Whisker Fest!

Whisker Fest is Humane Colorado’s first annual community festival bringing together local food lovers, families, and pet enthusiasts for a full day of live music, delicious food and beverages, pet-related vendors, shelter tours, and family-friendly activities in the KidZone – all to support animals in need. Join us Saturday, October 3rd, 2026, at 10 am at our Leslie A. Malone Center in Denver! Learn more and purchase tickets today! Food from our friends: – Bubba’s 33 – Biker Jim’s – Denver Pops – Pretzels from Styria Bakery – And plenty of popcorn! Beverages for the whole family: – Polar Seltzers (N/A) – Taylor Made Lemonade – Beanies Coffee – Family Jones Distillery – Comrade Brewing – Oskar Blues – Paleteria Chihuahua Stop in for the fun and maybe take home the pet of your dreams! Make it a Home Sweet Homecoming! Thanks to our friends at Hill’s Pet Nutrition, adoption fees will be waived for large, adult dogs – 1 year and older, over 60 pounds! Interested in joining in on the fun? Become a vendor! For the safety of your pets and the pets in our care, please leave furry friends at home. There will be plenty of pets to meet, greet, and add to your family! Your Whisker Fest Guide! Follow the Map below to find everything you need to pawty at Whisker Fest! To make room for the fun, there will be NO on-site parking at the Leslie A. Malone Center. Carpools and rideshares are encouraged! There is parking available in select business lots and neighborhoods. Once you park, hop on our golf cart shuttle at the corner of E Warren Dr. and S. Quebec St. for a complimentary ride to registration! Event registration and check- in is on the left side of the Leslie A. Malone Center (if you are looking at the building). Have your ID ready – we’re checking then grab your food and drink tickets and VIP wristbands! See the impact of your support – sign up for a shelter tour at registration! Special thanks to our Sponsors!