Get ready! Petco is hosting free in-store events all month long featuring free premium food samples, prizes, and fun activities.
No purchase is required—just show up during the times below with your pets to cash in!
Petco Free September Event Schedule
- Every Saturday (1 – 1:30 pm): Free puppy playtime | Get your camera out to capture zoomies & cuteness overload! For pups 8 weeks to 6 months old. Proof of vaccines required.
- September 8th – Catch Mews in Store Every Day! Find a hidden Mews inside Petco & win a purr-ize for the kiddos!
- September 12th & 13th – From 2-4pm there will be a Meow Market! Grab FREE samples from Boxie, Blue Buffali, Tiki Cat & more!
- September 19th & 20th – The Meow Market is back! From 2-4pm grab free samples from Fussie Cat, Merrick, WholeHearted and more!
- September 26th & 27th – The Meow Market is back one more time this month! Head in between 2-4 pm for free samples from SHEBA, ACANA, Taste of the Wild, and more!
- Every Day: Petco Zoo | Swing by with the fam and say hi anytime to our reptiles, fish, furry & feathered friends—it’s free!
For more easy, real-life ways to care for your animals on a budget, head over to browse our full archive of active Free Community Events & In-Store Freebies!
Petco Free Events FAQ
Q: Are Petco events really free to attend?
A: Yes! Most in-store events, including Puppy Playdates and Pet Parent Essentials workshops, are completely free. However, some special workshops may require a small fee for materials if you choose to take them home.
A: Yes! Most in-store events, including Puppy Playdates and Pet Parent Essentials workshops, are completely free. However, some special workshops may require a small fee for materials if you choose to take them home.
Q: Do I need to register in advance?
A: For popular events like “Puppy Playdates” or professional grooming seminars, registration is highly recommended as space is limited. You can usually sign up through the Petco app or on their website under the “Events” tab.
A: For popular events like “Puppy Playdates” or professional grooming seminars, registration is highly recommended as space is limited. You can usually sign up through the Petco app or on their website under the “Events” tab.
Q: Can I bring my pet to every event?
A: Most events are pet-friendly, provided your pet is leashed and up-to-date on vaccinations. For specific classes, like “Puppy Playdates,” there may be age or size requirements (usually puppies under 6 months old).
A: Most events are pet-friendly, provided your pet is leashed and up-to-date on vaccinations. For specific classes, like “Puppy Playdates,” there may be age or size requirements (usually puppies under 6 months old).
Q: Do I get any coupons for attending?
A: Often, yes! Petco frequently provides attendees with “Vital Care” points or exclusive in-store coupons for products related to the event (like discounts on flea/tick prevention during a wellness seminar).
A: Often, yes! Petco frequently provides attendees with “Vital Care” points or exclusive in-store coupons for products related to the event (like discounts on flea/tick prevention during a wellness seminar).
Q: Where can I find the schedule for my local store?
A: Since event dates vary by location, the best way to check is to use the Petco Store Locator online. Select your store and click “Store Details” to see their specific calendar of upcoming events.
A: Since event dates vary by location, the best way to check is to use the Petco Store Locator online. Select your store and click “Store Details” to see their specific calendar of upcoming events.
