Events
 See our events calendar here.

Current Scheduled Events:

Great Summer Tailgate @ Texas Roadhouse
Tuesday August 19th, 2025 5:00 PM until 07:30 PM
Location: Texas Roadhouse - Coon Rapids (763) 862-3389
Map: 2780 Main St NW Coon Rapids MN 55448

Join us for a free Great Summer Tailgate event! The fun will be in the parking lot of Texas Roadhouse and Lowe's on and will include: • Bounce Houses • Free hot dogs and lemonade • Face painting • Balloon Palooza • Fire, Police, and Ambulance vehicles • Local Vendors (with free giveaways) • Local Crafters • Kid's Games • Dessert Food Trucks



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Let’s Talk Rescue & Buy Candles!
Saturday August 23rd, 2025 12:00 PM until 05:00 PM
Location: The Glass Poppy
Map: 10931 Baltimore St NE Blaine MN 55449

Come spend your Saturday surrounded by good vibes, great scents, and even greater causes! Join MARS, The Glass Poppy, and Nordeast Candle Co. for a cozy afternoon dedicated to helping rescue pets.
Here’s why you’ll love it: 10% of all candle sales go directly to our Mission to help pets in need Browse beautiful candles & handcrafted goods
~ Meet friendly faces from the rescue community and learn how you can get involved
~ Perfect opportunity to grab gifts (or treat yourself!) while supporting a life-saving cause
~ Whether you stop by to shop, chat, or just enjoy the atmosphere, every candle purchased helps bring a rescue pet closer to their forever home.
Mark your calendar, bring a friend, and let’s make this a day to remember!



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Dinner & Pints for Pets at Stanley's NE Bar Room
Wednesday August 27th, 2025 5:00 PM until 09:00 PM
Location: Stanley's Northeast Bar room (612) 788-2529
Map: 2500 University Ave NE Minneapolis MN 55418

Join us at Stanley’s – and support rescue pets while you dine! ~ Looking for midweek dinner plans? Join us at Stanley’s NE Bar Room with great food, cold drinks, and a great cause!

~ On Wednesday, 8/27 from 5–9pm, Stanley’s will be donating 10% of all sales to our Mission.

~ MARS is on a mission to give hope and homes to animals who were once lost, left behind, or forgotten.

~ Every bite and pint you enjoy helps them continue rescuing pets and supporting the people who love them.

Grab your friends (and your pup), hit the patio, and toast to 15 years of community, compassion, and wagging tails! 


 

 

 



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Meat Raffle @ Eagles Post #3208!
Friday September 5th, 2025 5:30 PM until 07:00 PM
Location: Eagles Post #3208 (952) 854-3044
Map: 9152 Old Cedar Ave S Bloomington MN 55425

Join MARS at the Eagles Post #3208 Meat Raffle! Support rescue pets just by showing up for some good ol’ fashioned fun!

Location: Eagles Post #3208 9152 Old Cedar Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55425
Date: Friday, September 5th
Time: 5:30–7:00 PM

Come grab a drink, win some meat, and help raise funds for Midwest Animal Rescue & Services (MARS)! Proceeds from each raffle support our mission to save more lives and serve more people and pets in need.



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Rescue on Tap: The Road Home & Puppies!
Thursday September 11th, 2025 4:00 PM until 07:00 PM
Location: Nouvelle Kitchen & Brewing
Map: 4124 W Broadway Ave Minneapolis MN 55422
See all of the animals attending this event.

Join us for an evening where good beer and good causes come together!

Beer Release – “The Road Home”
We’re thrilled to celebrate the release of The Road Home, a refreshing Fruit Punch Sour brewed with Sauvignon Blanc grape, passionfruit, orange, and guava juices. Bright, tropical, and full of flavor, it’s the perfect pint to enjoy while supporting a great cause.

Adoptable Puppies on Site
Come meet some adorable pups looking for their forever homes. This is your chance to find a new best friend while enjoying a fun night out.

Drink for a Cause

  • $1 from every pint of The Road Home will be donated to Midwest Animal Rescue & Services (MARS)
  • $3 from every specialty pour of The Road Home will also benefit MARS
  • 25oz crowlers will be available to take the flavor (and the support) home with you!

Come sip, smile, and support rescue pets. Together, we can raise a glass—and hope—for animals in need.



