Events
Here you will find all the fun events coming up at the City of Great Falls Animal Shelter.
BISSELL Pet Foundation - Empty the Shelters - July 5-19
BISSELL Pet Foundation, a national nonprofit dedicated to ending pet homelessness, is once again prompting a nationwide call for adoption through its Empty the Shelters® event, running July 5–19, 2025. Great Falls Animal Shelter will join more than 380 shelters across 43 states to help pets find loving homes through reduced adoption fees of $70 or less, generously sponsored by BISSELL Pet Foundation.
We’ll be offering adoption fees of $70 or less for cats, dogs, kittens and puppies. Visit greatfallsmt.net/animalshelter to view available pets, complete an adoption application, and learn more about this special event.
Dad Bods Wash-A-Thon: Canines & Cars - Saturday, June 21, from 10 AM to 4 PM at Magpie
Bust out the neon, crank up the boombox, and prepare for a blast from the past at the Dad Bods Wash-A-Thon: Canines & Cars — a throwback fundraiser like no other! Taking place on Saturday, June 21, from 10 AM to 4 PM at Magpie (202 2nd Ave South, Great Falls, MT 59401), this 1990s-themed event will have the whole community saying, “Most triumphant!”
This outrageous event features local dads trading in their dignity (and maybe a little street cred) to don cut-off neon tank tops, Hawaiian shirts, fanny packs, snapback hats, wraparound sport shades, and other retro favorites — all in the name of supporting the City of Great Falls Animal Shelter.
Bring your ride, your pup, or both for a fresh summer scrub! With a suggested donation of $10 per wash, all proceeds go directly to helping the animals at the shelter.
“We’re beyond stoked to have so many rad friends in the community who are willing to suit up in the most nostalgic way possible for a great cause,” said Joseph Parchen, Community Relations Specialist at the shelter. “It’s going to be totally tubular! And trust me — it’s going to be wicked! good time.”
So whether you’re looking to get your car sparkling, give your pup a sudsy treat, or just relive the glory days of slap bracelets and Super Soakers — come down, get washed, and help animals in need. It’s going to be a day full of suds, style, and serious heart.
Drool in the Pool 2025 - Sept 6th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Electric City Waterpark!
Hey dog lovers, ready to make a splash? It's time for the annual Drool in the Pool at Electric City Waterpark! Bring your furry friends for a tail-wagging good time on Friday, September 6th, from 11 am to 2 pm! Your pups will dive into fun with water activities, games, and more! Just $6 per dog and $3 per human. Don’t forget to bring proof of your dog’s vaccinations. Drool in the Pool is sponsored by Great Falls Park and Rec, Happy Tails Lodge, Scheels, Fetch, First Interstate Bank, Great Falls Animal Shelter, and STARadio! It’s gonna be pawsome!
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