Animal Welfare Festival in Ebetsu 2026

About this event

The 'Animal Welfare Festival in Ebetsu 2026' will be held on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at Rakuno Gakuen University in Bunkyodaimidorimachi, Ebetsu City. Under the theme 'Thinking About the Future of Animals and Humans: Learn About Living in Harmony with Animals,' various programs are planned to enjoy learning about animals, including dog sledding, disc dog shows, horse-led rides, sheep interactions, and lectures by experts. On the day, a lecture on brown bear research by Professor Yoshikazu Sato of Rakuno Gakuen University will also be held, providing an opportunity to consider the relationship between humans and wildlife. As a new feature, an 'Exciting Stamp Rally' using original eraser stamps modeled after dogs and cats kept at Rakuno Gakuen University will be conducted, with prizes given upon reaching the goal. Admission is free, no application is required, and parking is provided. With the participation of many organizations, animal interactions, exhibitions, animal welfare information showcases, and animal-themed hands-on activities, it will be an all-day enjoyable event for animal lovers and those who want to learn about animals with children.

Venue

Rakuno Gakuen University

582 Bunkyodaimidorimachi, Ebetsu, Hokkaido 069-0836