15th Annual Pets and Pumpkins Family Festival, Springfield

Enjoy a festival… with your pet! The Pets and Pumpkins Family Festival is the largest pet parade in the area! The downtown square will have tons of fun with fall-themed activities, vendors, and a festive fall atmosphere. Your family (pets included!) will be sure to love the Pets and Pumpkins Family Festival!

What’s at the festival?

With paid admission, the attendees can take part in a costume contest and a walking parade! The costume parade line-up starts at 2:15p.m. on Park Central East next to Civil Kitchen

After you pay the admission fee, you can take part in all activities with no extra cost!

Any vendor stalls will sell products not included in the event.

Pet details

All local city ordinances on pets apply. Meaning pets must be leashed.

There will be pet and family-friendly vendors focused on both pet’s and people’s needs! This includes things like pet food and toys and other product and food stations for the non-kibble eaters in case you want a snack too. So make sure to bring some extra cash!

There will be water stations throughout the festival so don’t worry about your pet getting over heated.

How much does it cost?
There’s so much to do for a good price for you and your furry friends.
Per person: $2
Per pet: $2
For any age and any pet!

Tickets will be purchased at the gate.

When is it?

Saturday, October 18, 2025, at 11 am–4 pm

Pets & Pumpkins is a “Rain or Shine” event meaning it will not be canceled due to inclement weather.

Where is it?

Downtown Square, Springfield, MO

Where Should I Park?

There will be various spots for you to park throughout Downtown Springfield. Parking for this event is first come first served.

Street parking is typically free but is harder to find.

There are also paid parking garages nearby.

For more parking information and pricing you can go to https://en.parkopedia.com

Where does the money go?
Almost 100% of the money earned from the admission fees goes to local, non-profit children and animal organizations. This event helps to support children in foster care and to help find homes for animals in need.

Want to help?
If you would like to help volunteer you can sign up at their website http://www.petsandpumpkins.com/ 
You can also sign up to be a vendor or a sponsor on their website.

Website: http://www.petsandpumpkins.com/ 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PetsandPumpkins/