Woofstock 2026
September 20, 2026
10:00 am-4:00 pm | Cleveland Metroparks Polo Field
Woofstock is the largest and longest-running annual dog festival in the region. Learn more about the history of Woofstock.
2026 Woofstock Admission Items
Choose from 4 event admission items to support homeless animals & get iconic merchandise
2026 Schedule of Events
PLAN YOUR WOOFSTOCK DAY:
Enjoy Lure Courses, Fungility, Vendors, Food Trucks, Kids Activities, Live Music, the Four Paws Beer Garden and don’t forget to visit our Raffle tent. Win a gift card for the Costume Contest or a prize for your pup and a winning photo at the Dog Games!
9:30 am Registration Opens
9:30 am Live Music! Jason Meyers
10:00 am 1st Blessing of the Animals
10:30 am Woofstock Ramble Kick-Off
10:45 am Woofstock Ramble Photos
11:30 am Costume Contest
12:00 pm Showcase of Adoptable Dogs
12:30 pm 2nd Blessing of the Animals
1:00 pm Browns Watch Party
1:30 pm Live Music! Word of Mouth
3:00 pm Woofstock Raffle Closes
3:30 pm Woofstock Raffle Winners Posted
DOG GAMES – RING ONE
10:30am Musical Sit
11:00am Cutest Tail
11:30am Most Beautiful Eyes
11:50am Ice Cream Eating Contest– Small
12:10pm Ice Cream Eating Contest– Medium
12:30pm Ice Cream Eating Contest– Large
1:00pm Most Beautiful Eyes
1:20pm Dog/Owner Look Alike
1:40pm Musical Sit
2:10pm Retriever Raffle
2:40pm Best Kisser
3:00pm Most Photogenic
3:20pm Cutest Tail
3:40pm Best Smile
DOG GAMES – RING TWO
10:30am Ice Cream Eating Contest– Small
10:50am Ice Cream Eating Contest– Medium
11:10am Ice Cream Eating Contest– Large
11:30am Musical Sit
12:00pm Retriever Raffle
12:40pm Dog/Owner Look Alike
1:00pm Best Smile
1:20pm Cutest Tail
1:40pm Most Photogenic
2:00pm Best Kisser
2:20pm Dog/Owner Look Alike
2:40pm Most Beautiful Eyes
3:00pm Musical Sit
3:30pm Retriever Raffle
Join Ramble and Raise Lifesaving Funds for Rescues
Strut Your Stuff at the Woofstock Ramble Parade!
Join the celebration and kick off Woofstock in style with your furry best friend at 10 AM at the Cleveland Metroparks Polo Field!
Fundraise $100+ to support Rescue Village animals and earn:
✔️ Exclusive prizes for individuals and teams
✔️ Custom fundraising page
✔️ Social media toolkit
✔️ FREE festival admission & Ramble Parade entry
✔️ A paw-some goodie bag
✔️ Chance to WIN a Puppy Pizza Party!
So, what are you waiting for? Rally your Woofpack, raise lifesaving funds, and make a difference while having a blast!
What is Woofstock?
This family-friendly festival brings together pet lovers, local vendors, live entertainment, and, of course, plenty of adorable, adoptable animals. From tail-wagging contests and delicious food trucks to interactive activities and live performances, Woofstock captures the spirit of compassion and fun that defines Rescue Village.
Join us, bring your friends (two-legged and four-legged alike), and be part of something truly meaningful. Because at Woofstock, every wag, every smile, and every step you take helps change an animal’s life.
Why Participate? There is something for everyone to love!
- Animal Owners – looking for fun, engaging activities for their dogs.
- Animal Lovers – people who may not own dogs but are passionate about animal welfare and rescue efforts. Year after year, dog-watching is the #1 favorite activity!
- Families with Children – parents seeking family-friendly events that include activities for kids and dogs. CHILDREN 12 & UNDER GET IN FREE!
- Local Businesses – vendors and sponsors interested in promoting their products and services to a large audience. Through marketing efforts, Woofstock reached over 1 million in 2025 and delivered over 5 million impressions! Of surveyed attendees, nearly 90% identified sponsors online or at Woofstock 2025.
SPONSOR WOOFSTOCK
Sponsoring Rescue Village’s Woofstock means more than putting your name on an event—it means aligning your brand with lifesaving impact and powerful community reach.
In 2025, Woofstock generated over 70,000 digital clicks—a 135% increase from 2024—showcasing incredible visibility for our sponsors before, during, and after the event.
By sponsoring Woofstock, you’re not just supporting homeless pets—you’re amplifying your brand while helping animals find safety, healing, and loving homes.
Learn more in the 2026 Woofstock Sponsorship Packet
Unable to Join? Donate a High-Value Raffle Item!
Donate a high-value raffle item in support of Rescue Village’s mission!
Rescue Village is seeking raffle items totaling $100 in value or more for our iconic Raffle Tent onsite at Woofstock! This is a great way to expose your business to the masses while also giving festival attendees an opportunity to visit your business after Woofstock.
If you have questions about Woofstock, sponsorship opportunities, or raffle items, please contact events@rescuevillage.org.
2023-2026 CLEVELAND MAGAZINE’S BEST OF THE EAST WINNER
2025 WOOFSTOCK HIGHLIGHTS
2025 was Woofstock’s biggest year yet, welcoming more attendees than ever before!
- Cleveland Magazine’s award-winning charitable event of the east! Woofstock has been nominated for a fourth year in a row.
- 2025 Woofstock Event Guide
- Watch the Woofstock 2025 Video
- Woofstock 2025 Photo Gallery