Celebrate summer with your favorite four-legged family members at Outlets at Castle Rock's highly anticipated annual Barks & Brews event! Taking place on Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Colorado’s favorite open-air, pet-friendly shopping destination will transform its scenic courtyard into the ultimate paradise for dogs and the people who love them. Bring your leashed furry friends out to experience a vibrant lifestyle festival packed with live entertainment, photo opportunities with Bluey and Bingo, a free dog caricature artist, essential pet resources and much more!
This year’s festival is uniting four distinct animal rescue centers from across Colorado for on-site meet-and-greets of adoptable dogs looking for their forever homes.
Attendees can relax in a lively craft beer garden showcasing local craft brews from Alidade Brewing, grab dinner from a curated lineup of popular local food trucks, and enjoy live performance by country band Rhett Haney as part of the center's popular summer concert series. All proceeds from the local beer garden will benefit the Humane Society of South Platte Valley.
For the pups, the event boasts an expansive, specialized marketplace just for them! Pet owners can connect directly with professional dog training experts for tips, shop a massive selection of playful toys, and stock up on premium dog snacks and gourmet treats made just for their companion animals.
Whether you are looking to adopt a new bestie or treat your current pet to the ultimate afternoon out, Barks & Brews offers something for every animal lover.
Admission to the festival is free.