Adoption Events
For information about the adoption process at BARCS, or to have your application pre-approved before attending one of our events, click here.
Summer of Love Pet Adoption Store at THE AVENUE at White Marsh
☀️ Peace, love, and adoptable animals! Join us on Saturday, September 20 from 12–4 PM as BARCS takes over the Summer of Love Pet Adoption Store at THE AVENUE at White Marsh! Sponsored by Tito’s Handmade Vodka, this rotating pop-up features a different Maryland shelter each weekend, all working together to bring good vibes and second chances to pets in need. Come meet adorable cats and dogs and feel the love! 🐾💕
THE AVENUE at White Marsh, 8125 Honeygo Blvd, Baltimore, MD 21236
Tattoos For Rescues
Join Magic Mirror Tattoo on Sunday, September 21, 2025, from 10 AM–8 PM, for Tattoos for Rescues, a fundraiser benefiting BARCS! 🐾 Tattoo artists from across Maryland will be offering flash designs (customs are limited, so arrive early), and BARCS’ BFF Waggin’ will be on-site from 10 AM–2 PM with adoptable pets. 🌯 Food trucks, 🎟 raffle prizes, and merchandise will also be available.
Magic Mirror Tattoo, 407 Headquarters Dr Ste 7, Millersville, MD 21108
Summer of Love Pet Adoption Store at THE AVENUE at White Marsh
☀️ Peace, love, and adoptable animals! Join us on Saturday, September 27 from 12–4 PM as BARCS takes over the Summer of Love Pet Adoption Store at THE AVENUE at White Marsh! Sponsored by Tito’s Handmade Vodka, this rotating pop-up features a different Maryland shelter each weekend, all working together to bring good vibes and second chances to pets in need. Come meet adorable cats and dogs and feel the love! 🐾💕
THE AVENUE at White Marsh, 8125 Honeygo Blvd, Baltimore, MD 21236
21st BARCStoberfest Beer Release Party
Join us on Saturday, September 28th from 12–4 PM for our annual BARCStoberfest Beer Release celebration at Checkerspot Brewing Company! Not only will we have adorable, adoptable animals looking for their forever homes, but we’re packing the day with fun, food, and festivities.
Checkerspot Brewing Company, 1421 Ridgely St, Baltimore, MD 21230
21st Annual BARCStoberfest
Celebrating 21 Years of Baltimore's Largest Pet-Friendly Festival on Saturday, October 25, 2025! BARCStoberfest is so much more than just a "W-A-L-K" in the park... it's a 5K run, a beer garden, a family friendly festival with games and entertainment, but most importantly an annual fundraising lifeline for thousands of animals at BARCS.
Summer of Love Pet Adoption Store at THE AVENUE at White Marsh
☀️ Peace, love, and adoptable animals! Join us on Saturday, September 13 from 12–4 PM as BARCS takes over the Summer of Love Pet Adoption Store at THE AVENUE at White Marsh! Sponsored by Tito’s Handmade Vodka, this rotating pop-up features a different Maryland shelter each weekend, all working together to bring good vibes and second chances to pets in need. Come meet adorable cats and dogs and feel the love! 🐾💕
THE AVENUE at White Marsh, 8125 Honeygo Blvd, Baltimore, MD 21236
Summer of Love Pet Adoption Store at THE AVENUE at White Marsh
☀️ Peace, love, and adoptable animals! Join us on Saturday, September 5 from 12–4 PM as BARCS takes over the Summer of Love Pet Adoption Store at THE AVENUE at White Marsh! Sponsored by Tito’s Handmade Vodka, this rotating pop-up features a different Maryland shelter each weekend, all working together to bring good vibes and second chances to pets in need. Come meet adorable cats and dogs and feel the love! 🐾💕
THE AVENUE at White Marsh, 8125 Honeygo Blvd, Baltimore, MD 21236
Summer of Love Pet Adoption Store at THE AVENUE at White Marsh
☀️ Peace, love, and adoptable animals! Join us on Sunday, August 31 from 12–4 PM as BARCS takes over the Summer of Love Pet Adoption Store at THE AVENUE at White Marsh! Sponsored by Tito’s Handmade Vodka, this rotating pop-up features a different Maryland shelter each weekend, all working together to bring good vibes and second chances to pets in need. Come meet adorable cats and dogs and feel the love! 🐾💕
THE AVENUE at White Marsh, 8125 Honeygo Blvd, Baltimore, MD 21236
Supersized Adoption Event
Join us at the Baltimore Humane Society on Saturday, August 30 from 9 AM–1 PM for the Supersized Adoption Event, sponsored by WBAL and Clear the Shelters. Meet adorable cats, dogs, and small companion animals from BARCS, the Maryland SPCA, Baltimore Humane Society, and Baltimore County Animal Services—all together in one place and all with waived adoption fees as part of the Maryland 3000 challenge.
Baltimore Humane Society, 1601 Nicodemus Rd, Reisterstown, MD 21136.
