Bark Bash is the Lexington Humane Society’s yearly Fall Festival & Critter Costume Contest
that’s perfect for the whole family – your pup included!
We hope you’ll join us on Sunday, October 18 from 1pm – 5pm at Gatton Park for an afternoon of food, games, puppies, local vendors, and more.
Admission to Bark Bash is FREE!
Critter Costume Contest has a $15 registration fee.
Thank You to Our Generous Sponsors
This event would not be possible without their support!
Critter Costume Contest
Think you and your pet(s) have the most paws-itively creative costume?
Enter our Critter Costume Contest with $500 in prizes up for grabs!
PRIZE CATEGORIES
- 🏆 Most Creative Costume — Awarded for the most original, clever, detailed, or unexpected costume. $100 PRIZE!
- 🎃 Best Halloween Costume — For the entry that best captures the Halloween spirit—spooky, creepy, classic, or delightfully strange. $150 PRIZE!
- 👯 Best Duo or Group Costume — For coordinated costumes featuring a pet with their human, multiple pets, or the whole family. $200 PRIZE!
*Online registration will close on Saturday, October 17th at 11:59 PM, but in-person registration will be available at the event. PRE-REGISTRATION IS STRONGLY ENCOURAGED!