Barktober-Fest & Pet Costume Contest

Join Gulf Coast Town Center for the annual Barktober-Fest & Pet Costume Contest on Saturday, October 10, 2026. This FREE family and pet-friendly event will be from 6-8 PM in the courtyard and filled with fun, fur, and festivities! Enjoy music, photo ops, and balloon art, plus a chance to strut your pup in our pet costume contest benefiting the Gulf Coast Humane Society.

Costume Contest Entry: Suggested $5 cash donation or new wish list item (All proceeds go to GCHS)

Pre-registration required -

SIGN UP HERE: https://nadg.jotform.com/262715888970070

Highlights Include:

• Pet Costume Contest – Win a $100, $75, or $50 Petco Gift Card!
• Pet Photo Booth – Capture the cutest smooch
• Sweets & Treats – Something for everyone to enjoy!
• DJ spinning spooky Halloween jams

Bring your pets, your best costumes, and your Halloween spirit for a fun time!