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Pups in costume enjoy Dogtober Fest, a dog-friendly event in Blue Springs, MO. Photo by @JacksonCountyMO.
Leashed dogs attend the pet-friendly Dogtober Fest in Blue Springs, MO. Photo by @JacksonCountyMO.
There are many activities for dogs and owners at Dogtober Fest, a pet-friendly event in Blue Springs, MO. Photo by @JacksonCountyMO.
A jumping dog at Dogtober Fest, a pet-friendly event in Blue Springs, MO. Photo by @JacksonCountyParks.
A pup in an agility course at Dogtober Fest, a dog-friendly annual festival in Blue Springs, MO. Photo by @JacksonCountyParks.
A girl walking a dog at Dogtober Fest, a dog-friendly event in Blue Springs, MO. Photo by Make Your Day Here.
Three dogs dressed in costumes pose for a picture during the pet-friendly Dogtober Fest in Blue Springs, MO. Photo by @JacksonCountyParks.
People and their pups unwind together during Dogtober Fest, a dog-friendly event in Blue Springs, MO. Photo by @JacksonCountyParks.
Dogs participating in a contest during a pet-friendly event in Blue Springs, MO, Dogtober Fest. Photo by @JacksonCountyParks.
A family poses for a picture in front of hay art at the dog-friendly Dogtober Fest in Blue Springs, MO. Photo by @JacksonCountyParks.
Pups in costume enjoy Dogtober Fest, a dog-friendly event in Blue Springs, MO. Photo by @JacksonCountyMO.
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Leashed dogs attend the pet-friendly Dogtober Fest in Blue Springs, MO. Photo by @JacksonCountyMO.
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There are many activities for dogs and owners at Dogtober Fest, a pet-friendly event in Blue Springs, MO. Photo by @JacksonCountyMO.
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A jumping dog at Dogtober Fest, a pet-friendly event in Blue Springs, MO. Photo by @JacksonCountyParks.
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A pup in an agility course at Dogtober Fest, a dog-friendly annual festival in Blue Springs, MO. Photo by @JacksonCountyParks.
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A girl walking a dog at Dogtober Fest, a dog-friendly event in Blue Springs, MO. Photo by Make Your Day Here.
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Three dogs dressed in costumes pose for a picture during the pet-friendly Dogtober Fest in Blue Springs, MO. Photo by @JacksonCountyParks.
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People and their pups unwind together during Dogtober Fest, a dog-friendly event in Blue Springs, MO. Photo by @JacksonCountyParks.
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Dogs participating in a contest during a pet-friendly event in Blue Springs, MO, Dogtober Fest. Photo by @JacksonCountyParks.
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A family poses for a picture in front of hay art at the dog-friendly Dogtober Fest in Blue Springs, MO. Photo by @JacksonCountyParks.
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Dogtober Fest

Mark your calendars for Dogtober Fest! This dog-friendly event will be held from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on October 18, 2026 at Kemper Outdoor Education Center in Blue Springs, MO. Sponsored by Jackson County Parks + Rec. Admission is free with donation of dry or canned dog food to benefit local animal shelters. Visit Website

Or call (816) 229-8980 or email dogtoberfest@jacksongov.org for more information.

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Bring Fido to this huge fall festival that attracts dogs and dog owners from all over the area. You can explore vendors, featuring everything from pet photos and pet supplies to pet sitters and rescue. There will also be contests like Best Trick, Dog/Owner Look-Alike, Best Tail-wagger, and the Howl-o-ween Costume Contest. In addition, there will be fun activities, including an agility course, Musical Discs to Bobbing for Biscuits.

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