BarktoberFest 2026

WHEN & WHERE

October 9-11, 2026
Caledonia State Park, Fayetteville, PA

ISSDC 14th Annual BarktoberFest
101 Pine Grove Rd, Fayetteville, PA 17222

Some of our scheduled events include, but are not limited to,:

  • Two (2) Shiloh Shepherd Specialty Shows
  • CGC, Temperament Testing & Shiloh Breed Ambassador Testing
  • Catered Lunches & Silent Auction
  • Halloween Themed Event – dress up and we’ll choose the best costume for a prize. Decorate your Tent!
REGISTRATION OPEN REGISTRATION OPEN
  • CLICK HERE to Register
  • deadline October 1, 2026 
EARLY ENTRY PRIZE PARTY EARLY ENTRY PRIZE PARTY
Get your Barktoberfest plans started early! Enter your dog by September 21st and you’ll automatically be entered into our Early Entry Prize Party!!

THE MORE YOU DO, THE MORE CHANCES YOU HAVE TO WIN!! 

Barktoberfest! Where the Dogs Come to Party!

» How to Earn Entries
  • Enter 2 Shows, One Dog = 1 Prize Party Entry
  • Each Additional Dog, Enter 2 Shows = 1 Additional Prize Party Entry
  • Purchase Weekend Meal Plan = 1 Prize Party Entry
  • Each Additional Weekend Meal Plan = 1 Additional Prize Party Entry
  • Each Dog Registered for 2 or More Tests = 1 Prize Party Entry
» Available Prizes

Reimbursement of Select Barktoberfest Fees totaling $300+

  • Free Show Entry
  • Free Weekend Meal Plan
  • Free Testing
  • Free Pet Fee at the Hotel
  • Free Raffle Entry
  • Free Barktoberfest Shirt
  • Free Photo Session
EVENT SHOPS
  • Bonfire Non-Profit Shop [SHOP NOW] … optional shipping deadline… orders before September 21st can be available for pickup at the Event
  • CafePress Shop [SHOP NOW] … select Barktoberfest collections 

We have SO MUCH FUN planned for everyone this year. We have a rented pavilion along with a wide expanse of field at Caledonia State Park near Fayetteville, Pennsylvania for the ISSDC/Mid-Atlantic Region’s Annual Barktoberfest Event.

Barktoberfest is a casual weekend to hang out with friends, love on plenty of Shilohs and Shilohs-by-association, and earn some show points. We’ll hold conformation shows on Saturday & Sunday afternoons. We do encourage participants to pre-register so we can estimate how much food and drink we’ll need.  Follow the links below for detailed information about the show.

And lastly, we’d like to offer a silent auction with the proceeds going to the ISSDC and other endeavors that support the ISSDC’s mission. If you have a basket or gift you’d like to donate, please let Marti or Rhonda know so we can keep track and thank you enthusiastically for participating.

Keep checking back as some details and/or schedule of events may change. Any questions? or if you wish to volunteer, please contact us:

  • Rhonda, Marti, Karen, Tara & Tiffany
    barktoberfest@issdcmember.com

please note: no cars are allowed on the show grounds or access road; parking is available in adjacent lot. We are working with the park to see if we can have pre-determined times to drive down the access road for drop-off and take-out.

WEATHER FORECAST WEATHER FORECAST
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DOG RULES

Dog Rules, General:

  • Friendly Dogs Are Welcome!
  • All dogs must be current on their rabies vaccine.
  • All dogs must remain on leashes.
  • All dogs must be kept secure to avoid them breaking loose while trying to find their owners or relief from the heat.
  • Clean up after your pet. We are visitors to this wonderful park and want to come back.
  • Well behaved dogs are welcome at our evening social events.
  • Respect and abide by all rules set forth by the event location(s).

Aggressive Dogs Policy:

  • Aggressive dogs, defined as those exhibiting threatening behaviors such as growling, lunging, or have a known bite history, are strictly prohibited from shows. If a dog displays aggression, it will be immediately removed, and the owner/handler may face disqualification without refund. Future participation may also be restricted after further review by the BOD. For the safety of all, these rules are rigorously enforced at ISSDC-sponsored shows.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Friday, October 9  
3:00 PM to 6:00 PM Afternoon Setup at Park
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Dinner on your own
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Pretzel Bar- BYOB, Hotel Lobby
Saturday, October 10  
9 AM to 10:30 AM Day-of Show Registration
9 AM to 12:00 PM Adult Temperament Testing
  Canine Good Citizen Testing
  Shiloh Breed Ambassador Testing
11:30 AM to 12:30 PM Lunch  Available for Pickup (pre-order)
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM Show #1
3:00 PM to 5:00 PM Costume & Tent judging
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Dinner on your own
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Ice Cream Social
Sunday, October 13  
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM Fun Games & Great Prizes (Day of Show Registration)
11:30 AM Lunch -TACO BAR – pre-order required
1:00 PM -3:00 PM Show 2
3:00 PM – Finish GROUP CLEAN UP & PACK OUT
FEE SCHEDULE

PRE-ENTRY PER SHOW :deadline October 1, 2026

  • $25.00 – 2-6 month puppies – members
  • $30.00 – 2-6 month puppies – non-members
  • $30.00 – all others – members
  • $35.00 – all others – non-members

ALL SHOWS – BULK DISCOUNT

  • $5.00 discount per event when you register for ALL shows

DAY OF SHOW ENTRY PER SHOW

  • $40.00 – all dogs, regardless of age
    Credit Cards and Electronic Payment ONLY accepted. No Checks or Cash.
    Every attempt is made to keep ISSDC events cashless.

