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Woofstock 2026

Woofstock 2026 – Westminster’s Premier Pet-Friendly Festival

Woofstock is back and bigger than ever! Join the Humane Society of Carroll County on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at Wakefield Valley Event Center & Park in Westminster, MD for a full day of fun, food, entertainment, and community — all in support of our lifesaving mission.

Bring your dogs and enjoy all the outdoor activities, including a  pet-friendly 5K Fun Run at 9:00 a.m. and a Leash-urely Walk at 10:30 a.m.

Throughout the day, experience live music, delicious food trucks, local vendors, pet demonstrations, Wiener Dog Races, Puppy Yoga, Petting Zoo, Car Show, exciting raffles, giveaways & more. Visit with area rescues and meet adoptable animals.

Suggested admission is $10 per car by donation. All proceeds benefit the Humane Society of Carroll County and help support the animals in our care.

Vendor booths and sponsorship opportunities are available now. Don’t miss your chance to be part of Woofstock 2026 — a full day of fun, community, and celebration in Westminster!

See our Schedule of Events Below

PICK YOUR WOOFSTOCK AVENTURE

Registration is still open for all activities!

Schedule of Events

(A Description of Each Activity and its Registration Links Appears Below the Schedule)

Saturday, September 19, 2026

9am – 3pm

Vendors, Food Trucks & Beverage Sales

50+ Vendors, 10+ Rescues & Non-profits, 10+ Food Vendors

9am – 3pm

Car & Jeep Show

Judging Begins at Noon

New cars welcome. Classics welcome. Customs welcome.

ALL cool rides welcome!

(Have you ever known a dog to pass up a ride? No, so neither will we!)

9am

5K Fun Run/Walk

Pet-Friendly – Chip Timed Event

10am

Puppy Yoga (session 1)

Bring Your Own Mat – We Provide the Puppies!

10:30am

“Leash-urely” Walk

Pet Friendly – 1/2mi or 1mi Routes

11am-2pm

Live Music

Featuring The Josh Freda Band

Modern blues rock band

that blends blues and classic rock

with elements of alternative, pop rock, and country

11am – 2pm

Kids Activities

Free – While Supplies Last

Noon

Puppy Yoga (session 2)

Bring Your Own Mat – We Provide the Puppies!

Noon

Wiener Dog Races

Categories: 6mo-8yrs | 9yrs+

Open to Dachshunds & Dachshund Mixes

2pm

Dog Agility Course Class

Learn How to Guide Your Dog through an Agility Course

Prizes Awarded to Top Performers

Dog Divisions by Weight: Over/Under 30lbs

Handler Divisions by Age: 8-13, 14-17, 18+

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Enjoy the Wakefield Valley Trail System!

Dogs not permitted in the Indoor Event Center

(Some vendors elected to set-up indoors)

As always, Service Dogs Welcome

Majority of Activities are Outdoors and Pet-Friendly

Pet-Friendly Restrooms Available

All Dogs must be leashed – please no retractable leashes.

(Leashes Available at Entry)

5K Fun Run/Walk + 1-Mile or 1/2-Mile Leash-urely Walk

Join us for Woofstock and make every step count for the animals at the Humane Society of Carroll County. Choose the Woofstock 5K, beginning at 9:00 a.m., or the 1-Mile Leash-urely Walk, beginning at 10:30 a.m. Registration for the 5K is $55 and includes a commemorative finisher medal and event t-shirt. The first 100 participants can register for just $45, and the registration fee increases to $65 on September 1. Registration for the 1-Mile Leash-urely Walk is $35 per person and includes a commemorative finisher medal. Participants of all ages are welcome, and children are encouraged to join the fun with their families. While children are welcome to participate alongside a registered adult without creating their own fundraising page, registering them gives them the opportunity to be recognized as participants, personalize their own fundraising page, and help raise even more lifesaving funds for the homeless animals who depend on HSCC. Every registration and every dollar raised helps provide medical care, shelter, enrichment, behavior support, and second chances for the thousands of animals who come through our doors each year.
Register to Walk or Run

Bark Before the Park: An Evening of Music, Mission & Celebration

Join us for a delightful evening on the patio at Wakefield Valley as we celebrate the people who make our lifesaving mission possible. This special Woofstock reception brings together sponsors, donors, volunteers, and friends for an evening of great food, live music, and community.
 
Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, libations, live music, and our signature “Paw-Raise” as we raise vital funds to support our lifesaving mission. Throughout the evening, we’ll also recognize the generous sponsors whose partnership helps make our work possible.
 
Friday Evening • September 18
On the Patio at Wakefield Valley
 
Come celebrate, connect with fellow supporters, and help us continue changing the lives of animals who need us most. Purchase your tickets by Friday, September 11, 2026.
Bark Before the Park Registration

Become a Sponsor

Together, we save lives!
 
