The 16th annual family- and pet-friendly festival features a USATF-certified 5-mile run and a nature walk. Participants are urged to collect pledges to raise funds to help Lollypop Farm animals. Barktober Fest is a free day of fun for people and pets. Compete for prizes in costume and animal contests, have kid-friendly fun in the Kids Zone, visit pet-centric vendors, get pets microchipped, and watch dog sport demonstrations.