LUNCH MEALS

  • Saturday Lunch $20.00 per person
  • Sunday Lunch $20.00 per person
  • Meal Plan (Saturday & Sunday Lunch) $35.00 per person
  • Pre-order will be required.
TESTING (CGC, SBA, & TT)

CANINE GOOD CITIZEN (CGC)

  • Allison Rittenhouse, evaluator
  • $20.00, all breeds
  • pre-registration is required

SHILOH BREED AMBASSADOR TESTING

  • Karen Zikosky, evaluator
  • $10.00 Members Only
  • pre-registration is required

TEMPERAMENT TESTING (must have a minimum of five participants)

  • Christi Yonavick & Amanda Carnes, testers
  • $15.00 per dog
  • pre-registration is required
  • must be 12 months or older; proof of rabies required
PHOTOGRAPHY

Our Barktoberfest Event Photography Team is:

  • Portraits by Jacki Wilde ~wildeshots photography
  • [GET ALL THE DETAILS HERE] [PDF] 
  • Saturday & Sunday; (Friday evening by special request)
  • Portraits/Fun Sessions 
  • Show/Win Photos : win photos will be emailed after the show
  • Affordable prices, discounts available
  • US$ (no checks)

Photography & Videography Policy:

Only photographer(s) and videographer(s) expressly approved by the International Shiloh Shepherd Dog Club (ISSDC) are authorized to capture photographs or videos at any ISSDC-sponsored event for commercial purposes and/or for profit. All other photography or videography must be strictly for personal, non-commercial use. The sale or distribution for a profit from any photographs or videos taken by unauthorized individuals is expressly prohibited, this includes soliciting for tips or donations in exchange for pictures and/or videos taken.

Further information can be found [HERE]. Individuals interested in photography for commercial purposes and/or for profit can complete the Photography Request Form on the ISSDC website.

SILENT AUCTION - DONATE

Interested in participating with something for our Silent Auction? Complete the form via the following link:

SILENT AUCTION SUBMISSION

Thank you for your continued support!

FOOD

$20 per day; $35 Meal Plan

  • Saturday, Sub Sandwiches
  • Sunday, Taco Bar

Looking only to pay this item? [Click Here] to proceed to our payment page.

LODGING

HOTELS

Hampton Inn, Chambersburg [website]

955 Lesher Road
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-9185

$139/room + $50/pet fee ; deadline Sept 25, 2026

Ask for room block under “Shiloh Dog Show”

CAMPING

Hosack Run Campground [website]

Caledonia State Park
just up the hill from the show grounds

For those of you interested in camping, they do have sites available but rumor has it they fill up quickly. So book now!

DIRECTIONS

Caledonia State Park
101 Pine Grove Rd
Fayetteville, PA 17222
(717) 352-2161

  • Caledonia State Park is at the intersection of US 30 and PA 233

MORE INFO
WEATHER FORECAST WEATHER FORECAST
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Shows and Awards

How to Submit Win Sheets

  • effective 1/1/2024 all winsheets must be submitted electronically
  • winsheets must be submitted no later than 45 Days from Date of Show
  • scan and email to: winsheets@issdcmember.com
  • Each year the ISSDC will award the coveted Grand Victor and Grand Victrix (GV) awards as well as the top 10 National Selects (NS).

Handling Class Policy

  • No impromptu handling classes shall be conducted at any ISSDC-sponsored event without prior approval from the Event Organizers. Any fees collected for approved handling classes must be directed to benefit the Club. Unauthorized handling classes or the retention of fees for personal profit is strictly prohibited and may result in disciplinary action by the Club.
LIABILITY STATEMENT

By registering for the event, the dog owner, or its representative, hereby assumes all risks of, and responsibility for, accidents and/or damage to her/himself or to her/his property or to others, resulting from the actions of her/his dog. The owner expressly agrees that the ISSDC and its assignees or any other person, or persons, of said groups, shall not be held liable personally, or collectively, under any circumstances, for injury, and/or damage to her/himself, for loss or injury to property, whether due to uncontrolled dogs or negligence of any member of said groups, or any other cause, or causes. The owner also agrees to assume all financial liability that may be incurred by the ISSDC due to the actions of themselves or their dogs regardless of the cause.

ALL EVENTS ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Our Events are the perfect place for EVERYONE! Whether a long-time owner, someone waiting for their new puppy, or simply interested in learning about the breed, our events are the perfect place to meet Shiloh Shepherds. You do not need to participate in the show to come.