National Dog Day Celebration at Road Runner Sports Columbia
Join us and our friends at Road Runner Sports Columbia on Tuesday, August 26 from 4–7 PM for a paws-itively fun National Dog Day celebration! 🐶 Stop by to say hello, meet some of our adorable adoptable dogs, and maybe even find your new best friend. ❤️🐾
Road Runner Sports Columbia, 6630-C Marie Curie Dr, Elkridge, MD 21075
Summer of Love Pet Adoption Store at THE AVENUE at White Marsh
☀️ Peace, love, and adoptable animals! Join us on Saturday, August 16 from 12–4 PM as BARCS takes over the Summer of Love Pet Adoption Store at THE AVENUE at White Marsh! Sponsored by Tito’s Handmade Vodka, this rotating pop-up features a different Maryland shelter each weekend, all working together to bring good vibes and second chances to pets in need. Come meet adorable cats and dogs and feel the love! 🐾💕
THE AVENUE at White Marsh, 8125 Honeygo Blvd, Baltimore, MD 21236
Summer of Love Pet Adoption Store at THE AVENUE at White Marsh
☀️ Peace, love, and adoptable animals! Join us on Saturday, August 9 from 12–4 PM as BARCS takes over the Summer of Love Pet Adoption Store at THE AVENUE at White Marsh! Sponsored by Tito’s Handmade Vodka, this rotating pop-up features a different Maryland shelter each weekend, all working together to bring good vibes and second chances to pets in need. Come meet adorable cats and dogs and feel the love! 🐾💕
THE AVENUE at White Marsh, 8125 Honeygo Blvd, Baltimore, MD 21236
Mega Adoption Event at Eastpoint Mall
On Saturday, August 2, BARCS, Maryland SPCA, Baltimore Humane Society, Baltimore County Animal Services, and The Humane Society of Harford County will gather together for another extra special "mega" adoption event as a part of Maryland 3000. This adoption event, sponsored by WBAL and Clear the Shelters, is the largest in the Baltimore area and surrounding counties.
Eastpoint Mall, 7839 Eastpoint Mall, Baltimore, MD 21224
Summer of Love Pet Adoption Store at THE AVENUE at White Marsh
☀️ Peace, love, and adoptable animals! Join us on Sunday, July 27 from 12–4 PM as BARCS takes over the Summer of Love Pet Adoption Store at THE AVENUE at White Marsh! Sponsored by Tito’s Handmade Vodka, this rotating pop-up features a different Maryland shelter each weekend, all working together to bring good vibes and second chances to pets in need. Come meet adorable cats and dogs and feel the love! 🐾💕
THE AVENUE at White Marsh, 8125 Honeygo Blvd, Baltimore, MD 21236
Tito's Charity Event and BARCS Adoption Event at Midway Discount Liquors
Join us on Saturday, July 26 from 12–3 PM at Midway Discount Liquors for a Tito’s Make-Your-Own Seltzer Bar and Adoption Event! The BFF Waggin’ will be rolling in with some adorable, adoptable animals from BARCS, while Breakthru Beverage and Tito’s host a fun-filled sampling event. Even better? For every bottle of Tito’s sold in June and July, Tito’s will donate $1 to BARCS—cheers to that!
Midway Discount Liquors, 12320 Pulaski Hwy, Joppatowne, MD 21085
PetSmart Charities National Adoption Week- PetSmart Pasadena
Exciting news! Join us on Thursday, March 27, for the PetSmart Charities National Adoption Week event at PetSmart Pasadena. Swing by the BARCS BFF Waggin' and get to know some of our lovable, fluffy friends available for adoption. Don’t miss the chance to have your heart stolen by your future best furry friend!
PetSmart Pasadena, 24 Mountain Road, Glen Burnie, MD, 21060
Summer of Love Pet Adoption Store at THE AVENUE at White Marsh
☀️ Peace, love, and adoptable animals! Join us on Sunday, July 10 from 12–4 PM as BARCS takes over the Summer of Love Pet Adoption Store at THE AVENUE at White Marsh! Sponsored by Tito’s Handmade Vodka, this rotating pop-up features a different Maryland shelter each weekend, all working together to bring good vibes and second chances to pets in need. Come meet adorable cats and dogs and feel the love! 🐾💕
THE AVENUE at White Marsh, 8125 Honeygo Blvd, Baltimore, MD 21236
BARCS Bazaar
Join us at the BARCS Bazaar on Saturday, July 19, from 12–4 PM at Peabody Heights Brewing! Explore a mix of vintage finds and handmade goodies—all while supporting shelter animals. The BARCS BFF Waggin’ will be there with adorable adoptable pets ready to steal your heart. Every purchase makes a difference, so come discover great treasures, meet furry friends, and enjoy a fun day at the brewery!
Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 E 30th St, Baltimore, MD 21218
Kramer & Jess' All Paws Home: 10-hour adoption event
Our friends Kramer and Jess from Mix 106.5 are stepping up in a big way with a bold mission: Get 106 animals out of the shelter and into loving homes in just one day.
