US: Wilson, NC – Celebrate Cinco de Barko in Wilson with your Favorite Furry Friend
Monday, April 30th, 2018Join The Maggie Society on May 5th for Cinco de Barko, a family friendly, dog friendly afternoon of fun, food and music all to support a worthy cause.
If you’re an animal lover, grab a tailgating chair, the kids and the dog’s leash and get ready to PAWTY!
Along with the amazing Steve Hardy providing the tunes, food trucks will be on site so make sure to show up hungry. (Valid ID required for adult beverage purchases)
Other event activities include: bounce house, crafts (for children), PAWtraits (for the furry guests), silent auction, demonstrations, photo booth, Maggie Gear and adoptable dogs.
Kids 10 and under Free Admission.
Proceeds will go to: The Maggie SocietyCanine Rescue, Rehabilitation, & Education
Location: 210 Tarboro St. West, Wilson, NC 27893 (The “Grassy Lot”)
Date: Sat, May 5, 2018
Time: 4 – 7pm
themaggiesociety.com/current-events.html
For Regional Accommodations, Restaurants & Attractions: wilson-nc.com
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