Dorchester Pet Fest

02/10/2026

EXCITING NEWS!!
Applications for exhibitors, rescues/non-profits, and sponsors are now available on our website! Be part of a weekend to celebrate pets and raise funds for animal rescues.

July 25th & July 26th, 2026
10AM - 5PM both days
$200 outdoor and $300 indoor (for both days)
Camping available (24 hr washroom/shower access)

Dorchester Fairgrounds, 4939 Hamilton Rd, Dorchester, ON (east of London, between London & Woodstock, just minutes off the 401)

*** 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙤𝙣𝙡𝙮 𝙬𝙖𝙮 𝙩𝙤 𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙡𝙮 𝙞𝙨 𝙤𝙣 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙬𝙚𝙗𝙨𝙞𝙩𝙚 ***

https://dorchesterpetfest.com/

Haustier Events is a registered non-profit organization that hosts events to raise funds to support animal rescues.

08/10/2025

Our fabulous photographer Belinda J. Clements Photography captured these great shots! Are you in them?

08/06/2025

🎉🐾 SAVE THE DATE! 🐾🎉

📅 JULY 25 & 26, 2026
📍 Dorchester, Ontario

Get ready for two paws-itively amazing days packed with wagging tails, fuzzy faces, local vendors, adorable adoptables, fun contests, and family-friendly entertainment that’ll have you laughing with joy! 🐕🐾🐈

Don’t let your pet miss out on this weekend planned especially for them! All pets are welcome from bearded dragons and cats to alpacas and dogs!

🛍️ Vendors & Rescues — Applications open September 1, 2025! Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable event that brings thousands of animal lovers together in one place.

💬 Tag your pet-loving crew.
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Let’s make 2026 the fluffiest, furriest, most fun-filled year yet! 🐾💚

07/29/2025

🌟 A Huge THANK YOU to Our Volunteers! 🌟

Dorchester Pet Fest wouldn’t be possible without the amazing team of volunteers who gave their time, energy, and heart to help everything run smoothly. From setup to teardown, parking vehicles, directing guests, assisting vendors, keeping things tidy, and so much more — you made the magic happen.

Your dedication, kindness, and passion for pets shone through every moment. We are endlessly grateful for each and every one of you. 💚💜🧡🩷🩵💛🐾

See you NEXT YEAR: last weekend of July

07/27/2025

It's day 2 of Dorchester Pet Fest!

We hope to see some more familiar faces along with some new ones today with the weather being better! We still have lots of snacks to give away, stop by and say Hi! 😁🐶🐱

07/27/2025

07/27/2025

07/27/2025

07/27/2025

Graham and his band are still rocking out

07/25/2025

We’ve got lot’s of ways to help you and your pets cool down this weekend
💧2 pet water parks with pools & splash pads
💧Dock diving pool
💧Misting tent
💧Water Tap - water bottle refill station
💧LOTS of water bowls around the grounds
🕶️ Indoor seating to get out of the sun

07/22/2025

🐾🎉 PLAN YOUR PERFECT PET FEST EXPERIENCE 🎉🐾

Our interactive event map is now LIVE! 🗺️✨
Whether you’re coming for the shopping, snuggles, or shows - you can now customize your visit to Dorchester Pet Fest!

✅ Bookmark your favourite booths
✅ Learn more about each business
✅ Access websites & social media links
✅ View the stage schedule
✅ All in ONE place!

Start exploring now 👉 https://dorchesterpetfest.expofp.com/

Plan ahead, discover something new, and make the most of your Pet Fest weekend! 🐶🐱🐾