creative costumes, and plenty of fall festivities! Let’s celebrate our community and our furry friends at Barktoberfest!