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Community BarkBQ: Vendor Fair & Donation Drive
Sunday September 14th, 2025 12:00 PM until 04:00 PM
Location: Brookdale Dog Park (763) 276-9880
Map: 7650 June Ave N Brooklyn Park MN 55443


Community BarkBQ: Vendor Fair & Donation Drive
Date: Sunday, September 14, 2025
Time: 12:00 – 4:00 PM
Location: 7650 June Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN 55443

Join us for an afternoon of food, fun, and community at the Community BarkBQ! This family-friendly, pet-friendly event brings together neighbors, local vendors, and animal lovers to support Midwest Animal Rescue & Services (MARS).

What to Expect:

  • Free admission
  • Free lunch, chips, and dessert (vegetarian option available in limited quantities)
  • Vendor Fair featuring local businesses and makers
  • Children’s Book Reading
  • Free Yoga Class
  • People & Pet Donation Drive

Sponsored by WeatherTek, this event helps MARS continue its mission of serving both pets and people — finding homes for animals who were once lost, left behind, and forgotten, while building a stronger community.

Bring your family, your friends, and your pets — and enjoy an afternoon of connection, good food, and giving back.



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Buffet Fundraiser at Q.Cumbers – Support MARS
Wednesday September 17th, 2025 4:00 PM until 08:00 PM
Location: Q. Cumbers (952) 831-0235
Map: 7465 France Ave S Edina MN 55435

Join us on Wednesday, September 17 from 4–8pm at Q.Cumbers in Edina for a buffet fundraiser benefiting Midwest Animal Rescue & Services (MARS).

When you bring this flyer or mention “MARS” while dining, 20% of your bill will be donated to help rescue pets find their forever homes.

Q.Cumbers offers a fresh, all-you-can-eat buffet featuring:

  • Crisp salad bar
  • Homemade soups
  • Fresh bakery items
  • Fruit and dessert selections
  • Hot entrées

It’s the perfect way to enjoy a wholesome meal with family and friends while supporting a cause that changes lives. Dine in and give back—your meal helps us continue our mission of rescuing and rehoming pets in need.



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Meat Raffle @ Eagles Post #3208!
Friday September 19th, 2025 5:30 PM until 07:00 PM
Location: Eagles Post #3208 (952) 854-3044
Map: 9152 Old Cedar Ave S Bloomington MN 55425

Join MARS at the Eagles Post #3208 Meat Raffle! Support rescue pets just by showing up for some good ol’ fashioned fun!

Location: Eagles Post #3208 9152 Old Cedar Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55425
Date: Friday, September 19th
Time: 5:30–7:00 PM

Come grab a drink, win some meat, and help raise funds for Midwest Animal Rescue & Services (MARS)! Proceeds from each raffle support our mission to save more lives and serve more people and pets in need.



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Meow Mixer at MARS!
Saturday September 20th, 2025 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: MARS
Map: 4084 83rd Ave. N. Brooklyn Park MN 55443
See all of the animals attending this event.

Join us at MARS on Saturday, September 20th from 11 AM – 2 PM for a one-of-a-kind Cat & Kitten Pop-Up Party!

We’re bringing together 20 (or more!) adorable cats and kittens for you to meet, cuddle, and maybe even take home. Whether you’re ready to adopt or just want to hang out in pure cat bliss, this is the purrfect way to spend your Saturday.

What to expect:

  • Meet & greet with 18 cats and kittens looking for homes
  • A fun, welcoming “cat party” atmosphere
  • Adoption counselors on-site to answer questions
  • The chance to find your new furry best friend!

Adoption applications can be started in advance or filled out on-site. Even if you’re not adopting, stop by and soak up the purrs — because what’s better than a Saturday surrounded by cats? https://www.midwestanimalrescue.org/info/adoption

Don’t miss it — 3 hours, 20 cats, endless love!!



Dinner & Pints for Pets at Stanley's NE Bar Room
Wednesday September 24th, 2025 5:00 PM until 09:00 PM
Location: Stanley's Northeast Bar room (612) 788-2529
Map: 2500 University Ave NE Minneapolis MN 55418

Dinner for Rescue Pets

Join us at Stanley’s NE Bar Room for an evening that helps pets in need.

On Wednesday, September 24th from 5:00–9:00 pm, Stanley’s will be donating 10% of all sales to benefit Midwest Animal Rescue & Services (MARS). Your meal and drinks will directly support our mission of rescuing, caring for, and rehoming pets who are lost, left behind, or forgotten.

