Events

  • Microchipping Clinic – FULL

    BENCHS 1250 North River Drive, Mankato, MN, United States

    THIS CLINIC IS FULL!! BENCHS will be holding a Microchipping Event for community members on May 27th! Microchips are a safe and easy way to protect your pets if they find themselves lost one day. BENCHS, local vet clinics and some pet stores have the ability to scan lost pets for microchips, which then provide […]

    $30
  • 507 Pawtio Pawty

    The 507 526 South Front Street, Mankato, MN, United States

    RAISE THE WOOF!! (Rescheduled) BENCHS will be at The 507 in Mankato for their very first PAWTIO PAWTY on MAY 27th. They are teaming up with a BUNCH of local businesses to host an amazing event for ALL dog owners and dog lovers. They will have a bunch of pet friendly activities, vendor booths, and […]

  • Plant & Pet Supplies Sale

    BENCHS 1250 North River Drive, Mankato, MN, United States

    If your garden is lacking something and needs a lift, the BENCHS Plant Sale will be the perfect place to buy new plants for your garden and help the animals out at the same time. We always have a great selection for our returning customers. This sale is a fundraiser for the daily care of […]

  • Board Meeting

    BENCHS 1250 North River Drive, Mankato, MN, United States
  • Paws on the Patio @ Pub 500

    Pub 500

    Looking for a pet-friendly alternative to regular Sunday brunch for Father's Day? Join other dog lovers and their dads at Paws on the Patio @ Pub 500. The next Paws on the Patio of 2023 will be on Sunday, June 18th from 10 a.m. to noon. This morning event is held on the outdoor patio of Mankato's […]

  • St. Peter’s Old-Fashioned 4th of July Celebration Parade

    St. Peter, MN St. Peter, MN, United States

    St. Peter’s Old-Fashioned 4th of July Celebration parade is a highlight of the area every year and BENCHS is planning to join in on the celebration in 2023! BENCHS is calling for volunteers who want to walk alongside the BENCHS float! We have some pet toys and flyers to hand out to the crowd. We'd […]

  • Board Meeting

    BENCHS 1250 North River Drive, Mankato, MN, United States
  • RibFest Fundraiser

    Vetter Stone Ampitheater 309 West Rock Street, Mankato, MN, United States

    BENCHS has been asked to be the main nonprofit at the 25th Annual RibFest, August 3-6, 2023! The four-day fest will once again feature the best ribs from across the country and the finest in regional and national musical entertainment. It will take many hands to make this year’s RibFest another success and we are honored […]

  • Barks and Brews @ The Loose Moose

    Loose Moose Saloon & Conference Center 119 South Front Street, Mankato, MN, United States

    Come join us out on the patio at The Loose Moose in Mankato! We will be handing out free dog toys, hope to see you there! Saturday, August 12, 2023 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm The Loose Moose Saloon 119 South Front Street, Mankato

  • Paws on the Patio @ Pub 500

    Pub 500

    Come on down to Pub 500 with your pups from 10am to 12pm on Sunday, August 20th and enjoy brunch out on the patio with us. Pub 500 is a great partner of BENCHS and will donate 20% of the event's proceeds to help support our work with cats and dogs who need our assistance. […]

  • Rockin’ for Rescues 2023

    BENCHS will be kicking off our very first Rockin’ for Rescues Concert with Silent Auction event. The Lost Walleye Orchestra Trio will entertain us with music at Hooligans on August 26,2023. This event will feature a silent auction with many items up for grabs. We are still securing sponsors and donations for the auction. Email […]

  • Pups on the Patio @ the Oleander

    The Oleander Saloon 701 N Riverfront Dr, Mankato, United States

    Pup Party on the Patio! At the Oleander Saloon Co- sponsored with Schell’s Brewery Wed., Sept. 6th from 4-6pm Free pup cups during the event! Free toys for the dogs! $1 off cold Schell's tap beer Or grab a cocktail The Oleander and Schell’s have decided to donate 50% of bar sales to BENCHS during […]