Thank you to everyone who made Joybound’s inaugural Unleash Happiness celebration an event to remember. Simply by attending, you are playing an important role in creating brighter futures for dogs, cats, and the people who love them. Stay tuned for announcements and updates about future Joybound events, including the 2026 installment of Unleash Happiness!
2025
SATURDAY, JUNE 7 • 6:00 – 10:00 PM
Proceeds benefit the mission of Joybound People & Pets.
A paws-itively unforgettable evening of tail-wagging fun and purr-worthy delights!
Join us for an evening of FUN and JOY, as well as dancing, supporting Joybound People & Pets! Enjoy incredible cocktails, exquisite hors d’oeuvres, a decadent seated dinner, dessert, and a specialty chocolate experience that’s not to be missed!
PLUS, our silent and live auctions will feature unique experiences, curated wine packages, pet packages for your pooch or feline companion, and much more!
Best of all, Unleash Happiness 2025 takes place right here at our beautiful Joybound campus in Walnut Creek, giving guests a unique, behind-the-scenes look at our mission – with plenty of cute animals to meet along the way!
Questions? Contact us at events@joybound.org.
Event Details
Date & Time
June 7 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Tickets
Unleash Happiness 2025 is sold out!
Location
What to Expect
The Evening
5:00 – 6:00 PM: VIP Reception
- Swag Suite
- Specialty Cocktail & Hors d’ouevres
6:00 – 7:00 PM: All Guests Reception
- Mixology Bar
- Silent Auction
- Wine Tasting Station
- Glitter + Glam Bar
- Photobooth
- Passed Hors d’ouevres & Grazing Station
7:15 PM: Dinner & Live Auction Program
8:15 PM: Post-Dinner Activities
- Artisanal Chocolatier Competition
- Dessert & Dancing under the stars
The Attire
Cocktail attire or “upscale casual” … with a hint of sparkle encouraged!
The Dinner Selections
- Spanish Paprika Crusted Scottish Salmon Fillet, with Salsa Verde Chimichurri & Roasted Vegetables
- Citrus Brined Chicken in Phyllo Pastry Crust, with Apples, Currants & Brie in a Moroccan Coconut Cream
- Roasted Eggplant ‘Napoleon,’ with Artichoke, Mushrooms & Parmesan in a Plum Tomato Sauce
The Live Auction
Here is a sneak-peak at one of the fabulous items that will be up for auction at Unleash Happiness 2025.
- Lectric XP 3.0 Electric Bike
- Behind-the-Scenes Tour at ABC7 News (with Dan Ashley)
- Six Nights of Culture & Comfort in Santa Fe, NM
- Ultimate Gameday Experience at Levi’s Stadium
- Two Nights at Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa
- Private Chef-Hosted Cocktail Party for 15
- A Week in Paradise at the Cabo Sunset Beach Retreat
Thank You to Our Event Sponsors
Corporate Partners
Patrons for Joy
Media Sponsor
Interested in Sponsoring?
Interested in sponsoring Unleash Happiness 2025? Here are some ways to get your event partnership started!
- Visit our online Unleash Happiness 2025 event sponsorship portal.
- Download our Unleash Happiness 2025 event sponsorship form.
- Download our Unleash Happiness 2025 in-kind donation form.
- Download our Unleash Happiness 2025 chocolate sponsorship form.
- Or contact us at events@joybound.org for more information.
