Pet lovers and families are invited to enjoy a furry-filled day at PawFest @ Market Days, presented by Mt. Vernon Festivals, Inc., on Saturday, June 14 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at The Commons, 911 Broadway, Mt. Vernon, IL.

Whether you bring your pet (on a leash, please!), adopt a new furry friend, or simply want to enjoy the fun, PawFest offers a day packed with pet-friendly activities, local vendors, food trucks, and live presentations.

 Thousand Hills Veterinary Clinic will be onsite providing pet vaccinations and wellness services, and a variety of pet-specific vendors will be available offering treats, accessories, care products, and more.

 Main Stage & Event Schedule:

 Location: The Commons, 911 Broadway, Mt. Vernon, IL 62864
10:00 A.M. – Sit, Stay, Set Demonstration
11:00 A.M. – Top Dog Award Presentation & Bark For Life Celebration
11:30 A.M. – Dog Sitting Q&A Panel
12:00 P.M. – Helping Your Adoptable Pet Adjust Q&A
1:00 P.M. – Meet the Adoptables: Runway Show
1:30 P.M. – Blessing of the Pets & Introduction of Past PawFest Adoptees
2:00 P.M. – Pet Contests & Award Presentations

Please note: Schedule is subject to change.

 Market Days Vendor Fair –Downtown!

Held alongside PawFest, Market runs this Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and features a diverse array of indoor and outdoor vendors, handmade crafts, antiques, food trucks, and so much more!

Vendor Inquiries: To set up at Market Days, please contact tourism@mtvernon.com or call (618) 242-3151.