Event Details:

  • Date & Time: Wednesday, September 24, 5:00–9:00 pm
  • Location: Stanley’s NE Bar Room
  • 2500 University Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418
  • Benefiting: Midwest Animal Rescue & Services (MARS)

Every order makes a difference. Come enjoy a night out and help save lives!

 

 

 



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Howl-o-Ween
Friday October 10th, 2025 5:00 PM until 07:00 PM
Location: Mississippi Gateway Regional Dog Park (763) 424-8000
Map: 10126 W River Rd Brooklyn Park MN 55443

Celebrate Howl-o-Ween with your favorite pup at the new Mississippi Gateway Regional Dog Park!

Free activities for dogs:

  • Snap spooky shots at Pawtography
  • Get a 3-minute caricature (just bring a photo!)
  • Treat your pup to Pup Cups Run wild in the off-leash area
  • Enjoy live music while you hang out
  • Grab a cold one from Heavy Rotation Co.
  • Enjoy eats from La Cocina

The first 100 pups will receive a treat bag courtesy of Stone Mountain Pet Lodge.

Please read the dog park rules HERE. This event DOES NOT require you to buy a pass from Three Rivers.



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Adoption Event
Saturday October 11th, 2025 10:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: Bloomington Luther Subaru (612) 326-3859
Map: 500 American Blvd W Bloomington MN 55420
See all of the animals attending this event.

Find Your New Best Friend at Subaru Loves Pets
Calling all animal lovers—this is your chance to meet your future family member. We’re teaming up with Luther Bloomington Subaru for a special adoption event filled with wagging tails, wet noses, and second chances. Many dogs of all ages and sizes will be on site, each waiting for their happily-ever-after.

Extra special news: For every pet adopted during the month of October, Subaru will make a donation to the MARS mission—helping us save even more dogs and cats in need. That means your adoption goes twice as far.

Join us, bring a friend, and help make October the month of happy tails and new beginnings. Together, we can write more MARSRoadHome stories.



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Meet MARS @ Autumn Brew Review 2025!
Saturday October 11th, 2025 1:30 PM until 05:00 PM
Location: Boom Island Park
Map: 724 Sibley St NE Minneapolis MN 55413

We’re excited to be part of Autumn Brew Review, Minnesota’s oldest craft beer festival! Spend the perfect fall day enjoying unlimited samples of craft beverages—beer, cider, THC seltzers, non-alcoholic options, and more—poured by the people who make them.The festival also features live music, games, shopping, competitions, and a full lineup of local vendors.

MARS will be there to share our mission, answer your questions, and connect with community members who want to make a difference for pets in need. While we won’t have dogs on-site, we’ll have plenty of ways for you to learn how to get involved with MARS and help more animals find their Road Home.

For full event details, tickets, and the list of breweries and vendors, visit the official Autumn Brew Review website: mncraftbrew.org/autumn-brew-review

We hope to see you there!



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Central Bark Anniversary Costume Party
Saturday October 18th, 2025 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM
Location: Central Bark (Oakdale) (651) 528-6974
Map: 3115 Hadley Ave N Oakdale MN 55128


Howl-O-Ween or Bark-O-Ween? That is the question.

Either way the answer is an Open House Dog Costume Party to celebrate our three year boo-thday! Come for fun, prizes, and food. Our friends from KCM Eggrolls food truck will be on hand, as will Bridgeman's with a FREE ice cream stand once again.

Delicious dog treats available from Treat Me Too, and a pet info kiosk by Hometown Veterinary Partners (aka Silver Lake). Come celebrate with us!

[Dogs must be leashed and social please. We ask you to fill out a general release form online or at event. Proof of rabies, dhpp, and bordetella vaccinations req'd.]



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Trunk or Treat
Friday October 24th, 2025 4:00 PM until 06:00 PM
Location: Just Love Coffee (763) 999-4178
Map: 11611 Theatre Dr N Champlin MN 55316

Get in the Halloween spirit with Just Love Coffee, Hometown Veterinary Partners, iDo Nails, and more! We're hosting a fun event with costumes, candy, and a chance to connect with the community.

See you there!



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Dog & Owner Costume Contest!
Friday October 24th, 2025 6:00 PM until 09:00 PM
Location: Broken Clock Brewinig Co.
Map: 1712 Marshall St. NE Suite 100 Minneapolis MN 55413

Broken Clock Brewing Cooperative x Pet Central Animal Hospital: 3rd Annual Dog & Owner Costume Contest!

Brock Clock's taproom will transform into a runway for you and your furry best friend to strut your stuff. Whether you’re twinning, going all-out with a theme, or showing off something spooky, we can’t wait to see your creativity!

