Central Bark 2026
SAVE THE DATE Sunday, August 16, 2026 Noon - 3 PM Fitzgerald Field in Central Park San Mateo
Price: FREE
We are excited to announce our Central Bark event, taking place in Central Park, San Mateo, on Sunday, August 16, 2026 from Noon-3PM. Celebrate our furry friends with an afternoon packed with vendors, fun activities and lively entertainment. All proceeds from Central Bark will go towards supporting San Mateo PAL youth programs.
San Mateo PAL is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, founded in 1997 in collaboration with the San Mateo Police Department and the San Mateo Parks and Recreation Department to keep our kids on track, in school and away from negative and troubling behaviors by engaging youth with police officers to help create a safer community and promote the healthy physical, social, and psychological development of our youth.
Donation:
Can't attend the event but still want to contribute? Consider making a tax deductible donation of money or products to support Central Bark. Any contribution will make a meaningful impact on our event's success.
"Top Dog" Exclusive Platinum Sponsor ($5,000): Exclusive to Only One Sponsor
- Logo in event email communications
- Logo on main vinyl event sign at venue
- Name in Press Release
- Name and Logo in Social Media Posts
- Logo on event flyers
- Hyperlinked logo on City of San Mateo website
- Opportunity to share video of yourself acknowledging your sponsorship to use on social media
- Opportunity to address crowd on day of event
- Complimentary tent space
"Gold(en) Retriever" Sponsor ($2,500+):
- Logo in event email communications
- Logo on main vinyl event sign at venue
- Name in Press Release
- Name and Logo in Social Media Posts
- Logo on event flyers
- Hyperlinked logo on City of San Mateo website
- Complimentary tent space
"PAW-some Puppy" Sponsor ($1,000):
- Logo in event email communications
- Name and Logo in Social Media Posts
- Hyperlinked logo on event webpage
- Complimentary tent space
Vendor Space Only: $250
Vendor Space & Use of Provided Tent (10’x10’), 1 -Table (6’), and 2 -Chairs (2) Rental: $350
Non-Profit Space Only: $0 (Non-Profit Organizations)
Non-Profit Space & Use of Provided Tent (10’x10’), 1 -Table (6’), and 2 -Chairs (2) Rental: $100Donation