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Meadowlark Botanical Gardens

Barks, Brews, and BOOs!

Dachshund wearing a hot dog costume on a leaf-covered path.
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Calling all HOWL-o-ween hounds and their BOO crews! BARKS, BREWS, AND BOOs at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens promises a fetching evening of tail-wagging treats, spirited sips, and un-BOO-lievable fun. Come raise the woof with a Pup Power Walk, sink your fangs into a hot dog, and sniff out something thirst quenching at the Hot DOG Shack. Then unleash your inner fashion beast for our Halloween Pup and Person Style-Off—whether you’re dressed to terrify or looking fur-bulous, it’s your time to shine. Eat, drink, and be scary—it’s going to be a howling good time!

Hot DOG Shack | 5-7pm – Hot DOGS, light snacks, and beverages will be available for sale on the Garden Patio, just outside the Visitor Center. Each pup will receive a free pup cup. All items are available while supplies last.  

Spirited Sips | 5-7pm – Enjoy a refreshing beer, wine, or a creamy Ghostly Glow signature beverage available for sale at the Hot DOG Shack! ID required.  

Pup Power Walk | 5pm – Leash up for a paws-itively energizing guided walk--a great way to discover Meadowlark's pathways. Meet at the Visitor Center.  The walk will end at the Garden Patio where the festivities will continue!  

Halloween Pup and Person Style-Off | 7pm – Pups and people, show your Halloween SPIRIT with a BOOtiful or spooky costume! Prizes will be awarded.  

Sniff out new friends, chase golden hour, and enjoy a fetching evening at Meadowlark. A GGRRReat way to enjoy an Autumn evening!

Please note:

  • All dogs must be on a six-foot (or shorter) fixed leash. No retractable leashes permitted.
  • One dog per adult   
  • An Assumption of Risk form must be completed for first-time pup visitors.   
  • Admission will end at 6:30pm and Meadowlark will close at 7pm. 

Admission 

Garden admission ($5-$9) or membership applies. Dogs are $6 each (free for members). Registration is not required.  

This activity will be held in rain. In the event of bad weather, the program will be cancelled. Any cancellation will be announced on Meadowlark's Facebook page and at novaparks.com.  

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