Your sponsorship of Woofstock directly supports the Humane Society of Carroll County’s lifesaving mission, providing the care and resources animals need. Through your partnership, you help provide shelter, medical care, nourishment, enrichment, training, and the opportunity for animals to find loving homes. All sponsors will receive complimentary or discounted tickets to Bark Before the Park, a sponsor appreciation event on Friday evening, September 18th at the pavilion at Wakefield Valley Event Center.
Click Here to Sponsor

Car Show Registration

Join us at Woofstock on Saturday, September 19th for the Wheels & Wagging Tails Car & Jeep Show – a celebration of great cars, awesome Jeeps, great people, and our four-legged friends, all while supporting a great cause! Whether you’re bringing a classic, muscle car, hot rod, truck, custom ride, or your favorite Jeep, we want to see it!  Register in advance to save time & money at check-in! Park by noon to be included in the judging event to take home the coveted Top Dog Bowl! Festival event hours are 9am-3pm. Car Show presented by Velnoskey Wealth Advisors of Janney Montgomery Scott LLC.
 
Car Show Registration

Vendor Registration Now Open

Vendor booth options are designed to remain affordable while supporting the Humane Society of Carroll County’s lifesaving mission. Outdoor booth spaces (10×10 for $35 or 10×20 for $50) allow both vendors and attendees to bring pets but do not include electricity. Indoor booths, also priced at $35 for 10×10 or $50 for 10×20, are air-conditioned but do not permit pets, which may affect foot traffic. Vendors can also choose indoor tabletop options, including one 8-foot table with two chairs for $25 or two tables with two chairs for $40, though free-standing displays are not allowed. All vendors must provide a raffle item valued at $25 or more. In return, participants gain exposure to a large, pet-loving audience through extensive marketing across print, social media, radio, and digital channels. If the event is canceled, vendor fees will be treated as a donation to the organization. Food Vendors please see next section.

Woofstock Vendor Registration

Food Vendor Applications Now Available

We welcome food vendors to be part of this exciting event and are especially enthusiastic about the expanded audience we expect to draw this year. To ensure a diverse and successful experience for attendees, food vendors are selected based on the type of cuisine offered to minimize overlap, as well as their commitment to supporting our lifesaving mission. This thoughtful approach helps create a well-rounded, high-quality food lineup while maximizing opportunities for each vendor. To apply, please use the event application link, and for any questions, contact atyler@carrollcountymd.gov.

Woofstock Food Vendor Registration

Animal Rescue / Non-Profit Vendor / Community Groups

Animal rescues and community nonprofits are invited to be part of this meaningful, high-visibility event and connect with a large, compassionate audience of animal lovers and local supporters. This is a valuable opportunity to share your mission, recruit volunteers and fosters, educate the public, and build lasting community relationships. Vendor fees are waived for approved rescues and nonprofits, and while not required, a raffle item donation is always appreciated to help support our lifesaving efforts. By participating, your organization will gain exposure through our extensive event marketing and join a collective effort dedicated to improving the lives of animals in our community. Secure your space today and be part of the impact.
Animal Rescue / Non-Profit

Wiener Dog Races

Join us at Woofstock for fun and friendly Wiener Dog Races benefiting the Humane Society of Carroll County.
 
Dachshunds and dachshund mixes ages 6 months and older are invited to compete in multiple races, including separate categories for younger and senior dogs. Advance registration is $25 per dog, and day-of registration is $35 per dog.
 
Registration is limited to 64 entries in each age category, so don’t miss out—register today!
 
Click below to view full race details and register your dog.
For More Information or to Register for Race

Puppy Yoga

Stretch, smile, and enjoy puppy cuddles during Puppy Yoga at Woofstock on Saturday, September 19!
 
Choose from two sessions:
10–11 a.m.
12–1 p.m.
 
Registration is $25 per person. Please bring your own yoga mat. The yoga will feature a group of our adoptable puppies.
 
Yoga will be held outdoors under a large tent and will take place rain or shine. Refunds will only be provided if the event is canceled.
 
Space is limited, so register early to reserve your spot!
Register Here for Yoga

Dog Agility Course Class

Dog Agility Classes at Woofstock! 
 
Want to learn how to guide your dog through an agility course? Join us for a fun, hands-on class during Woofstock 2026!
 
Saturday, September 19
Classes begin at 2 PM
 
Wakefield Valley Event Center & Park
1000 Fenby Farm Road, Westminster, MD 21158
 
$10 per handler
 
Classes will be divided by dog size and handler age:
Dogs 30 pounds and under
• Handlers ages 18+
• Handlers ages 14–17
• Handlers ages 8–14
 
Dogs over 30 pounds
• Handlers ages 18+
• Handlers ages 14–17
• Handlers ages 8–14
 
Only 10 spots are available in each division, so register early!
 
Dogs must be current on their rabies vaccination. Please email a copy of the rabies vaccination certificate to snhartman@carrollcountymd.gov or bring a copy on the day of the class.
 
Dogs must be on a secure, standard leash. Retractable leashes are not permitted.
 
Day-of registration will be available only if openings remain.
 
Woofstock runs from 9 AM–3 PM and features live music, food trucks, vendors, pet activities, adoptable animals and more—all in support of the Humane Society of Carroll County!
Register Here for Agility Course

Event Contacts

Press, Sponsorships & Fun Run/Walk Information – Contact Jaime Limoges, Executive Director, jlimoges@carrollcountymd.gov

Vendors, Rescues & Entertainment/Activities – Contact Amanda Tyler, Director of Community Engagement, atyler@carrollcountymd.gov.