05/06/2026
We hope to see you at and in 10 days! 🎉
WHO?:
Pug enthusiasts from across the nation. 😍
WHAT?:
Bluegrass Pug Fest - an annual event that allows you the opportunity to be surrounded by like-minded “pug people” during the scheduled two days and one evening of smushy-faced shenanigans: think petting pugs, shopping and supporting vendor and rescue booths (seriously more pug merch available for purchase than you have seen in your lifetime!), educational opportunities, silent auction, activities, contests (pug races, custard eating, etc.), food, and an After Pawty hosted by event sponsor PG&J’s Dog Park and Bar.
PG&J’s Dog Park and Bar After Pawty - Think Saturday evening sniffs and socializing, adult beverages, laughter, barking, raffles that support rescue, and did we mention there would be PUGS?! [Vet records must be pre-submitted, but they are waiving fees for pugs. Send vet records to to [email protected] and mention Bluegrass PugFest After Pawty.]
WHEN?:
Bluegrass Pug Fest - Saturday, May 16th from 9am to 5pm and Sunday, May 17 from 9am to 4pm.
AfterPawty: Saturday, May 16th. The shenanigans usually occur from around 6-9pm, but you can close the place down if you’d like! 🗣️ Last call!!
WHERE?:
Bluegrass Pug Fest: Kentucky Exposition Center West Halls, 937 Phillips Lane, Louisville, KY 40209
After Pawty: PG&J’s Dog Park and Bar, 800 Baxter Avenue, Louisville, KY, 40204
WHY?: Make memories with your pug while socializing with others in the pug community, all while supporting rescues devoted to saving the breed. The better question is - WHY NOT?! 😝
HOW?: Throw on your favorite pug t-shirt, get your pug dressed to impress, and get to the event however you can!! Whether you need to walk, jog, journey by horse-drawn buggy, or catch a plane, train, or automobile, just do whatever you need to do to get there because is a thing. 😉