2026 Margre Durham Walk & Dog Fest supporting the Nebraska Humane Society
2026 Margre Durham Walk & Dog Fest supporting the Nebraska Humane Society
About 2026 Margre Durham Walk & Dog Fest
2026 Margre Durham Walk & Dog Fest
Sunday, Sept. 27 | 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | 8929 Fort Street | Free to attend
Get ready for...
Amazing Sponsor Tents
Beer Garden & Yummy Food
Amazing Sponsor Tents
Beer Garden & Yummy Food
FlyBall Demonstrations
Family Zone
Rescue Groups
Exclusive Merch
Adoption Parade
Family Zone
Rescue Groups
Exclusive Merch
Adoption Parade
Did we mention A LOT of dogs?!
Is a beautiful meadow full of dogs inexplicably not enough to sell you? Well, good news, there's still plenty more!
Event Day Schedule
10:45 a.m.-1:45 p.m.: Shuttle buses run
11 a.m.: Gates Open
11 a.m.: Amazing Sponsors, Rescue Groups, Raffles, Family Zone, Food and Tito's Canine Cantina open
11:20: FlyBall demonstration
11:45 a.m.: Adoption Parade
12:00 pm: K9 Handler demonstration
10:45 a.m.-1:45 p.m.: Shuttle buses run
11 a.m.: Gates Open
11 a.m.: Amazing Sponsors, Rescue Groups, Raffles, Family Zone, Food and Tito's Canine Cantina open
11:20: FlyBall demonstration
11:45 a.m.: Adoption Parade
12:00 pm: K9 Handler demonstration
12:30: FlyBall demonstration
1 p.m.: Take a mile long walk along the Keystone Trail
Come back and finish the day on the meadow
1:30 p.m.: Tito's Canine Cantina closes
1 p.m.: Take a mile long walk along the Keystone Trail
Come back and finish the day on the meadow
1:30 p.m.: Tito's Canine Cantina closes
The attendance fee is waived, but you can still register to raise donations for pets in need - the animals would LOVE that! And this year, we're shaking things up with a whole new incentive to give - The Golden Paw!.
Golden Paw
New in 2026: The $150 "Golden Paw" will give you 40% off merch, five raffle entries, four drink tickets, a walk t-shirt, a food voucher and VIP access! Reserve your Golden Paw now, or get it at the event!
New in 2026: The $150 "Golden Paw" will give you 40% off merch, five raffle entries, four drink tickets, a walk t-shirt, a food voucher and VIP access! Reserve your Golden Paw now, or get it at the event!
You are the heart and soul of the Walk & Dog Fest. Your support means the world to the Nebraska Humane Society, and we would love to have you join us for this special day.
Looking forward to seeing you there!
Date
Starts at: September 27, 2026 11:00 AM
Ends at: September 27, 2026 1:30 PM
Location
Nebraska Humane Society
8929 Fort Street
Omaha,NE 68134 USA
Contact
Gordon Krentz
402-905-3483
gkrentz@nehumanesociety.org
Why we need you at the Walk & dog Fest!
You are the most important part of the Walk & Dog Fest! Each year, over a thousand people and hundreds of dogs enjoy a wonderful day in the NHS Meadow.
While you're here, check out all of our sponsor booths, grab a bite and a drink, snag all the freebies you can, enter an incredible raffle, learn about responsible pet ownership and be a part of the betterment of animals in our community.
It will be a day of celebration. Your support makes a difference. And you can come celebrate with us on Sunday, Sept. 27 at 8929 Fort Street in Omaha from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.!
How Your Support Makes a Difference
By supporting the Walk & Dog Fest, you are making a difference all year long. Thanks to donors like YOU, a lot was accomplished last year.
- 8,273 animals were adopted into their forever home
- 2,316 lost animals were reunited with their owners
- 300 foster homes cared for 1,603 fragile animals
- 8,391 diagnostic tests were performed
- 7,223 spays/neuters were performed on adoptable pets
- 747 specialized surgeries and dental procedures were performed
- 6,153 animals were microchipped
- 24,934 calls were responded to by NHS Animal Control
- 4,422 children and adults attended NHS presentations/shelter tours
- 426 youth participated in Camp Kindness
- 599 people attended NHS dog training classes
- 3,515 people and 6,197 pets were provided with emergency pet food by the NHS Pet Food Pantry
Just think of what is possible this year, with your help.