Pet parents, save these dates! October 2026 is packed with FREE pet events, Halloween activities, treats, food samples, costume contests and photo opportunities.
Petco, PetSmart, Pet Supplies Plus, Treats Unleashed and other pet retailers have special events happening throughout October.
Here’s your October 2026 Pet Halloween Freebies Guide!
PETCO — CATCH MEWS IF YOU CAN
Dates: All Month Long
Bring the kids to Petco and search for the hidden cat in-store. Find the cat and score a fun prize! Details here
PETSMART — OCTOBER BIRTHDAYS & GOTCHA DAYS
Date: October 3, 2026
Treats & Photos
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Celebrate your pet’s October birthday or Gotcha Day at PetSmart with treats and photos. Details here
PETCO — HILL’S FRESH DOG FOOD TASTING
Date: October 3, 2026
Time: 2 PM–4 PM
Bring your pup to participating Petco stores to sample Hill’s Fresh dog food. Details here
TRACTOR SUPPLY CO. — PET HALLOWEEN EVENT
Date: October 10, 2026
Time: 10 AM–2 PM
Check your participating Tractor Supply location for its October pet event details before heading out. Details here
TREATS UNLEASHED — FREE PUP-KIN SPICE LATTE SAMPLES
Date: October 10, 2026
Time: 11 AM–2 PM
Your pup can get in on pumpkin spice season too!
Treats Unleashed is hosting a Pup-kin Spice Latte Tasting with FREE samples while supplies last.
PETCO — WELLNESS DOG FOOD TASTING
Date: October 11, 2026
Time: 2 PM–4 PM
Stop by participating Petco stores for a Wellness dog food tasting. Details here
PETSMART — TRICKS FOR TREATS
Date: October 17, 2026
Time: 10 AM–4 PM
PetSmart is celebrating Halloween with its FREE Tricks for Treats event.
Bring the family for Halloween treats, photos and activities. Details here
PETCO — PETCOWEEN PARTY & COSTUME CONTEST
Date: October 17, 2026
Time: 2 PM–4 PM
Dress up your pet and head to Petco for the PetcoWeen Party & Costume Contest.
Petco says the event includes prizes, FREE treats and a Halloween photo opportunity. The costume contest begins at 2 PM. Details here
PETCO — TRICK-OR-TREAT IN STORE
Dates: October 17–31, 2026
Time: All Day
Bring your pup to Petco in costume and grab a FREE treat! Details here
PETSMART — MEET THE SPOOKY PETS
Date: October 18, 2026
Time: 12 PM–2 PM
PetSmart is hosting a FREE Meet the Spooky Pets event.
Stop by to meet and learn about some of PetSmart’s spookier pets. Details here
PETCO — FINLEY’S DOG FOOD TASTING
Date: October 18, 2026
Time: 2 PM–4 PM
Select Stores Only
Stop by participating Petco locations for a FREE Finley’s dog food sample. Details here
This event is available at select stores only.
PET SUPPLIES PLUS — HALLOWEEN EVENT
Date: October 24, 2026
Time: 12 PM–2 PM
Pet Supplies Plus locations are hosting a Halloween event featuring a pet costume contest, FREE samples, Halloween fun and special savings.
Participation and activities may vary by store.
PETCO — PETCOWEEN PORTRAITS + FREE TREAT
Date: October 24, 2026
Time: All Day
Get your pet dressed up for Halloween and stop by participating Petco stores for PetcoWeen Portraits.
Petco says pets can also snag a FREE treat. Details here
PETCO — HILL’S FRESH DOG FOOD TASTING
Date: October 24, 2026
Time: 2 PM–4 PM
Petco is hosting another Hill’s Fresh dog food tasting. Bring your pup to participating locations for a sample. Details here
PETSMART — TRICKS FOR TREATS
Date: October 25, 2026
Time: 10 AM–4 PM
Miss the first Tricks for Treats event? PetSmart is hosting another FREE Halloween event on October 25.
Bring the family for Halloween treats, photos and activities. Details here
PETCO — CHAMPION DOG FOOD TASTING
Date: October 25, 2026
Time: 2 PM–4 PM
Stop by participating Petco stores for a FREE Champion dog food sample. Details here
SAVE THE OCTOBER PET FREEBIES CALENDAR!
There are FREE pet events happening throughout October, so save this list and share it with another pet parent.
Remember: Event participation, freebies and quantities may vary by location. Samples and giveaways may be available only while supplies last. Always check your local store before making a special trip.