Event Details:

  • Sign-up: 6 PM
  • Judging begins: 7:00PM SHARP!
  • Prizes for best in show!
  • Entry requirement: Both owner and pup must be in costume to participate.



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Dinner for Rescue Pets!
Wednesday October 29th, 2025 5:00 PM until 09:00 PM
Location: Stanley's Northeast Bar room (612) 788-2529
Map: 2500 University Ave NE Minneapolis MN 55418

DINE. DONATE. MAKE A DIFFERENCE.
Join us at Stanley’s NE Bar Room for a night that supports pets in need! 10% of all sales will be donated to Midwest Animal Rescue & Services (MARS) to help pets who are lost, left behind, or forgotten.

~ Grab a burger.
~ Raise a glass.
~ Help rescue animals — all just by showing up.

Can’t make it in person? Consider making a donation for what you would have spent, if you could have joined us! 

Let’s eat for a cause — and save lives, one plate at a time.



Halloween Pet Photo Shoot
Friday October 31st, 2025 4:30 PM until 06:30 PM
Location: Chuck & Don's Roseville
Map: 1661 County Rd C West Roseville MN 55113

Bring your four-legged friend in costume (or as they are!) for a spook-tacular Halloween photo shoot with Midwest Animal Rescue & Services!

What to Expect:
~ Professional Halloween-themed photos of your pet
~ Fun, festive atmosphere to celebrate the holiday
~ A chance to support Midwest Animal Rescue & Services while showing off your pet’s best look!

Costumes encouraged, but not required. Whether your pet is a pumpkin, a superhero, or simply their adorable self, we can’t wait to capture the cuteness.
Spread the word and invite your friends! Every photo helps us continue our mission of rescuing and rehoming pets in need.



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CPR & First Aid for Dogs + Cats
Saturday November 8th, 2025 9:00 AM until 12:00 PM
Location: MARS
Map: 4084 83rd Ave. N. Brooklyn Park MN 55443

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Canine & Feline CPR and First Aid Certification Fundraiser for MARS
Learn lifesaving skills for pets and support MARS at the same time!

Registration Fee: $74.95
Includes:

 

  • Official 2-year certification in Canine & Feline CPR and First Aid
  • Subscription to our Online Animal Emergency Resource Center (2 years)
  • Your choice of the 88-page, full-color manual:
  • eBook (view only, non-printable) – included
  • Printed copy – add $24.95
  • Businesses and groups may request a professional, frame-ready certificate and window decal to display certification


What You’ll Learn
Our program follows the industry-standard method of animal CPR and is designed to give you confidence until veterinary care is available.

Topics include:

  • Safety when handling sick or injured animals
  • How to perform emergency triage and recognize life-threatening conditions
  • Restraining and transporting animals safely
  • Providing first aid while en route to veterinary care
  • Taking vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, CRT) and knowing normal vs. abnormal readings
  • Building and using a pet first aid kit
  • Managing common emergencies: wounds, poisoning, burns, choking, and more
  • Performing CPR on dogs and cats (PetCPR+ Certification valid for 2 years)

Tip: Bring a stuffed animal to practice your skills on during class (optional, but recommended).

Continuing Education Credits
This course is approved to award CEUs:

  • 3 CEU for veterinary professionals
  • 3.5 CEU for CCPDT dog trainers
  • 3 CEU for IAABC 3 CEU for NADOI
  • 3 CEU for PACCC
  • 3 CEU for Pet Sitters International members

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Give to the Max for MARS: Together, We Save Lives!
Thursday November 20th, 2025 12:00 AM until 11:59 PM
Location: MARS
Map: 4084 83rd Ave. N. Brooklyn Park MN 55443


On Thursday, November 20th, join us for Give to the Max Day, Minnesota’s biggest day of giving! At Midwest Animal Rescue & Services (MARS), every gift makes rescue possible.

From emergency medical care to warm foster homes and forever families, your support changes lives.

Together, we’ve given thousands of pets a second chance—and with your help, we can save even more.

How you can help:

  • Donate on November 20th and maximize your impact.
  • Share our campaign with friends and family—every share helps us reach new supporters. Celebrate with us online as we share real rescue stories and updates throughout the day. Your generosity fuels hope, healing, and forever homes.

Let’s show what we can do together.

Donate here: https://www.givemn.org/organization/Mars
Or here: https://www.midwestanimalrescue.org/info/donate



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