Join us on Saturday, July 12, from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM for All Paws Home, a one-day, 10-hour adoption marathon event hosted by Kramer and Jess. We’re waiving adoption fees to help cats, dogs, and other furry friends find the homes they’ve been waiting for.
BARCS Animal Shelter, 2490 Giles Road, Baltimore, MD 21225
Super Premiere Party & BARCS Adoption Event
🎬 LOOK UP! It’s a Super Premiere Party & BARCS Adoption Event!
On Thursday, July 10, the BFF Waggin’ is rolling into Harbor East Cinemas for a night of movie magic and meet-your-new-best-friend energy—featuring adoptable animals from BARCS! A portion of the proceeds will benefit BARCS. Don’t miss this super night for a super cause!
Harbor East Cinemas, 645 S President St, Baltimore, MD 21202
Summer of Love Pet Adoption Store at THE AVENUE at White Marsh
☀️ Peace, love, and adoptable pets! Join us on Saturday, July 5 from 12–4 PM as BARCS takes over the Summer of Love Pet Adoption Store at THE AVENUE at White Marsh! Sponsored by Tito’s Handmade Vodka, this rotating pop-up features a different Maryland shelter each weekend, all working together to bring good vibes and second chances to pets in need. Come meet adorable cats and dogs and feel the love! 🐾💕
THE AVENUE at White Marsh, 8125 Honeygo Blvd, Baltimore, MD 21236
The Vine on Main Parade and Pet Adoption Event.
The BFF Waggin’ will be rolling in on Saturday, June 28, from 10 AM to 4 PM at The Vine on Main for a Parade & Adoption Event, hosted by the Downtown Sykesville Connection as part of their seventh annual “Let Freedom Ring Parade.”
The Vine on Main, 7615 W Main St, Sykesville, MD 21784
PetSmart Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Join us at PetSmart Ellicott City from 12-4 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!
Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!
**Standard adoption procedures still apply.
PetSmart Ellicott City, 9200 Baltimore National Pike, Ellicott City, MD 21042
PetSmart Towson Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Join us at PetSmart Towson from 4-7 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!
Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!
**Standard adoption procedures still apply.
PetSmart Towson, 1238 Putty Hill Ave, Towson, MD 21286
Petco Canton Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Join us at Petco Canton from 12-4 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!
Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!
**Standard adoption procedures still apply.
Petco Canton, 3969 Boston St. Baltimore, MD 21224
PetSmart Pasadena Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Join us at PetSmart Pasadena from 12-4 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!
Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!
**Standard adoption procedures still apply.
PetSmart Pasadena, 24 Mountain Rd, Glen Burnie, MD 21060
Meow at the Manor, Adoption Event and Beer Release
Join us at Manor Hill Brewing for Meow at the Manor! On Sunday, June 8th, Manor Hill Brewing is hosting a cat-tastic celebration in honor of their barn cats, Maryann & Ginger—adopted from BARCS! The event features adoptable animals, kids' crafts, live music, tasty treats, and a special beer release, all benefiting BARCS and supporting local animals in need. Don’t miss the early release of Barn Cat’s Meow Hazy Double IPA and limited-edition shirts on Friday, June 6th!
Manor Hill Brewing, 4415 Manor Ln, Ellicott City, MD 21042
Petco Canton Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Join us at Petco Canton from 12-4 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!
Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!
**Standard adoption procedures still apply.
Petco Canton, 3969 Boston St. Baltimore, MD 21224
Petco Timonium Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Join us at Petco Timonium from 12-4 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!
Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!
**Standard adoption procedures still apply.
Petco Timonium, 1719 York Rd, Timonium, MD 21093
PetSmart Pasadena Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Join us at PetSmart Pasadena from 4-7 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!
Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!
**Standard adoption procedures still apply.
PetSmart Pasadena, 24 Mountain Rd, Glen Burnie, MD 21060
PetSmart Towson Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Join us at PetSmart Towson from 12-4 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!
Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!
**Standard adoption procedures still apply.
PetSmart Towson, 1238 Putty Hill Ave, Towson, MD 21286
PetSmart Ellicott City Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Join us at PetSmart Ellicott City from 12-4 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!
Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!
**Standard adoption procedures still apply.
PetSmart Ellicott City, 9200 Baltimore National Pike, Ellicott City, MD 21042
Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Join us at Petco Canton from 4-7 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!
Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!
**Standard adoption procedures still apply.
Petco Canton, 3969 Boston St, Baltimore, MD 21224
PetSmart Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Join us at PetSmart Towson from 12-4 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!
Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!
**Standard adoption procedures still apply.
PetSmart Towson, 1238 Putty Hill Ave, Towson, MD 21286
Petco Pop-Up Adoption Event!
Join us at Petco Canton from 4-7 p.m. and catch the BFF Waggin' for a chance to meet some of our adorable, adoptable animals!
Whether you are looking to adopt a playful pup or a cuddly kitty, our staff and volunteers will be delighted to help you make a match!
**Standard adoption procedures still apply.
Petco Canton, 3969 Boston St, Baltimore, MD 21224