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Annual Events, Birthdays & Field Trips

Each season, Purina Farms hosts special annual gatherings. From egg hunts to trick-or-treating, families can celebrate their favorite holidays at Purina Farms. All of our celebrations are family-friendly, and some are even dog-friendly. Take a field trip to Purina Farms or host a Paw-ty!

2023 Annual Events

Purina Farms Diving Dog Practice Sessions. Individual Open Dock. Sundays 12 - 4PM, Mondays and Tuesdays 3 - 7PM. 30 minute sessions, 4 dogs max, unlimited splashed. #30 per session. Reservations required at purinafarms.com

Individual Diving Dog

Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out in the sport of diving dog, we invite you to get your paws wet at Purina Farms! Sign-up for a 30-minute practice session for $30 with unlimited splashes. Sessions are limited to one registration per time slot with a maximum of four dogs. Trainers will not be provided. Advanced reservations are required.

Upcoming Dates:

Sundays | 12-4 p.m.

Mondays & Tuesdays | 3-7 p.m.

Howl-o-ween Fest October 27-29

Howl-o-ween Fest

Trick-or-treat and enjoy not-so-scary fun for the whole family, dogs included, this October 27-29, 3:30-8PM!  Ghoulish Games, Creepy Canine Corner, magic shows, bounce houses, canine performances, and more. Dress your family and your pup in their favorite costumes to participate in our Costume Paw-ty. 

Advanced parking registration required. A $20 (per car) parking fee includes free admission and giveaways! 

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Pints and Puppies Blood Drive

Join us at the Purina Event Center for a Pints and Puppies blood drive through the American Red Cross. Donate blood. Pet adoptable puppies. Feel good. It’s that simple!

All donor slots will be by appointment only - no walk-ins allowed.
Donors will receive a specially-designed event hooded long-sleeved shirt (while supplies last).

Upcoming Appointments:
November 21 | 12-5 p.m.

Pet-acular Holiday Bazaar

Pet-acular Holiday Bazaar

Join us at Purina Farms for our annual kid- and dog-friendly festival in the Purina Event Center this December 2 & 3, 10AM to 3PM! Shop for the holidays from over 25 local retailers, offering a wide selection of holiday gifts and treats for everyone on your list. Entertain the kiddos at Jingle Bell Junction and burn off that puppy energy at Slobber Town. Don't forget to capture the magic of the season with Santa Claus! Receive a free Photo Pass  OR a free gift for your pet when you donate a pet supply or new, unwrapped toy for kids ages 12 and under.

Advanced parking reservations required. A $25 (per car) parking fee includes free admission and giveaways!

Field Trip

Field Trips

Thousands of St. Louis-area school children travel to Purina Farms every year on field trips. The educational emphasis of Purina Farms makes it perfect for integrating into the curriculum of preschool and elementary school students.

Capacity is limited, reservations are required and must be made two-weeks in advance. If you are planning on ordering food from the concession stand for your group, orders must be placed two-weeks in advance. We cannot promise the availability of day-of orders.

Can't make it out to see us in person? Take a tour of Purina Farms from the comforts of your home or classroom. Virtually meet all the wonderful animals that call Purina Farms home and the canines who perform as part of the Purina Incredible Dog Team. Hear from the Purina Farms team of pet lovers on the unique characteristics of each pet featured during the field trip and discover interesting facts about their abilities, personalities and care.

For more information, call us M-F anytime between 9:30a.m – 3:30p.m. at 1-888-688-PETS (7387) or email us at purinafarms@purina.nestle.com.

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Birthday Pawties

Celebrate your special day with a Birthday Pawtie at Purina Farms! Schedule your all inclusive experience with your own private pavilion, exclusive seating at the Incredible Dog show, VIP wagon ride, food, drinks, and more!

Capacity is limited, reservations are required and must be made two-weeks in advance. Food orders must also be placed at least two-weeks in advance.

Also introducing virtual birthday greetings from your friends at Purina Farms. We’ll email you a video of our birthday song featuring the animal residents of Purina Farms and include a personalized message in the email with our well wishes. Although the greeting is free, we encourage making a $10 donation to the APA of Missouri, one of our animal welfare organization partners, if you are able.

For more information, call us M-F anytime between 9:30a.m – 3:30p.m. at 1-888-688-PETS (7387) or email us at purinafarms@purina.nestle.com.

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