FESTIVAL
The celebration doesn’t stop at the finish line! From 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM, join us in Roosevelt Park for a free, pet-friendly festival open to runners, walkers, and the entire community.
Enjoy a full morning and afternoon of:
- Food trucks
- Beer garden
- Live entertainment
- Dog activities and contests
- Vendors and community partners
Bring your friends, family, and pets and be part of a community celebration that brings people together — on behalf of animals who need us most.
Activities & Schedule
The festival is active from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM, with timed activities throughout the day.
Contests
10:30 AM – Dog Contest #1: Peanut Butter Licking
12:00 PM – Dog Contest #2: Costume Contests
12:15 PM – Dog Contest #3: Dog/Owner Lookalike Contests
1:15 PM – Dog Contest #4: Peanut Butter Licking, Round 2
Corktown Community Partners
The fun doesn't stop there! Local Corktown businesses are supporting Michigan Humane throughout the weekend. Stay tuned for a full list of participating partners, special offers, and links.
Bars & Restaurants
- Mercury Burger Bar
Retail & Shopping
- George Gregory
