Arch Bark is back on Saturday, April 18, 2026, and it's the most tail-wagging day of the year. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Gateway Arch National Park transforms into St. Louis's ultimate dog-friendly celebration, free for every pup and their person.
Arch Bark 2026 promises an exciting lineup of activities for dogs and their humans, set against one of St. Louis’ most iconic green spaces:??
10:00 a.m. – Booths Open & Dog Walk Registration Begins
10:30 a.m. – Community Dog Walk
11:15 a.m. – Purina Incredible Dog Team Performance
12:00 p.m. – Dog Fashion Show + Best Trick Contest
12:30 p.m. – Purina Incredible Dog Team Performance
1:00 p.m. – Dog Agility Course Opens
Guests can enjoy ongoing pet activities including a DJ and music, pet booths and food trucks, caricature drawings, a roaming photo booth, yard games, and a tennis ball pit with Purina Beggin’ Treats. Purina will be there to greet pets and their people with complimentary treats, travel water bowls, doggie pickup bags and reusable totes that encourage responsible park enjoyment.
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