FREE Bark in the Park Event Returns to Oro Valley Nov. 14

Published on November 05, 2026

ORO VALLEY, Ariz. (November 5, 2026) – Calling all dog lovers: Bark in the Park is back for an evening of wagging tails, community connection and family-friendly fun.

Join Oro Valley Parks and Recreation on Saturday, November 14, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Steam Pump Ranch, 10901 N. Oracle Road. This free event welcomes residents, their families, friends and well-behaved four-legged companions.

Guests can meet adoptable dogs, browse local pet-focused vendors, enjoy food trucks and make crafts for both people and pups. A photo booth will offer printed photo strips, creating a fun keepsake from the evening.

Dogs with a flair for fashion can enter the free dog costume contest. Registration will take place on-site, with space for up to 50 entries.

Pet owners can also take advantage of affordable wellness services through a drive-through clinic hosted by Pathways for Paws volunteers. Services include $10 distemper/parvo, bordetella and feline FVRCP vaccines, plus $15 microchips. Rabies vaccines will not be offered.

Bark in the Park will feature several rescue organizations and a pet food drive benefiting the Southern Arizona Animal Food Bank, giving attendees an easy way to help local animals in need.

For everyone’s comfort and safety, dogs must remain on a 6-foot, non-retractable leash, and owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets.

Bring your pup, bring your neighbors and enjoy an evening celebrating the animals that make our community feel like home.

For more information, visit the event page here. For questions about the event, please contact Parks and Recreation at 520-229-5050 or recreation@orovalleyaz.gov. General inquiries may also be sent to ask@orovalleyaz.gov.