Events

Here’s a look at upcoming events and fundraisers we have coming up. We hope to see you there!

Bark in the Park

September 26, 2026
Tower Park
10:00 am to 1:00 pm

Join us for our 30th annual Bark in the Park to benefit animals. Event fun includes; animal related exhibitors, dog games, parade, cake walk, mutt show, raffles, food, and more.

Paws to Read

October 10, 2026
Peoria Heights Public Library
10:30 AM-11:30 AM

Paws to Read gives children the opportunity to practice reading aloud to specially trained therapy dogs in a relaxed, supportive environment. Call the library at (309) 682-5578 to reserve a reading spot.

Adoption Event​​

October 10, 2026
Peoria Toyota, 7401 N Allen Rd, Peoria, IL
1PM - 3PM

Come see dogs available for adoption. We’re working with PCAPS to find them their forever home.

Subaru Loves Pets

October 16, 2026
Uftring Subaru, 500 Fairlane Dr, East Peoria, IL
1:30PM - 3:30PM

We’re proud to be one of the many organizations celebrating Subaru Loves Pets this October. Here at Peoria Humane Society, we are partnering with Uftring Subaru to find loving homes for PCAPS shelter animals. Adoptable pets will be at Uftring Subaru on Oct. 16th.

Helping Hands Fundraiser

October 20, 2026
Oct 20-24, 2026
Helping Hands Resale Shoppe
10:00PM-5:00PM

A portion of Helping Hands (Peoria Heights) proceeds from October 20th-24th will go to the Peoria Humane Society. Shop and donate during store hours from 10-5pm.

Blessing of the Animals

November 7, 2026
Peoria Humane Society
10AM-11AM

Our annual Blessing of the Animals at PHS. Bring your pets for them to receive a blessing. All pets are welcome. Must have dogs on a leash and all other animals in a carrier or otherwise restrained.

Paws to Read

November 14, 2026
Dunlap Library
10AM-11 AM

Paws to Read gives children the opportunity to practice reading aloud to specially trained therapy dogs in a relaxed, supportive environment. Call the library at (309) 243-5716 to reserve your reading spot.

Murder Mystery Dinner

November 21, 2026
Barrack's Banquet Center
5PM-8PM

Join the fun and solve the mystery at our Murder Mystery Fundraiser Dinner. Stay tuned for more details and ticketing info coming soon.

Howl-iday Boutique

December 5, 2026
Peoria Humane Society
11AM-2PM

A variety of pet supplies and PHS merchandise will be for sale. Shop for your animal-loving friends and family and support the important programs at PHS.

Gift Wrapping

December 19, 2026
Northwood Mall
12PM-3PM

Bring your gifts and PHS and therapy dogs will wrap them for a donation. Gift wrapping station is in front of the Wings mural on the upper level of Northwoods Mall past the food court.

Gift Wrapping

December 20, 2026
Northwoods Mall
12PM-3PM

Bring your gifts and PHS and therapy dogs will wrap them for a donation. Gift Wrapping station is in front of the Wings mural on the upper level of Northwoods Mall past the food court.

Fundraisers

Pups of Peoria

Bring a little personality to Peoria while making a difference for animals in our community! Purchase your own Pups of Peoria sculpture to paint and display, and your purchase will help support the Peoria Humane Society’s mission and programs that improve the lives of local animals.

Help Support Pet Therapy

Our Pet Therapy Program depends on dedicated volunteers and their dogs who are willing to share their time, compassion, and companionship with others. If you and your dog enjoy meeting people and making a positive impact in your community, we invite you to learn more about becoming part of the team. Together, we can bring comfort, connection, and joy to those who need it most.

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