Bark & Brew + Bark & Brew 5K
Presented by Chief Financial Credit Union
Bark & Brew
Kick off your summer with our 8th annual Bark & Brew presented by Chief Financial Credit Union! This event is for the whole family: enjoy famous Rochester Mills brews, delicious food, live music throughout the day including Chris Meldrum (classic rock/country) and the Killer Flamingos (dance/party music), a kids' zone with inflatables, carnival games, rock climbing wall and more. You'll meet some of our adorable Future Leader Dogs, Leader Dogs in training!
When: Saturday, June 8, 2024 from 9AM to 7 PM
Where: Rochester Mills Beer Company, 400 Water St, Rochester, MI 48307
Tickets: Adult admission reduced this year as a THANK YOU to our patrons!
- Bark & Brew Event Ticket (Ages 3 & Up) - $5
- Kid's Play Area Wristband (included in admission price)
- Dog VIP Package - $30 (limited number available)
Purchase your ticket HERE.
** Rain or shine. No refunds or exchanges.
To protect the health of Leader Dogs and Future Leader Dogs at the event, personal dogs are not allowed.
Bark & Brew 5K and 1-Mile Run/Walk
Leader Dogs for the Blind and presenting sponsor Chief Financial Credit Union are excited to announce the Bark & Brew 5K/1-Mile! Kick off your summer on a beautiful course including the Clinton River Trail and winding through the trails of Bloomer Park in Rochester, MI.
THIS EVENT IS CAPPED AT 800 PARTICIPANTS.
Register for the race HERE.
New in 2024! The Double Dog Dare Ya! Combo
Finish the 1-Mile and 5K and receive a bigger 2024 commemorative medal! The Double Dog Dare Ya! Combo is limited to 100 registrants.
The 5K/1-Mile includes free entry to Leader Dog's Bark & Brew event taking place after the run/walk at Rochester Mills Beer Company in Downtown Rochester from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Participants will receive a race t-shirt, mug medal with bottle opener, race bib, pint glass, and a coupon for a free, age-appropriate beverage at the Bark & Brew event.
After completing your race, head over to the Bark & Brew event site in Downtown Rochester to redeem your free beverage coupon! Have your non-running friends and family join you at the Bark & Brew event and continue the fun throughout the day.
Only service animals are allowed on the 5K racecourse. Leader Dog puppy raisers can participate with their Future Leader Dog and breeding hosts can participate with their breeding stock dog in the 1-Mile Run only.
For event info and to sponsor Bark & Brew, contact:
View the sponsorship form HERE.
Hosted by
Thank you to our sponsors
Presenting Sponsor
Independence Sponsor
Empowerment Sponsor
John and Margo Hebert