IPAAW & PARTNER EVENTS
Scroll down to view our listings for all the happenings for IPAAW and other animal organizations in Central Indiana.
IPAAW hosts two signature events every year and participates in multiple partner events.
Upcoming Events
SEPTEMBER 2025
Sept 13: ARPO at Irvington Farmers Market
When: Saturday, September 13, 2025, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Where: Irvington Farmers Market (part of Broad Ripple / Indianapolis region)
What to Expect: ARPO will have a table featuring adoptable cats and dogs.
Sept 14: Love of Labs Indiana – Dog Rescue Fundraiser
When: Sunday, September 14, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
What: A fun, family-friendly event hosted by Love of Labs Indiana, featuring adoptable dogs and fundraising activities to support their rescue efforts. lolin.org
Why Go: Great for Lab lovers, opportunity to support a breed-specific rescue and meet adoptable pups in a relaxed setting.
Sept 17: Indy Hair Ball 2025 – Pet Friendly Services of Indiana [IPAAW SPONSORS]
When: Wednesday, September 17, 2025 (Rain Date: Wednesday, September 24, 2025)
Where: The Indianapolis Propylaeum, 1410 N Delaware St, Indianapolis, IN
What to Expect: Outdoor fundraising event featuring live music by Roxie & The Strays, adoptable pets from local rescues, food trucks, drinks, and dog-friendly activities. All proceeds support spay/neuter programs across Indiana.
Sept 18: Tails & Ales Adoption Event
When: Thursday, September 18, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Where: Broad Ripple Brewpub, Indianapolis
What to Expect: Small-animal rescues bring adoptable cats and dogs. Enjoy the brewpub’s food and handcrafted beers while meeting adoptable pets.
Sept 20: IPAAW Ales for Adoptable Tails [Ticketed Event]
When: Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Where: CoHatch Broad Ripple, Indianapolis
What to Expect: Learn More Here
OCTOBER 2025
OCT 4 - Love Them For Life at Tom Wood Subaru
When: Saturday, October 4, 2025
What: Media-friendly, outdoor adoption event where local rescues bring cats and dogs for adoption, held at Tom Wood Subaru dealership. petfriendlyservices.org
Why Go: A welcoming environment for browsing adoptable pets, often with reduced fees or special incentives.
OCT 18 - Dog Daze at the Maze
When: Saturday, October 18 and Sunday, October 19, 2025
Where: Danville, IN
What to Expect: A fall-themed, dog-friendly event hosted in a corn maze—includes pet activities, adoption outreach, and seasonal entertainment.
OCT 19 - Indy Pet Parade
When: Saturday, October 19, 2025 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Where: Metazoa Brewing, Indianapolis, IN
What to Expect: Pet parade with rescue booths, vendors, and live music.
OCT 25 - Barktoberfest 2025 – Taffy’s Touch Senior Dog Rescue
When: Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Where: Aging Hearts Senior Dog Center, Plainfield, IN (just under 20 miles from Indianapolis)
What to Expect: A fall festival for dogs and their people featuring a Pup Cup Station, a dog costume contest (humans welcome to dress up too!), plus local vendors and rescue supporters.
IPAAW IS TABLING THIS EVENT