Dogtoberfest 2025

The APCSM is excited to announce our 8th annual Dogtoberfest on Saturday October 25, 2025 from 2-6 PM! Dogtoberfest is a fun afternoon of beer tasting, music, food, games, raffle prizes, and more. All proceeds from this event benefit the homeless animals at our Brockton shelter. Dogtoberfest is a 21+ event!

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Event Details

Date: Sat. October 25th, 2025
Time: 2:00 - 6:00 pm
Location: APCSM, 1300 West Elm Street Extension, Brockton, MA 02301
There are two ticket options - Taster and Designated Driver. Taster includes a 5oz taster glass and a sampling at each participating brewery booth. Designated Driver ticket includes general admission without sampling. Tickets available here.
Beverages will be available for sampling & purchase from Shovel Town Brewery, Crue Brew Brewery, Vitamin Sea Brewing, 10th District Brewing Company, and Southern Glazer’s Beverage Company. We anticipate more partners will join us - stay tuned for updates!
TBD
- Live music by Sean Medeiros
- Games & Activities
- Shelter Dog contest at 4:30 - vote for the next King or Queen of Dogtoberfest!
PLEASE CARPOOL! Parking is limited in our lot. There is no parking available on the street.
Yes, your dogs are allowed in the shelter lot! We ask that you please keep them leashed at all times.

RAFFLE ITEMS WANTED!

Can you help make our raffle extra awesome this year?!

We’re currently seeking donations of various items; this could be anything from scratch tickets, restaurant gift cards, event tickets, pet themed gift baskets, and more. If you’d like to donate or have questions about a particular item, feel free to contact our team at specialevents@apcsm.org!