Barktoberfest

October 10-12

Raise your steins and leash up your furry friends for a tail-wagging celebration at Barktoberfest! This festive weekend blends the lively spirit of Oktoberfest with adorable canine fun, featuring festive brews, hearty fare, lively music, and plenty of four-legged excitement. From playful pup contests and peanut butter licking competitions to the crowd-favorite corgi races, there’s something for every dog lover to enjoy.

Stroll through a festive atmosphere filled with barking buddies, cheerful toasts, and Oktoberfest merriment as pups and their humans celebrate together in true Bavarian style. Whether you come dressed in lederhosen, dirndls, or your favorite dog-themed attire, prepare for a paws-itively unforgettable weekend of laughter, friendship, and spirited fun!

More Information Coming Soon!

Shadowgate Downs

TIME	EVENT
2:00 PM	Corgi Races
4:00 PM	Dog Obstacle Course

Merry Mayhem Stage

TIME	EVENT
12:30 PM	Peanut Butter Licking Contest
2:00 PM	Dog Costume Contest
2:30 PM	Stein Hoisting

Seafarer’s Beergarden

TIME	EVENT
11:15 AM	Scruffy the Puppy
3:45 PM	Scruffy the Puppy

Dragon’s Breath

TIME	EVENT
11:30 AM	The Fortress Dwellers
12:30 PM	The Fortress Dwellers
2:00 PM	The Fortress Dwellers
4:00 PM	The Fortress Dwellers

Cigar Rolling Demo

Saturday, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM at the Cigar Cart

DEALS & DISCOUNTS

Barktoberfest - Oct 4 & 5

Dogs

Dogs get $5 off their registration at the box office.

Celebration of Cities

Bring you Driver’s License or a piece of mail with your name and address on it showing one of these cities and you will get $3 off your ticket purchased at the box office:

Emporia, Kansas
Cameron, Missouri
Pittsburg, Kansas
Joplin, Missouri

Renaissance Scholars

Students grade K-College, show your proof of good grades (all As and Bs or equivalent) either digitally or on paper at the box office and get a free ticket. College student must show current school ID.

Artisan Appreciation

Shop with the artisans inside the festival. Show your paper receipts of purchases totaling over $200 and receive a free ticket to our Renaissance Festival. (exception Oct 11-13 you have the choice of receiving a free ticket to Knights of Lights festival instead.