Dogtoberfest 2026

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Event Details

Date: Sat. October 24th, 2026
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, Vitamin Sea Brewing, Black Hat Brew Works and more! MOCKTAILS and dirty soda will be available from Have a Bite!
Barrels and Boards will be serving up the Candied Bacon, Buffalo Chicken Nachos, Steak Tips and More! Click here for a full menu.
- 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.

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Participating Breweries

The APCSM is excited to announce our 9th annual Dogtoberfest on Saturday October 24, 2026 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!

Limited Edition Event Hoodies available this year by pre-order only! Get yours here!

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