Events

See our events calendar here.

Current Scheduled Events:

Domino's -- Pizza That Saves Lives
Monday December 15th, 2025 12:00 PM until Sunday February 15th, 2026 11:59 PM
Location: MARS
Map: 4084 83rd Ave. N. Brooklyn Park MN 55443

Support Midwest Animal Rescue & Services through our Domino’s Donate for Dough fundraiser!

From now through February 15, supporters can purchase a $20 Donate for Dough fundraising card that unlocks unlimited Buy One, Get One FREE large pizzas, valid through December 2026.

For every card sold:
- $10 is donated directly to Midwest Animal Rescue & Services
- Cards are valid at 149 participating Domino’s locations

This is a simple way to enjoy pizza while helping animals in need.

Purchase here: www.tinyurl.com/MARSPizzaDeal

Thank you for supporting our mission to help pets and people — where all roads lead home.

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Pryes 4 Pups: Comedy & Music Night
Thursday February 12th, 2026 6:00 PM until 09:00 PM
Location: The Lynhall (LynLake) (612) 870-2640
Map: 2640 Lyndale Ave S Minneapolis MN 55408

Pryes 4 Pups: Comedy & Music Night

Featuring Joe Cocozzello, Elizabeth Selin, The Wrong Omar & JC Lippold

$2 per pint donated $30 tickets

The Lynhall — Feb 12

One surprise guest comedian still to be announced Scan or click below to grab tickets — this one’s going to sell fast.

https://givebutter.com/Pryes4Pups

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Valentine’s Day Pet Photoshoot
Saturday February 14th, 2026 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: Chuck & Don's Roseville
Map: 1661 County Rd C West Roseville MN 55113

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with your pet while supporting rescue animals!

Join us at Chuck & Don’s – Roseville for a festive Valentine’s Day photoshoot.
Bring your pet for a quick, fun photo session and take home a printed keepsake.

Event Details
• Date: Saturday, February 14
• Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• Location: Chuck & Don’s – Roseville

Cost
• $10 per printed photo
• All proceeds benefit rescue pets in need

Additional Information
• Walk-ins welcome
• Pets must be leashed or safely contained
• Photos available while supplies last

This event supports the mission of Midwest Animal Rescue & Services and helps provide care, medical treatment, and second chances for animals in need.

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MARS Adoption Event at Blaine PetSmart!
Saturday February 21st, 2026 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: Blaine PetSmart (763) 614-3055
Map: 10451 Baltimore St NE Blaine MN 55449
See all of the animals attending this event.

MARS Adoption Event at Blaine PetSmart!

Looking to add a new canine companion to your home? Join us at Blaine PetSmart for a MARS adoption event featuring adoptable dogs ready to find their Road Home!

Location: Blaine PetSmart 
10451 Baltimore St NE • Blaine, MN 55449
Date: Saturday, February 21st, 2026 
Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM 

Come meet adoptable pets, chat with our team, and learn more about fostering, volunteering, or supporting MARS. Whether you’re ready to adopt or just want to say hello, we’d love to see you there!

Together, we help pets find their Road Home.

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Dinner for Rescue Pets!
Wednesday February 25th, 2026 5:00 PM until 09:00 PM
Location: Stanley's Northeast Bar room (612) 788-2529
Map: 2500 University Ave NE Minneapolis MN 55418

DINE. DONATE. MAKE A DIFFERENCE.
Join us at Stanley’s NE Bar Room for a night that supports pets in need! 10% of all sales will be donated to Midwest Animal Rescue & Services (MARS) to help pets who are lost, left behind, or forgotten.

~ Grab a burger.
~ Raise a glass.
~ Help rescue animals — all just by showing up.

Can’t make it in person? Consider making a donation for what you would have spent, if you could have joined us!

Let’s eat for a cause — and save lives, one plate at a time.

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Dinner for Rescue Pets!
Wednesday March 25th, 2026 5:00 PM until 09:00 PM
Location: Stanley's Northeast Bar room (612) 788-2529
Map: 2500 University Ave NE Minneapolis MN 55418

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Twin Cities Home Expo
Friday April 24th, 2026 12:00 PM until Sunday April 26th, 2026 05:00 PM
Location: MN Convention Center (612) 335-6000
Map: 1301 2nd Ave S Minneapolis MN 55403

Midwest Animal Rescue & Services (MARS) will be attending the Twin Cities Home Expo April 24–26, 2026 at the Minneapolis Convention Center with an informational table.

The Twin Cities Home Expo features hundreds of exhibitors focused on home improvement, remodeling, and design. Visitors are encouraged to stop by the MARS table to learn more about our work, community impact, and opportunities to support pets and people through local rescue efforts.

Booth details will be announced as they become available.